Senior Journalist
1 month ago
Company Description
2023 is an exciting year to join the Drive team, a business wholly owned by Australia’s largest media organisation, Nine Entertainment with extensive reach across all media channels including TV, digital, social, print and radio.
The Drive vision is to create the future of Automotive in Australia. This is delivered via our simple, all-encompassing three C’s strategy – Commerce, Comparison and Commentary.
Commentary covers the deep knowledge, editorial authority and advice Drive provides for consumers. We are industry leaders in this space. Our team of motoring experts review and drive every car in the Australian market and understand the needs of consumers and brands more than anyone.
Comparison is a growth area where we bring together industry data and expert recommendations to further help consumers compare cars based on their preferences, spec v spec, side by side.
And lastly Commerce, our most exciting growth opportunity. Here is where we can help close the research loop and connect consumers directly to the cars they are able to buy now, via our Drive Dealer network.
Having full service automotive capability under one roof will differentiate Drive amongst its competitors in the future. We are a driven and forward-thinking team who love the automotive industry. Culturally, we strive to inject equal doses of creativity, smart knowledge, and fun into everything we touch..
Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Automotive Journalist to join our team.
As a Journalist for Drive you will be responsible for researching, writing and presenting engaging content related to the automotive industry.
Reporting to the Managing Editor, your focus will be on writing and creating videos across news, reviews, features and opinion that cover a wide range of topics, including new car launches, industry trends, technological advancements, and industry events. You will have the opportunity to test drive vehicles, interview industry experts, and provide insightful analysis to our audience. Finally, you will be a proven self-starter with the ability to delivery clean copy to brief and deadline.
If you have previous experience as an automotive journalist, a keen eye for detail and the ability to turn copy around quickly and accurately, then we encourage you to apply now.
This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your automotive experience and contribute to Drive’s coverage of the ever-evolving automotive world, while having some fun along the way
Day to day you will:
Research and stay up to date with the latest developments, trends, and news in the automotive industry, including new vehicle launches, technology advancements, industry regulations, and market dynamics. Attend automotive industry events, press conferences, and product launches to gather firsthand information and build industry connections. Contribute creative story ideas and pitch them to the editorial leadership team. Write high-quality reviews, features, news, and opinion that are accurate, engaging, and tailored to our target audience. Script and present video performances that are engaging and accurate. Adhere to strict publishing deadlines in a timely and organized manner. Collaborate with editors, photographers, and videographers to enhance the visual appeal and multimedia aspects of your content. Learn and implement search engine optimisation (SEO) strategies to maximise visibility and organic traffic. Develop engaging social media assets for the purposes of promoting your content via Drive socials. Engage with our audience, responding to comments and questions related to your articles. Monitor and analyse the performance of your articles providing insights and suggestions for content improvement. Ensure all work complies with the legal and ethical regulations that apply to journalism.
Qualifications
You will have:
Full driver’s licence and ability to drive manual transmission vehicle. Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. Minimum 2yrs experience in journalism, preferably automotive. Passion for the automotive industry, with a strong desire to build a career in automotive journalism. Excellent research and fact-checking skills, with the ability to gather information from reliable sources. Strong writing and communication skills with a focus on grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ability to adapt writing style to different formats and audiences. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS). Basic understanding of SEO best practices and the willingness to learn and implement them. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with a willingness to learn from senior team members. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Information
Disclaimer: Drive does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Drive is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes
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