Audio & Digital Producer

• Ultimo, Sydney Location
• Newly commissioned Podcast/Vodcast
• 9-month contract
• Full time contract role from April to June 2025, then 4 days/week from July-December.
• Base salary $88K to $105K paid on a pro rata basis

The Role

Are you a history buff? Do you watch YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram more than TV? Are you a strong writer, capable of telling enthralling tales of the past in a fresh, modern style? Well, do we have the job for you! The ABC is looking for an Audiovisual Digital Producer to help us make a brand-new pod/vodcast series. In this role, you'll pitch story ideas, research/write them, and assist with shooting/recording audiovisual content. You'll get your hands dirty with basic audio and video editing, and publish content on a variety of platforms. 

The Job

• Research and write engaging episodes for a narrative history format.
• Collaborate with the Executive Producer to meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Develop and create distinctive audiovisual content for the target audience.
• Assist with content creation, including shooting/recording and basic editing.
• Identify digital-first content opportunities and manage rights and documentation.
• Publish high-quality content on time, adhering to ABC style guides and policies.

Position Description:  50056223 AUDIOVISUAL AND DIGITAL PRODUCER.pdf

About You

You'll have: 

• Advanced writing, communication, and editorial judgment with strong attention to detail.
• Experience and technical skills in audiovisual digital production with creativity and expertise.
• Ability to create engaging digital content for diverse audiences and work collaboratively across teams.
• Relevant qualifications or experience in creative content development and online community building.
• Proficiency in social media trends, analytics, and tools, including content management systems and editing software.

About ABC Audio

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.

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In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce. 

To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact accessibility@abc.net.au

If you want to know more, please contact Joel Werner, Executive Producer via werner.joel@abc.net.au

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

Applications Close: 11:55pm, 8th April 2025.