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.

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

The Audio and Language Content team is seeking a casual based Video Producer to join us in the Chinese program. Audio and Language Content produces the most linguistically diverse public broadcasting in the world, providing Australian-focused news and information in 63 languages across live radio and digital platforms. 

The Role

Reporting to the Executive Producer, Chinese this role will see you doing the following:

• Create engaging short form videos for the SBS website and social platforms.
• Execute on video strategy to reach new audiences, deepen engagement and reach KPIs.
• Publish video content to multiple platforms (such as website, Facebook, WeChat, Weibo, YouTube)
• Plan the video content publishing schedule and work to agreed deadlines.
• Reporting back to the team with regular data and insights to inform on video performance and identify content opportunities.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in journalism, including journalistic and storytelling skills, and sound editorial judgement.
• Practical experience and demonstrated skills in broadcast reporting and providing content across all of news platforms: digital, radio, and online.
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience creating video for social media and or web, preferably in a news context.
• Ability to self-shoot, find and interview talents and edit complete packages.
• Experience producing video and graphics using the Adobe suite (Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects).
  Demonstrated understanding of the digital and social media landscape, including trends in video.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese is essential, including clear broadcast delivery. 
• Demonstrated understanding of the Chinese-speaking communities in Australia

Candidates will be required to undergo a language assessment to demonstrate their proficiency in the Mandarin language.  This role is based from Artarmon, Sydney Studios onsite.

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! SBS is ranked in the top 25% of all media companies for employee engagement
• 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 40 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!

Not quite the right role for you? No problem, how about popping your details into our talent pool? Email us at noreplytalentpool@sbs.com.au to let us know what roles would be of interest to you and we will keep you informed of when they arise! (If you no longer want to be listed in our talent pool, then just email  us and let us know and we will remove your detail).

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 may 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.