Journalist / News Editor, ArchitectureAu and Houses

About the role

Architecture Media, a publishing, media and events company owned by the Australian Institute of Architects, is looking for a journalism graduate to write for ArchitectureAu.com and Houses (digital) as a full-time news reporter. The role covers the architecture, design and planning industries, with a particular focus on Australia, and sits within the Content group, which creates content for print and digital magazines, seminars, conferences and awards.

The successful applicant works with the Editors of ArchitectureAu and Houses and reports to the General Manager Content / Editorial Director. The position is listed as a contract with a maximum term, full-time, based in South Melbourne.

Key responsibilities

• Plan content, generate story ideas and features, and source, research and commission material
• Interview sources, liaise with content providers and verify statements and facts
• Write copy, subedit, copyedit and proofread, following in-house editorial policy and style
• Monitor industry media releases, competitor sites and media coverage for story leads
• Track online and newsletter performance and optimise for engagement
• Stay aware of privacy, contempt and defamation laws
• Schedule work, manage materials and meet deadlines
• Post to social media and attend approved industry events
• Represent the brands at media functions, launches and awards, and provide administrative and production support

Required profile

• Post-secondary qualification in journalism, communications or equivalent; a Bachelor degree preferred
• 1-3 years' experience in a related role
• Ability to write clear, concise, objective and engaging copy, and to apply news writing and reporting mechanics
• Experience creating content for websites and social media, and subediting experience or training
• Knowledge of architecture and design desirable but not essential
• Right to live and work in Australia

What we offer

• A spacious, light-filled office in South Melbourne overlooking Albert Park
• Hybrid work arrangements
• A great team culture

To apply, send your CV and a supporting cover letter to the Deputy CEO of Architecture Media.