AFL Chief of Staff

What's the role?

The National Sports Newsroom services all News Corp Australia mastheads and covers sports at all levels, ranging from junior local sport to international competitions. 

Each month more than 17 million Australians choose to consume news and information from News Corp’s digital and print products – more than any other media group in Australia.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and innovative individual who is passionate about sport.  Working with the AFL Editor to manage the national AFL newsroom to make News Corp the first destination for AFL news, analysis, features and live coverage. This role is based on site at our Southbank office.

What You’ll Do

• Generate compelling digital-first, data and audience-led AFL content to maximise audience growth.

• Manage staff responsible for generating AFL content in story form, video, podcasting and social media across NCA channels.

• Work with the key NCA stakeholders (masthead COSes, News Sport digital team, Digital Social Hub etc) to ensure they help to deliver the best sport coverage.

• Key aims: Grow digital subscription acquisition (new subscribers) and drive retention and premium editorial breaches (C-Score/SPVs), distribute our journalism via social media, app alerts and new audiences on existing social media channels or emerging channels.

• Collaborate with the News Sport digital team and CODE Sports in their planning and daily publishing.

• Attend and brief stakeholders in conferences and meetings as required.

• Manage staff and rosters.

• Apply the News Sport audience-first and data-led digital subscription acquisition and retention/engagement growth strategy.

• Use data and analytics to inform and drive outcomes aligned to the company’s “Stay and Pay” strategy.

• Accountable for applying changes to the digital strategy as directed by the business.

Success measures

• Digital audience growth in News Sport and CODE Sports.

• News Sport, CODE Sports and mastheads meeting key targets.

• Commercial and partnership requirements delivered.

Who are you?

• 2-7 years’ experience in journalism with strong news judgement, and an understanding of social media, SEO and digital data.

• Willing to embrace change and demonstrate agility in a fast-paced sector

• Self-starter who can maintain high levels of personal organisation and time management.

• Ability to project plan and anticipate visual and online needs

• Detail-oriented, able to stay calm under pressure and know how to balance priorities

• Strong motivation, a collaborative work ethic and the ability to meet deadlines while remaining calm under pressure.

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.

Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family

• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits

• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)

• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.

• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• Helping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career

• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives

• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia.

With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms.

Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.

News Corp Australia is evolving in response to the expectations and challenges of the digital world in which we now live. We have an amazing opportunity to reinvent our industry and redefine the future of media in Australia. We are passionate about what we do and are proud of our heritage of world-class journalism and entrepreneurial spirit. Our environment is supportive and friendly, we encourage innovation, collaboration and creative thinking. If you thrive on being challenged and enjoy working in a fast-paced stimulating environment, come and join us on this incredible journey.

What’s next?

Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply!

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please do not hesitate to let us know here. In order for us to assist you, please ensure you include the role title you are applying for in the subject line. For more information regarding Diversity at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the Diversity@News section.

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