What's the role?

News Local is seeking an experienced and highly organised News Editor to lead editorial production across our prestige community mastheads: The Wentworth Courier, The Mosman Daily and The North Shore Times.

This role is responsible for writing and commissioning high-quality news and lifestyle content for the three publications, while overseeing the print production of shared news pages across the mastheads. It suits a strong editor with sharp news judgement, excellent production skills and a clear understanding of what matters to local audiences in Sydney’s prestige markets.

Based at News Corp Australia’s head office in Surry Hills, this is a permanent part-time opportunity offered at either 3 or 4 days per week, depending on the successful candidate’s availability and experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Generate original story ideas that reflect the interests, priorities and lifestyle of local audiences

• Build and manage a pipeline of quality editorial content across the three mastheads

• Commission freelance or contributor content where required and ensure it meets editorial standards, deadlines and style requirements

• Liaise with sub-editors to ensure clarity, accuracy, tone, legal risk and house style

• Oversee print production of shared news pages across the three publications

• Plan page flow and editorial balance to deliver strong, polished print editions each cycle

• Work closely with journalists, photographers, designers and other editorial stakeholders to ensure efficient production

• Maintain high standards of accuracy, fairness and editorial integrity

Who are you?

• A minimum of five year’s experience in news editing, print production and content commissioning

• A strong understanding of local community journalism and premium local media audiences

• Experience using newsroom publishing and production systems

• Highly organised and deadline-driven

• Strong editor with sound judgement and attention to detail

• Proactive in generating ideas and driving coverage

• Familiarity with Sydney’s eastern suburbs, lower north shore and north shore communities

• Experience editing both news and lifestyle content for premium local audiences

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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State & Community Mastheads