Investigations Producer, Living Black, NITV

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Investigations Producer, Living Black, NITV

Applicants must identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. SBS considers that being Aboriginal and/or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

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.

About the Department

NITV’s vision is to be recognised as having meaningful and positive impact on the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

NITV’s purpose is to support and strengthen the oldest living culture in the world. Celebrate and champion the place of unique, inspiring storytelling through Indigenous voices.

Share culture, language and lessons today to develop strong leaders and champions tomorrow. Use our strengths to foster change, champion equality and make an impact. Build a legacy of strong, sustainable Indigenous Media for the future.

The Role

Two positions open to join Australia’s longest-running Indigenous current affairs program Living Black as an Investigations Producer. In this role, you'll be a key contributor to Living Black, Living Black Conversations, Karla Grant Presents, and special programs, ensuring they reflect the values and vision of SBS.

You’ll be working in a supportive, collaborative environment where creativity and precision are highly valued.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating to produce and direct Living Black programs on intricate subjects.
• Bringing your research and creativity to the editorial direction of our programs, initiating compelling story ideas.
• Engaging with guests for Conversations, studio forums, and investigations, from initial contact to pre-interviews.
• Preparing comprehensive briefs, program structures, and shooting scripts.
• Overseeing the production of investigations from story conception, shooting, scripting, editing through to on air.
• Traveling across Australia with initiative and enthusiasm.
• Coordinating with interviewees and stakeholders for travel and recording arrangements.
• Working alongside the digital team to create and promote engaging online content.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced professional who is passionate about storytelling, with a deep understanding of Indigenous culture and a commitment to making a difference through impactful journalism.

We strongly encourage Indigenous candidates to apply for this position.

Ideally, you will have:

• A minimum of five years’ experience as a television journalist, with expertise in long-form storytelling and production techniques in current affairs.
• A deep understanding of digital audiences and their role in NITV's broader strategy.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to thrive under pressure while meeting strict deadlines.
• A talent for generating fresh, imaginative ideas and a natural curiosity about diverse subjects.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of First Nations issues, supported by a wide range of contacts.

You’ll be joining a team that values creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. If you're looking to contribute to powerful, meaningful journalism, we’d love to hear from you.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as 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! a genuine sense of feeling included (we truly celebrate and welcome difference!) and being part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia!
• The culture and the engagement of our workforce, we are proud to have an employee engagement score of 82% with low levels of employee turnover.
• A brand that is not only recognisable but trusted and established, we have been broadcasting for over 40 years and we’re not done yet!
• We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and for our Sydney based employee’s free gym membership!
• We also love to promote from within! we have allocated funds to do just that and help with training gaps when moving from role to role.
• Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying for not just another job but a possible whole new career!

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 [email protected] 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).

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 [email protected] 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 .

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today! 

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