Job Description
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Be part of one of the ABC's most iconic and influential programs
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Full-time, permanent
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Media Watch is the ABC's long-running media analysis program, on air since ****. Hosted by Linton Besser, it holds the Australian media industry to account, examining accuracy, ethics and behaviour across TV, radio, print, online and on socials.
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The Role
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This is a rare opportunity to join the Media Watch team as a
journalist/researcher
and help shape how Australia sees its own media. Working under limited direction, you'll research, pitch and produce weekly content, turning complex media issues into sharp, engaging stories for a national audience.
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You will:
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Research, pitch and write compelling content to a high standard on a weekly basis for Media Watch.
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Monitor media output across television, radio, online news sites, podcasts, social platforms and streaming services
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Support producers, factcheckers and legal advisors, ensuring all work aligns with ABC editorial policies and broadcasting standards
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Work closely with the Media Watch team, collaborating daily
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Position Description: JOURNALIST RESEARCHER.pdf
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About You
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We're seeking an experienced media professional who lives and breathes the industry, someone with a track record of breaking news, a fair and balanced approach,



and genuine insight into how the media works from the ground up.
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You will also bring:
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Proven experience researching, pitching and producing original content on a regular cycle
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Sharp media monitoring instincts, with an eye for errors, biases and emerging trends
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Strong editorial judgement, attention to detail and time-management under deadline pressure
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Solid working knowledge of Australia's media laws, including defamation, copyright and contempt
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A cooperative approach, ready to work closely with the wider team
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We would love to see your work.
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What we can offer you:
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15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
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Paid parental and carer's leave.
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Salary packaging.
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More info:
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In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
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For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers
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We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
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Applications Close: 11:55pm, Wednesday 7 October
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📌 Journalist / Researcher, Media Watch (New South Wales)
🏢 Australian Broadcasting
📍 New South Wales