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 $68,239 – $73,916). This role is also entitled to additional overtime allowances

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.   

Our purpose, for the last 40 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. 

The Department 

Insight is Australia's leading discussion show for ideas and powerful first-person stories, offering a unique perspective on news and current affairs. Kumi Taguchi hosts and drives discussions that examine a single topic. Insight brings together, in one place people with personal experience on an issue, as well as experts and those with strong opinions. 

Over 30 years, Insight has come to be known for challenging expectations by exploring topics that no one else does. It’s all underpinned by exhaustive research and a commitment to fair and balanced reporting.   

The Role 

With that in mind, we are looking for an Associate Producer to join the Insight team. You will use your strong story-telling skills and a broad knowledge of current issues, national and international affairs to support a show Producer produce imaginative and compelling television. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Contact, schedule, and pre-interview guests for studio forums.
• Collaborate with the producer to prepare briefs and structure episodes.
• Suggest and research tape stories for inclusion in studio discussions.
• Assist the presenter with editorial and production matters alongside the producer.
• Support and work with online producers to develop and promote digital content.

About you  

You’ll be ready for your next big challenge and come equipped with: 

• A passion for finding remarkable Australian stories 
• A deadline-driven self-starter 
• An understanding and experience with creating associated content for digital media 
• An understanding of the SBS charter 

As part of our recruitment process, SBS may review information that is publicly available online, including social media profiles, in line with privacy and anti-discrimination laws.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind, we can look at how we can bridge the gaps! 

Please note: This role will be advertised until Sunday 16th November. All applicants will likely hear from us in the following two weeks after it’s closure.

Some of the reasons to consider working with us  

• The people! a genuine sense of feeling included (we truly celebrate and welcome difference!) and being part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia!  
• The culture and the engagement of our workforce, we are proud to have an employee engagement score of +80% with low levels of employee turnover.    
• A brand that is not only recognisable but trusted and established, we have been broadcasting for over 40 years and we’re not done yet!  
• We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and for our Sydney based employee’s free gym membership! 
• We also love to promote from within! we have allocated funds to do just that and help with training gaps when moving from role to role.  

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! 

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website 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 careers@sbs.com.au 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.