Deputy News Director

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. 

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Job Description

We are seeking a high-calibre Deputy News Director to support the Sydney News Director in driving the operational and strategic evolution of our Sydney newsroom. This is a pivotal leadership position designed for a professional who excels at balancing high-level editorial oversight with the business mechanics of a modern, multi-platform news organisation.

The successful candidate will support the News Director in driving day-to-day newsroom performance, long-term strategy, and multi-platform growth, while fostering a positive, collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

Day to day, you will: 

• Partner with the News Director to develop, execute, and support long-term newsroom strategies that ensure future growth and market dominance.
• Lead the charge on resource allocation, budget management, and overall newsroom performance metrics to ensure operational excellence.
• Drive digital-first workflows, leveraging analytics to inform content decisions and audience engagement strategies across all platforms.
• Provide high-level editorial oversight, ensuring all content meets rigorous legal and ethical standards while maintaining journalistic integrity.
• Act as the primary bridge between News and other key operational departments, to streamline workflows and maximise cross-departmental opportunities.
• Foster a high-performance culture by providing consistent leadership support and professional growth opportunities for the team.
• Mentor editorial staff and producers to cultivate a pipeline of internal talent and improve overall newsroom capability.
• Implement innovative technologies and reporting techniques to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Ensure seamless integration between broadcast and digital teams to deliver a unified multi-platform journalism strategy.
• Step into high-level decision-making roles in the absence of the News Director to provide continuity and leadership stability.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will be a strategic leader who understands that a modern newsroom’s success relies as much on empowering people and fostering a collaborative culture as it does on editorial excellence. 

What you’ll bring: 

• Expert knowledge of a major newsroom and the intricate day-to-day operations required to run it.
• A deep understanding of both the Sydney and Australian media landscape and audience behaviours.
• Demonstrated ability to guide teams through operational shifts and evolving industry landscapes.
• Deep understanding of newsroom analytics and the technical requirements of multi-platform distribution.
• Cultivates team stability and growth via accessible leadership and active professional mentoring
• Extensive experience managing complex budgets and optimising resources in a commercial environment.
• Ability to provide high-level editorial oversight while driving broader business-wide strategic goals.

Please submit your resume and cover letter by 9:00 AM on Monday, February 23rd.

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. 

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

More info at Nine Careers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.