Where technology meets storytelling. As a Video Editor in SBS Technology Operations & Services, you’ll edit daily News & Current Affairs content that keeps every Australian informed.
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 2 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of $72,286-$91,813). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.
The Department The Technology, Operations, and Services unit, provides technical and editing support across World News, Current Affairs, Sport, NITV, Documentaries, and General Entertainment production.
The Roleâ¯
SBS is seeking an experienced mid-weight video editor to join its Video Editing Operations team, based in Artarmon. Working across news, current affairs and multi-cam productions, you will shape compelling stories for television, digital and social platforms.
Reporting to the Manager, Video Editing Operations, you will work closely with journalists, producers and fellow editors, taking responsibility for edits from brief through to delivery. You will bring sound editorial judgement, strong technical skills and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.
This is an on-site role, based in Artarmon on a rotating roster, including weekends and late shifts.
Essential Experience and Capabilities
- Demonstrated professional editing experience across news and current affairs, with strong storytelling skills and the ability to work accurately under broadcast deadlines.
- Experience editing multi-cam productions, including synchronising and grouping footage, selecting camera angles, and maintaining continuity and pacing.
- Solid proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, including organised project workflows, media management and delivery.
- The ability to independently structure stories, refine interviews, select supporting footage and balance dialogue, music and atmos.
- Practical skills in audio balancing, colour correction and preparing content to meet technical delivery requirements.
- A collaborative approach, including the ability to interpret briefs, contribute creative ideas and respond constructively to feedback.
Desirable Skills
- Basic motion graphics skills in After Effects,
including creating or adapting titles, lower thirds and simple animations.
- An understanding of design principles, including typography, composition, visual hierarchy and consistent branding.
- Experience using Photoshop and adapting content for different digital and social formats.
About you We are seeking a professional with solid experience in television broadcast news, social media and digital video production. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in factual video editing and a proven ability to consistently deliver high-quality, engaging content under tight deadlines. You are a strategic thinker with a results-driven approach and take full ownership to achieve outstanding outcomes.
How to apply
Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation!
As part of the recruitment process, please submit the following mandatory documents
- Short Cover Letter (1 page max)
- Resume (3 page max)
- Two work samples where you were the sole or primary editor
- - One news or current affairs story
- - One piece of your choosing, which demonstrates your editing strengths and creativity
The selection process will involve two interview rounds, with a practical editing assessment for applicants progressing to the second round. 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.
About Us
SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful,
and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.â¯
Our purpose, for around 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.
SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.
For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers websiteâ¯SBS Careers - Working at SBS
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! 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS!
- We offer a range of benefits; from flexible work arrangements, health checks, salary packaging, an employee assistance program and for our Sydney based employees, free gym membership and parking (subject to availability).
- We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 50 and our future is packed with many more exciting developments!
- We also love to promote from within! We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.
For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers websiteâ¯SBS Careers - Working at SBS
Reasonable Adjustments
SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact
[email protected] and let us know.
Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.
To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.
We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today!
📌 Video Editor (Sydney)
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