- Full-time, ongoing role, working within our buzzing Artarmon newsroom
- Hybrid work arrangements available 2 days WFH, 3 days in office
- Free on-site staff parking available

At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

This role is classified as Level 3 role under SBS Australia's Enterprise Agreement with a base salary range of $91,814 - $95,000 + super. The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

As a rostered shift worker, additional shift penalty payments may apply for work performed outside of ordinary hours, including weekends and public holidays, as per the SBS Enterprise Agreement (EA). SBS may also require you to work reasonable overtime, where overtime will be paid at applicable rates in accordance with the EA.

The Role

The Video and Social Journalist/Producer plays an important role in creating and publishing news content across SBS News digital video, social and third-party platforms including TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

More Australians than ever before are getting their news on these platforms. Working closely with colleagues across the newsroom, you will help deliver high-quality journalism that informs, educates and engages audiences.

This is a full-time, ongoing role working within our newsroom in Artarmon. Hybrid work arrangements are available, with two days working from home and three days in the office.



Free onsite staff parking is available.

Key responsibilities include:

- Pitch, script, produce, edit and publish news video and social content across SBS News platforms.
- Adapt TV News packages and written articles for digital video and social audiences using platform-appropriate formats.
- Monitor audience trends, platform developments and performance data to inform content decisions.
- Collaborate with journalists, producers, editors, designers and digital teams on news coverage and content delivery.
- Support comment moderation, publishing workflows and editorial quality standards across digital platforms.
- Due to the nature of the work, this role may involve exposure to distressing or traumatic content. SBS provides support and wellbeing resources to employees working in these environments.

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

- Degree in Journalism, Media or related discipline.
- At least two years' newsroom journalist and/or producer experience.
- Strong video editing skills including Adobe Premiere Pro or similar.
- Examples of original journalism.
- Experience publishing across major social platforms.
- Strong editorial judgement and ability to work in a fast-paced newsroom.
- Robust knowledge of national and international affairs
- A passion for communicating news on social platforms





As part of your application, please share relevant links to examples of your recent published work for the hiring team's review.

As part of our recruitment process, SBS may conduct reference checks and review information that is publicly available online, including social media profiles, in line with privacy and anti-discrimination laws. If we collect information from any other sources, candidates will be notified in line with privacy laws.

We recognise that candidates may use AI tools to support application drafting. While AI may assist with structure, clarity or grammar, submissions should reflect your own experience and judgement. AI tools must not be used during interviews or assessment tasks unless permitted by SBS. You remain responsible for the accuracy and originality of the information you provide throughout the recruitment process.

The Department

SBS’s News and Current Affairs (NACA) division is committed to delivering accurate, balanced, and in-depth coverage of the stories that matter most to Australians, across TV, radio, digital and social platforms. The team is passionate about providing context to complex issues, with a solid focus on representing multicultural and First Nations perspectives.

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

- The people We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia
- The culture and the engagement of our workforce 90% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS
- We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks

📌 Video and Social Journalist/Producer (Sydney)
🏢 Special Broadcasting Service (Sbs) Australia
📍 Sydney