Presenter, Producer Sport Canberra

About the role

The ABC Canberra is looking for a well-crafted play-by-play commentator to present and produce sport content for its Canberra station. The role engages local and national sports fans and involves radio hosting with some charisma and spark. It is a permanent, full-time position with a base salary of $103K to $113K.

Key responsibilities

• Create engaging sport content across radio, digital and social platforms.
• Present and produce live-to-air content for ACT Grandstand and daily radio sports updates.
• Present live commentary for multiple sports, including Rugby League and Rugby; cricket and other codes are an advantage.
• Maintain strategic relationships with the ABC and external sport stakeholders.

Required profile

• A strong storyteller with thorough knowledge of sport and awareness of current local and national issues in the industry.
• Ability to develop original, engaging audio and cross-platform content for sports fans.
• Well-crafted play-by-play commentary, proficient in Rugby League and Rugby (other codes are an advantage).
• Ability to work productively in a small, supportive team.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills, building relationships within the ABC and with external sport partners.
• Relevant qualifications or equivalent skills and experience in program making and advanced editorial skills.

Candidates should include examples of their work with their online application, such as links to websites or audio/video files up to 5-10MB. Applications close on 12 November 2026.

What we offer

• 15.4% ABC-nominated superannuation.
• Paid parental and carer's leave.
• Salary packaging.
• ABC mentoring.