Interview Producer

Interview Producer

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Sydney NSW

Programming & Production (Advertising, Arts & Media)

Government - Federal (Government & Defence)

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Posted 9d ago

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• Sydney location

• Base salary $87k – $106k + 15.4% ABC Nominated Superannuation

• Contracted role for approximately 9 months, full-time hours

The Role

We are seeking an experienced interview producer to play a key role in the editorial team, suggesting story, segment and interview ideas as well as lining up key interviews with newsmakers.

The Job

• Coordinate and book interviews and guests as part of News Channel’s continuous news coverage for everything from one-on-one interviews to panel discussions with multiple contributors; as well as contact and source interviews with witnesses to breaking news events when the channel switches to rolling coverage.

• Working under the general direction of the on shift Supervising Producer and Supervising Producer, Interviews, this position requires a good contact book and sound editorial judgment and will see you coordinate guest bookings and interviews to be broadcast on the ABC News Channel and digital platforms.

• Assist in coordinating logistics for studio and satellite bookings, while working in collaboration with other areas throughout the ABC including the International and Planning desks.

• Generate, suggest and develop story and segment ideas not only for television but to also engage a digital, multi-platform audience in line with ABC Editorial Policies.

• Liaise with colleagues in other areas across the ABC to plan and produce news content of common interest to ABC News Channel and other outlets.

• Monitor a wide range of media outlets and sources to develop a strong understanding of current events and issues.

• Generate stories that are relevant to a broad section of Australians and reflect the cultural, geographic and socio-economic diversity of the country.

Position Description: 50042556 INTERVIEW PRODUCER BACKFILL OCT 2026.pdf

About You

We are seeking an experienced, versatile and curious journalist with broadcast experience. You will be a collaborative team player with a strong commitment to news, and highly developed communication and relationship-building skills.

You'll have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.

• A proven ability to source and maintain contacts across the broader Australian community.

• Accomplished ability to research and plan interviews as well as book guests and conduct pre-interviews.

• Excellent ability to write news copy, interview briefs and generate dynamic ideas for enhancing News coverage through interviews and guests.

• Accomplished organisational and communication skills along with an ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.

• Experience with desktop editing and the ability to rapidly acquire the technical skills required for TV news production; a creative approach and an interest in the digital news environment.

About ABC News

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.

More info:

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 LGBTQIA+ 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 [email protected]

If you want to know more, please contact Reed Robinson, Chief of Staff News Channel on ••••@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: Tuesday 10th November at 11:55pm

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