Why join us?
Seven West Media merged with Southern Cross Media Group (ASX: SXL) in January 2026 to create one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across television, audio, publishing and digital.
Seven West owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses and platforms, including the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; LiSTNR; the Hit and Triple M radio networks; The Nightly; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; and PerthNow.
A day in the life…
Are you passionate about uncovering stories and delivering news that matters? We are seeking a motivated Journalist to join our dynamic team in Launceston, delivering Tasmania’s only local news hour.
This is a great opportunity to work with Australian’s leading broadcast media organisation and propel your journalism career to new heights. Working and living regionally will equip you with invaluable skills, paving the way for amazing long-term success in the industry.
You will be responsible for producing the state’s only one hour news service, engaging with the presenting team in Hobart, the studio team in Canberra, and your production colleagues in Launceston. It’s truly a juggle, but a juggle that will give you skills you can’t get anywhere else. This role requires roster flexibility, and a willingness to work extra hours when the news day demands.
Other key responsibilities include:
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with key people and organisations.
Breaking stories and creating engaging content.
Representing the Company in a professional and courteous manner.
What will you need
You’ll be a driven and energetic Journalist, with the ability to think clearly and act quickly under pressure, possessing excellent communication skills to collaborate with different stakeholders internally, as well as externally with the local community. You’ll be able to work in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on tight deadlines.
You will have:
Proven journalism/ editorial skills
A solid understanding of media law and ethics.
Competency in script writing in TV News format
Meticulous attention to detail with some experience in a newsroom
From employee advocacy groups to our Reconciliation Action Plan and gender equality certification, we’re proud to lead the way in building an authentic, inclusive workplace.
Seven is proud to be the first media company in Australia to receive the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality certification and is a proud partner of UN Women.
Keen? Apply now!
Resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
