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You will be the final gatekeeper for a steady stream of journalism dedicated to expanding local news coverage and reducing news deserts across Australia.\nThis initiative plays a vital role in giving local communities a voice and keeping residents informed, both across metropolitan areas and regional centres. Working closely with reporters and editors, you will verify, refine, and elevate copy, ensuring our content is watertight and ready for publication across the country’s largest news network.\nThis role can be based at our, NSW, VIC, SA or QLD offices (2 days from home per week)\nAbout the role\nAs a critical safeguard within our editorial stream, you will turn drafted copy into polished journalism by rigorously verifying claims against primary source documents, with a special focus on local council reporting. You will operate in a steady-paced, high-volume environment. Using your exceptional attention to detail, deep understanding of language nuances, and sharp news sense, you will edit copy directly, making fast, decisive calls on what to keep and what to cut to ensure every piece is accurate, engaging, and legally sound.\nKey responsibilities\nAct as the final editorial checkpoint before publication, directly editing, refining, and rewriting copy to ensure accuracy and integrity.\nVerify news copy rigorously against source documents, with a particular focus on interrogating local council documents and reports.\nMake fast, decisive, and independent editorial decisions on what to cut and what to keep, shaping concise and impactful stories.\nMaintain a steady editorial workflow, effectively managing quotas for story approvals.\nApply a deep understanding of English language nuances, assessing how word choices, sentence structures, and paragraph flows work together holistically to convey meaning and underlying assumptions.\nApply a strong \"nose for news\" to identify, elevate, and sharpen news hooks within drafted copy.\nEnsure all copy adheres to News Corp Australia’s editorial and style guidelines, as well as applying a working knowledge of Australian media law to mitigate defamation risks.\nWho are you?\nDemonstrated professional experience working as a reporter, sub-editor, or in a similar rigorous editorial capacity.\nExceptional attention to detail and a meticulous, investigative approach to verifying facts.\nComfort and confidence in making rapid editorial cuts, rewriting copy directly, and acting as the final authority before publication.\nAdvanced understanding of English grammar, tone, and structural editing, with a keen eye for how language influences reader perception.\nWorking knowledge of Australian media law and defamation principles.\nBasic computer literacy.\nEffective collaboration and time management skills, with proven experience meeting targets and working independently, whether remotely or in an office environment.\nHighly desirable: Experience in council reporting or a strong interest in local government and council affairs, accompanied by a genuine passion for grassroots community journalism.\nWhat we offer\nA critical, high-impact role within News Corp Australia’s National Editorial Innovation Team, upholding the integrity of the nation's premier mastheads.\nThe chance to make a direct impact on the future of local democracy by revitalising community journalism in underserved areas.\nHighly flexible working arrangements: Choose to work remotely from anywhere in Australia or from one of our major offices, with options for full-time, part-time, or job-share structures.\nCompetitive remuneration package with career development and learning opportunities across national and global networks.\nThe opportunity to shape and protect world-class journalism at the country's largest media organisation.\nWhy News Corp Australia\nJoin 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.\nNews Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.\nOur benefits include:\nExclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family\n\nPerks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits\n\nHealth & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)\n\nTime 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.\n\nFinancial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money\n\nIn 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:\nHelping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career\n\nGiving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives\n\nWorkplace Inclusion and facilities - Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms\n\nWho are we?\nNews Corp Australia is the nation’s most influential media organisation, operating more than 150 household-name brands across print, digital, and multimedia. We lead the way in travel, fashion, food, health, homes, and lifestyle, and we are the largest publisher across print and digital, reaching more than 16 million Australians each month.What’s next?\nApply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers\nOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion\nDiversity 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!\nWe 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. 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