We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their 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 around five decades, 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

Reporting into the Supervising Producer for SBS Chinese, this role would see you doing the following:

• Creating engaging short form videos for the SBS website and social platforms.
• Executing on video strategy to reach new audiences, deepen engagement and reach KPIs.
• Planning 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.

This role is offering 18 hours per week on a part-time basis.

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.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Chinese-speaking communities in Australia.
• Proven ability to work under pressure, meeting strict deadlines.
  Skills in graphic design and animation are desired.
  Demonstrated experience using a CMS: Drupal, WordPress or any similar platform.

Applicants must have the correct working rights to be able to work in a part-time permanent position, which would be Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency status.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your details - 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! 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!

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.