Breaking News Reporter

For nearly 170 years, The Age has published quality journalism on local, national and international issues. Through our website and newspapers, we are the dominant masthead in Victoria, covering issues across politics, sport, business and culture. We encourage a wide range of views in our opinion pages to reflect the key debates of our time. We remain in a stronger position than ever with 4.8 million readers consuming our journalism in print and online each month, making The Age Victoria's most widely-read masthead.

Our team comprises hundreds of Australia's best journalists, photographers, editors, sub editors and designers. We are passionate about what we do and we are always looking for ways to do it better. We embrace the rich history that comes with working for The Age whilst operating out of the most modern, advanced newsroom in the country.

• Job Description
• Day to day you will
• Prepare clear, accurate, balanced, well-written stories in a timely manner
• Ensure all copy meets legal requirements
• Take ownership of stories / issues and follow up stories when appropriate
• Demonstrate excellent news judgment and knowledge of current affairs
• Ensure the highest standard of accuracy, ethics and editorial quality
• Meet agreed deadlines

We are a seven-day newsroom and weekends and public holidays will be required.

• Qualifications
• What we would like to see on your resume
• Previous experience in a major newsroom
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to deliver to tight deadline
• Proven ability to quickly respond to breaking news and an ability to identify contacts for comment
• Additional Information
• Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
• Disclaimer
• We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.