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 4 Content & Production (pro-rata annual base salary $96,483 to $106,688) under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement. The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience, and in alignment with this framework.

Please note: 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.

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 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.

The Department

At the heart of SBS, Audio and Language Content has over 60 language teams engaging audiences in conversations on Australian and international news and current affairs, and connecting communities through stories and providing settlement information. We deliver services across radio, podcasting, online and social media.

The Role

The role provides editorial leadership and is responsible for assigning tasks and overseeing the production and delivery of English-language audio and video content for SBS Examines’ Our Pacific series. The multiplatform journalism includes original reporting, explainers, and community-informed storytelling to deepen understanding, counter misinformation, and strengthen social cohesion across Australia and the Pacific. 

This role may involve domestic and international travel for on-location production.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide editorial leadership and oversee end-to-end production across digital video and podcast outputs, from story development through to delivery.
• Commission and brief freelance podcast producers, providing primary editorial oversight and final content editing. 
• Collaborate and consult with SBS Audio Executive Producers and media organisations in Fiji and Vanuatu to source and develop story ideas aligned with the series’ editorial focus.
• Manage and support a Senior Social Video Producer.

About you

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Strong experience in senior journalism, editorial or content production roles within the Australian media.
• Knowledge or experience covering stories for Pasifika communities in Australia, Fiji, and Vanuatu. Background or lived experience connected to Fiji and/or Vanuatu is desirable. 
• Demonstrated experience leading editorial production, including commissioning, editing and delivering high-quality content to deadline.
• Strong understanding of multiplatform journalism production, including audio, digital video and social-first production workflows.
• Experience managing contributors or staff, with the ability to provide clear editorial direction and feedback.

Please include a link to your work in your Resume and Cover letter. Only applications with links to past work will be considered.

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

 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, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass. 
• 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 years 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.

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.

Applications closing date: 26th January 2026 COB