With a content portfolio like no other media organisation in the country, SBS occupies multiple channels and platforms, and provides a unique opportunity for employees to help make Australia a better place to live.
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.â¯
This role is classified as Level 4 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of $96,483 - $106,688). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.
This role is classified as a shift worker. However, there will be a regular work pattern working shifts between Monday - Friday. This is a hybrid role, available to work our of our Sydney or Melbourne office.
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.
About SBSâ¯
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.â¯
SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.â¯
The Role
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Deputy News Editor, responsible for overseeing the daily output of the News Digital team, , as well as coaching and developing team members.
Duties will include:
Demonstrating excellent editorial ability and news judgement through a thorough knowledge of international and domestic news stories and events
Providing guidance, support, and direction to the curation of the SBS News homepage, and overseeing the production of related articles, while using tools such as Adobe Analytics and Chartbeat in maximising content performance
Managing the daily output of Digital Editors and Digital Journalists, in concert with the News Editor, and act as the final monitor to uphold all on-the-day content
Delivering against the news digital strategy while ensuring coverage enhances the distinctive content of SBS, corresponds to the SBS News digital strategy, the SBS Charter and adhering to SBS values of balance and accuracy
Leading daily editorial meetings and participating in other daily and weekly editorial and planning meetings as appropriate.â¯
Commissioning and assigning news stories through the day, providing guidance on angles to journalists, managing flow of content to sub-editors, and sub-edit articles when needed
Using data and analytics to review content performance and utilise these insights, together with audience user needs in commissioning and editorial decision making, to deliver on KPIs
Participating in digital strategy, planning, monitoring, evaluation, and other activities as required
Supervising and managing direct reports, including regular feedback sessions and performance reviews
Providing timely feedback to journalists and editors on story production and accuracy of copy
Seeking sources beyond traditional for commissions, talent, and comment such as and including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, consistent with SBS’s commitment to the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
Liaising with reporters and editors from all platforms to maximize their content opportunities for digital platforms
About you
A confident, resourceful and creative editor with a strong eye for detail, sound editorial judgement, and a keen sense of how stories are shaped, framed and presented to resonate with digital audiences
Strong editorial judgement, with a focus on accuracy, rigorous fact-checking and high editorial standards
An understanding of media law, flawless writing and subbing skills
A commitment to maintaining our editorial integrity and maximising our publishing reach
Knowledgeable about innovations in the digital storytelling space and data analytics
Demonstrated newsroom leadership experience
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!
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.
We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today!