RNZ aims to develop a life-long relationship with all the people of Aotearoa by enriching, reflecting, and connecting the communities of Aotearoa and the Pacific through informative, challenging and entertaining storytelling.Te Mahi – About the jobInitiate, write, edit, produce and publish breaking news, news features, analysis, background and other context pieces, columns and other digital content on rnz.co.nz.Contribute ideas, insights, original material, context, and lateral thinking to help RNZ develop its distinctive quality.Facilitate the flow of content from other parts of the organisation to the homepage, including from News, Features, RNZ National, RNZ Pacific and RNZ Music.Edit the RNZ homepage and various sections as required, providing a relevant, highly visual, dynamic, and compelling window to the best journalism in the organisation.Use analytical tools to monitor audience engagement with RNZ stories.Be available for shift work and some weekend work when required.Tertiary journalism qualification or equivalent experience.Reporting and subbing experience for a news website or digital media organisation.Not afraid to jump into action when breaking news hits, making phone calls or going out to the scene.Experience as a writer, combined with an excellent command of English and correct use of grammar and punctuation.Experience in still pictures, video and audio editing, development and use of graphics and visualisation of data.Demonstrated experience in writing news stories, live blogging, hour-by-hour story development, features, analysis and context pieces, and online content curation.Nga Hua: What we offerA welcoming and inclusive team & organisation.Development and regular training opportunities for our people.Will match an employee's KiwiSaver contribution up to 4%.Additional leave provisions for some roles and the option to buy extra leave.Comprehensive parental leave over and above standard legislation.Company discounts and benefits including discounted Southern Cross health insurance, car rental services and free flu shots.RNZ supports work/life balance for our people including working from home initiatives where possible.Comprehensive wellbeing support including access to a confidential support, guidance, and counselling service.Te Ahurea – Our CultureAt RNZ we are committed to fostering an inclusive and constructive culture. This means creating a place where our people feel like they belong and can do their best work. We do this through our attitudes; Be Bold, Better Every Day and Extend Manaakitanga.This is a full-time role, and can be based in our Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch offices.Applications close: Monday 2nd September 2024 unless filled prior.RNZ is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and welcomes applicants reflecting New Zealand's cultural and ethnic diversity.
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