Journalist

Radio Journalist - Perth

At ARN , we’re building Australia’s leading entertainment company — where great content, powerful audiences and innovative platforms come together to drive growth.

From our iconic broadcast brands to podcasts, streaming, social and live experiences, we create content that entertains Australians and connects brands to audiences at scale. With a national footprint across metro and regional markets and a clear focus on digital acceleration, audience growth and commercial impact, ARN is evolving fast — and our people play a critical role in making it happen.

About The Role

• Independently write, edit and present news to an exceptional standard and tight deadlines for a variety of ARN stations.
• Take input and direction from the Head of Information & News, Editor of News Operations, Content Director, and National Content Director.
• Report from the field as required.
• Work independently and exercise initiative and judgment on difficult and responsible assignments.
• Work individually or as part of a team without direct supervision.
• Understand audience requirements of ARN stations to deliver targeted, interesting and informative news in a conversational, credible and sometimes fun style.
• Please note this is a fixed term contract

About You

• Wide practical experience and advanced journalistic skills
• Ability to create compelling news stories including interviews
• Minimum 5 year’s experience as a Radio Journalist
• Degree in Communications/Journalism or demonstrated practical work experience
• Thorough understanding of media law, as it applies to broadcast news in Australia

What’s In It For You

• ARN perks & benefits (e.g. giveaways, merch, events, free and discounted tickets)
• Novated leasing & superannuation salary sacrifice | Birthday leave | Paid parental leave | Charity leave | Bonus leave
• Discounts on lifestyle & entertainment with big name brands (including savings on health insurance and gym memberships)
• Education assistance | Build your expertise & abilities with award-winning learning programmes | Long-term career progression

Our Culture

We have four behaviours that make up our ‘Culture in Action’ – how we act every day to create a great place to work:

• Aim High – set big goals and achieve together
• Own It – take ownership and be solutions focused
• Be Your Best Self – create the environment we need to thrive
• Make a Difference – seek out ways to have a positive impact

Bring your skills, genius and energy along on our journey. Please press the APPLY button and upload your cover letter, resume and importantly - an air check of you reading a news bulletin.

For more details, head to www.arn.com.au and connect with us via Instagram (@arn_media_au) and LinkedIn (LinkedIn / ARN).

ARN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

For individuals with disabilities who need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please contact the People & Culture team.