In-Demand News editor Jobs in Australia

News Editor - New Idea
Are Media —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Editing
- Parental leave
7d
Shepparton News Editor
McPherson Publishing —Shepparton VIC
- Full-time
- Leadership
Quick Apply
Overnight News Editor
dmg::media —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Editing
Quick Apply
CoStar News Editor- Australia
Domain Group —Pyrmont NSW
- Analysis skills
- AI
5d
Deputy Editor for the Australian Bureau
The Daily Beast —Sydney NSW
- $110,000 - $140,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Editing
Quick Apply
Deputy Editor for the Australian Bureau - The Daily Beast
IAC —Sydney NSW
- $110,000 - $140,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Editing
Quick Apply
Digital Editor, APAC
Bloomberg —Sydney NSW
- Writing skills
- English
- Scripting
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Reporter / Sub-Editor (Australia - Remote)
PA Media —Remote
- Full-time
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Editing
Quick Apply
Data journalist
Guardian News & Media —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance program
9h
Wedding Videographer
K AND T PHOTOGRAPHY —Sydney NSW
- Up to $50 an hour
- Temporary
- In-person
- Communication skills
Quick Apply
Northern Editor - Broome
Seven West Media —Broome WA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
Group Digital Editor
Seven West Media —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
14d
Editor STM
Seven West Media —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Editing
- Health insurance
Editor PFI (Project Finance International) - Australia
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
Sports Writing Interns
Zero Digital Media —Remote
- Monday to Friday
- Remote
- Internship
- Communication skills
- Editing
Senior Specialist Legal Editor (Dispute Resolution)
Thomson Reuters —Pyrmont NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Research
- Office
- Tuition reimbursement
- Work from home
Journalist
Seven West Media —Bunbury WA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
Magazine Editor
MADVENTURE —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Editing
Quick Apply
Stock & Land Journalist
ACM Media —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Remote
- Time management
- Work from home
7d
Senior Specialist Legal Editor (Banking & Finance)
Thomson Reuters —Pyrmont NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Research
- Office
- Tuition reimbursement
- Work from home
8d

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News Editor - New Idea

Are Media -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
7 days ago

Benefits

Parental leave
Paid volunteer leave

Qualifications

Writing skills
Content management systems
Communication skills
Editing
Time management

Full Job Description

Job no: 500381
Work type: permanent full time
Location: Sydney
Categories: Content

Is your finger on the pulse with the timely news events that matter to our audience? Are you obsessed with true crime? Do you love sharing real-life stories from our heartland? If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

As New Idea’s News Editor, you’ll be responsible for shaping and delivering high-impact, audience-first content across our print and digital platforms. This role is perfect for a driven editor with exceptional editorial instincts, legal knowledge and a sharp understanding of content performance.

You’ll be expected to proactively pitch, commission, and produce original ideas; manage end-to-end workflows; write and edit flawless copy; plan ahead; and collaborate across departments – all to deadline.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years’ experience as a journalist on a magazine, newspaper or digital platform.

Duties

Be fully immersed in the weekly news cycle and trending TV shows to inspire exciting, fresh and hard-hitting angles that resonate with our audience
Write and edit stories in New Idea’s style and tone, for print and online
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and effective content delivery across platforms
Source, script and create video content for news and crime stories that drives engagement across digital and social channels.
Commission stories from freelance journalists

Skills and experience

Solid journalism background, with experience commissioning, writing and editing high-quality long-form content.
Excellent news sense and ability to identify resonant and relevant story angles.
Deep understanding of issues that matter to everyday Australian women, audience behaviour, digital best practices and multi-platform publishing.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, highly organised, with an eye for accuracy and detail
Ability to work independently while collaborating across large teams, work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Confidence in using content management systems and workflow tools.
Demonstrated project management and time management skills.

Who Are We?

Are Media is Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women. Every day we influence, inform, inspire, and connect with 6 in 10 Australian women across magazine media, digital, video, social, e-commerce, customer review sites, podcasts, events and experiences. Our brands include The Australian Women’s Weekly, Better Homes & Gardens, Woman’s Day, marie claire, TV WEEK, New Idea, Now to Love, Australian Gourmet Traveller, BEAUTY/crew and ELLE. Through our Change AREgenda we drive meaningful and positive change for women.

Are Media employs Australia’s best content creation talent and we are proud that our greatest strength is our people.

Why Are Media?

Join Australia’s leading content company for women and be part of an inspiring, creative and collaborative team. We offer excellent people programs including:

A day of leave for your birthday,
4 days of volunteering leave each year,
An inclusive parental leave program that supports all parents, families & carers,
FREE digital access to all our titles, and
Our unique Are Media Learning Academy (Digital Academy, Lunch N Learns, Mentoring and much more).

Are Media is a proud member of Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation working towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia. We are committed to fostering diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We know & value the success this brings for everyone and we welcome & encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. When you apply, please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

Advertised: 01 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 31 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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News Editor - New Idea

Shepparton News Editor

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Group Digital Editor

Editor STM

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