▷ 15h Left Reporter Cairns Post

- Identify and develop stories across a range of topics that are relevant and engaging for the local and wider Far North community

- Produce engaging, accurate, and clean copy

- Develop stories from the concept stage to their digital publication

- Drive subscription growth for the digital masthead and increase traffic to the website

- Lead and inspire digital content through story development of the highest quality

- Use data analytics to find new trends and track what content is performing online. Use that information to deliver stories that inspire, inform and engage the community

- Build genuine connections across local businesses, sports teams, political leaders, families and citizens

- Harness the many storytelling tools that digital has to offer (interactives, video, graphics)

Who are you?

- Previous writing and newsroom experience would be essential

- Ideally, you already have a network from the local community or be prepared to live in one of the most idyllic locations in Australia

- Fantastic interviewing skills and a natural curiosity that drives you to discover the stories that will make an impact

- A stickler for detail and excellent spelling and grammar

- SEO and social media experience an advantage

- Passionate about advocating and being the voice of the local community

News Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.

- Exclusively ours – Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family

- Health & wellbeing – Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)

- Time off – News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.

- Helping you grow – Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion – focused education series) and recognition

- Financial wellbeing – Support on making the most of your money

- Perks & discounts – Exclusive offers across a range of products and services

- Giving back – Make a difference to our communities.

- Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

Cairns Post is a 140‑year‑old iconic brand that continues to deliver local news and information to its readers. It remains constantly in touch with readers and advertisers, looking for ways to make Cairns’ biggest daily newspaper even better.

It advocates for our community and is an integral and trusted part of the daily lives of everyone in this bustling regional city. It is also a major partner to advance business and industry in the region.

What’s next?

Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole‑selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, or would like to outline which pronouns you prefer, please feel free to let us know.

For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the DEI section.

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