NSW - SHS 2 Holt Street Surry Hills
Full time
Job_Req_54685
What's the role?
News24, recently rebranded from Sky News Australia, is owned by News Corp Australia.
After 30 years as an innovator in the news industry, the network has adopted a new brand name and is expanding its world-leading news and commentary digital strategy. As one of the top 10 most viewed English-language news channels in the world on YouTube, this new role is a unique opportunity to join an established news brand with global reach which also has the agility, dynamism and ambition of a startup brand.
As a News24 UK Presenter reporting to the Executive Producer, based in the United Kingdom, you will be the lead voice and face hosting a daily opinion show tackling major global issues, international politics, and current affairs across News24's broadcast and digital platforms. You bring a sharp editorial vision, high-energy on-screen authority, and the ability to command a fast-paced broadcast environment.
Candidates must have extensive on-camera broadcasting experience, a fearless approach to opinion-led commentary, and a sophisticated understanding of global news and modern digital publishing strategies.
*This is a 2-year contract with the possibility of extension. The role is based in England. *
Key Responsibilities
Drive and anchor a daily flagship opinion show focused on global affairs, international politics, and breaking news, establishing a strong, agenda-setting presence.
Work closely with your production team and Executive Producer to pitch bold angles, refine show rundowns, and construct compelling monologues that drive ratings and spark debate.
Conduct sharp, insightful, and fearless interviews with high-profile guests.
Write and deliver sharp on-air editorial commentary, scripts, and collaborate with the digital producing team.
Command the studio during live broadcasts, communicating effectively with control room producers, technical directors, and field reporters during high-pressure or breaking news situations.
Partner with digital teams to adapt key show segments, monologues, and digital-first clips to maximize audience reach across News24’s online platforms.
Ensure all show content meets News24’s quality control standards, adheres to relevant legal parameters, and strictly complies with broadcasting codes.
Who are you?
Proven track record as a broadcast television host, anchor, or presenter with extensive experience in live broadcasting.
Deep, authoritative knowledge of global politics, current affairs, and major world events.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the gravitas to challenge guests from politicians to business leaders and foreign correspondents.
Strong writing ability, capable of crafting punchy monologues, sharp questions, and engaging script copy under strict deadline pressure.
Familiarity with newsroom workflows and rundown systems (such as ENPS) is ideal, alongside a strong understanding of control room dynamics.
Highly adaptable, resilient under live breaking news pressure, and maintaining a collaborative approach with producers and technical crews.
In-office presence required, with flexibility around working hours to adapt to shifting global news cycles and show demands.
Thorough knowledge of News24 products, editorial tone, and brand values.
Strong working knowledge of media law, defamation, and broadcasting codes.
Must have a very good knowledge of global politics and current affairs, and a good understanding of news events occurring elsewhere in the world.
Take a hands-on approach to story selection, research, and script writing with the ability to plan highly viral online segments, react in real-time to breaking news, and conduct sharp interviews with guests.
Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude.
Must be willing to learn and adapt to new working practices and contribute to new programs.
Ability to work independently when required and to carry out assignments that are not part of the day-to-day routine.
Must have extensive on-camera broadcasting experience, a fearless approach to opinion-led commentary, and a sophisticated understanding of global news and modern digital publishing strategies.
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?
News24 (formerly Sky News Australia) - Australia’s first live 24-hour news channel - is the home of Australia’s top rating opinion shows, award-winning political coverage, live breaking news, sport and weather, expert business insights and groundbreaking documentaries.
Bringing a unique Australian perspective to the world, News24 champions open discussion and presents a broad range of perspectives on the issues that matter most.
Delivering real news and honest views, it reflects the many voices of Australia and provides space for all sides of every debate to help inform decisions.
The multi-platform network reaches more than 11.3 million Australians each month across broadcast and digital platforms. It is the number one non-sport channel on national subscription television service Foxtel and the country’s most engaging digital news brand.
News24’s unrivalled 24-hour multi-platform news service is owned and operated by Australian News Channel Pty Ltd (ANC). ANC is owned by News Corp Australia, a subsidiary of News Corp.
ANC operates and distributes News24 branded broadcast and streaming services including News24, News24 Weather, News24 World, News24 Regional, News24 Now and News24 in New Zealand, as well as FOX SPORTS News in Australia. ANC also operates an expansive digital network including leading news site News24.com.au and digital radio channel News24 Radio.
News24 has a national presence with its headquarters operating out of Sydney and interstate bureaus in Canberra’s Parliament House, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, the Gold Coast, Adelaide, Darwin and Hobart. It also has international bureaus in the United States (Washington DC), Asia (Taiwan) and New Zealand (Wellington).
What’s next?
Apply now or for more information on careers at News24 (https://dowjones.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/News24_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 (http://[email protected]) . 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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News24
News24 (formerly Sky News Australia) - Australia’s first live 24-hour news channel - is the home of Australia’s top rating opinion shows, award-winning political coverage, live breaking news, sport and weather, expert business insights and groundbreaking documentaries.
Bringing a unique Australian perspective to the world, News24 champions open discussion and presents a broad range of perspectives on the issues that matter most.
Delivering real news and honest views, it reflects the many voices of Australia and provides space for all sides of every debate to help inform decisions.
The multi-platform network reaches more than 11.3 million Australians each month across broadcast and digital platforms. It is the number one non-sport channel on national subscription television service Foxtel and the country’s most engaging digital news brand.
News24’s unrivalled 24-hour multi-platform news service is owned and operated by Australian News Channel Pty Ltd (ANC). ANC is owned by News Corp Australia, a subsidiary of News Corp.
ANC operates and distributes News24 branded broadcast and streaming services including News24, News24 Weather, News24 World, News24 Regional, News24 Now and News24 in New Zealand, as well as FOX SPORTS News in Australia. ANC also operates an expansive digital network including leading news site News24.com.au and digital radio channel News24 Radio.
News24 has a national presence with its headquarters operating out of Sydney and interstate bureaus in Canberra’s Parliament House, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, the Gold Coast, Adelaide, Darwin and Hobart. It also has international bureaus in the United States (Washington DC), Asia (Taiwan) and New Zealand (Wellington).
