Digital Producer

About the role

The Nightly, a fast-growing national news brand owned by Seven West Media, is looking for a Digital Producer to join its online team. The role supports the Online Editor and guides the content direction across the site, for people who enjoy breaking news, have strong writing skills and thrive under pressure.

Key responsibilities

• Source, write and publish original stories for the website
• Use social media to discover and promote stories
• Produce engaging video content for digital platforms
• Apply news judgment and use analytical tools to maximise story visibility
• Write and edit content, including headlines, captions and embedded media
• Support the Online Editor in guiding daily content direction
• Maintain awareness of legal and ethical issues in reporting
• Represent the company professionally and courteously, conduct thorough interviews and work in a collaborative, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Required profile

• Journalism degree and proven experience in the media industry
• Strong work ethic, initiative and a high level of literacy and attention to detail
• Excellent interview and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously under high pressure
• Flexibility for a seven-day newsroom, including weekend shifts and late hours

Required skills

• Journalism and writing
• Online content distribution
• News judgment and use of analytical tools

What we offer

• A competitive remuneration package
• Access to salary sacrifice, EAP and brand discounts
• Career advancement opportunities

Only applicants with valid Australian work rights will be considered. Apply through the application link on the advert.