• Central Ultimo, Sydney location
• Line up key interviews with news-makers
• 12 month contract role
• Salary Circa $81-$99k reflective of experience

The Role  

ABC News is seeking an Interview Producer to play a key role in the daily news cycle suggesting story, segment and interview ideas as well as lining up key interviews with news-makers. Based in Sydney, this is a full-time, 12-month contract position.

You will be responsible for coordinating guests for everything from a one-on-one interview to a panel discussion with a number of contributors, you will also contact and source interviews with witnesses to breaking news events when the channel switches to rolling coverage.

Position Description:  50042556 INTERVIEW PRODUCER.pdf

The Job 

• Coordinate guests for everything from a one-on-one interview to a panel discussion with several contributors. 
• Actively engage with communities in Australia’s outer suburbs to find and tell stories that are relevant for them 
• Assist in coordinating logistics for studio and satellite bookings, while working in collaboration with other areas throughout the ABC including the International and Planning desks.
• Generate, suggest, and develop story and segment ideas not only for television but to also engage a digital, multi-platform audience.

You have the ability to apply a creative approach to generate dynamic ideas that will enhance our news coverage through interviews and guests. This role requires someone with a strong sense of urgency and a quick learner with a keen interest in a news environment.

You’ll have: 

• Ability to source and maintain contacts across the broader Australian community.
• Excellent ability to research and plan interviews as well as book guests and conduct pre-interviews.
• Accomplished ability to write News copy and to generate dynamic ideas for enhancing News coverage through interviews and guests.
• Experience with desktop editing and the ability to rapidly acquire the technical skills required for TV News production. A creative approach and an interest in a news environment.

About ABC News:

Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia. Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia’s most trusted and diverse news organisation. 

More Info: 

We strive to promote an inclusive culture of opportunity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you want to know more please contact Reed Robinson, Chief of Staff via robinson.reed@abc.net.au.