Write and produce hourly news bulletins for National Radio News, the
independent and valued national news service for the community
broadcasting sector
Reach a national audience of over 1.5 million listeners per week
Work from the from beautiful Central West city of Bathurst
The Role
Casual - Weekday and weekend work
$48.66 per hour plus shift penalties where applicable
Bathurst
You will be responsible for producing bulletins for hourly broadcast.
You will produce stories that reflect the principles of community
broadcasting, showcasing diverse voices and serving under-represented
audiences.
We are seeking to create a talent pool to fill casual vacancies as they arise.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
To be successful you will have:
An associate diploma level qualification in journalism or a related
discipline with relevant work-related experience or equivalent level of
knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training
and/or experience.
Knowledge of the community broadcasting sector audience
High level writing and communication skills for a target audience
Experience in presenting and producing radio news and/or current affairs
About Us
Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to
developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We
make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural
and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and
internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to
create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive
contribution to the world.
National Radio News (NRN) is the national news service for the community
broadcasting sector, produced by Charles Sturt University in partnership with
the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA). It reaches over
1.5 million listeners a week and has been produced on the Bathurst campus for
over 25 years. NRN is a learning and teaching resource for the Bachelor of
Communication in the School of Information and Communication studies. Cadet
journalists are drawn from the course and students contribute to the service
through their class work.
National Radio News provides timely, relevant and independent news from across
the country. NRN is built on the community broadcasting sector's principles of
democracy, independence and access.
Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional
development opportunities and generous financial benefits.
Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Workplace Gender
Equality Agency Employer of Choice Citation and our Athena SWAN Bronze
Institutional Award. Charles Sturt is also a participating member in the
Australian Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from
Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for
senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those
from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds .
Application Requirements
Applicants are expected to apply online, upload your CV and provide a 1-2 page
'statement of suitability' demonstrating your skills, knowledge and/or
experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in
the position description).
Applicants are also required to submit a recent air check with their
application. This should be in .mp3 format and no longer than 1 minute in
length.
If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on
completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or
contact us.
This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or
applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.
Further Information
Additional information is available in the position description or by
contacting:
Rebecca Wotzko Community Radio and NRN Manager
[email protected] Ph: 02
6338 4774
Closing Date: 11 pm, 12 November 2024
