Journalist Producer

Rockhampton March 25, 2026 Full Time Custom Seven West Media Careers Portal

Ready to take the next step in your reporting career with Australia’s favourite news, sports and entertainment network?

The Opportunity

 

Seven Local News is seeking a Producer/Reporter to lead our News Operation in Rockhampton.

This is an exciting opportunity to join regional Queensland’s leading television news team. Seven Queensland provides a highly successful half hour local news service produced specifically for the region.

The successful candidate will be an experienced Journalist, able to supervise a team of journalists and camera operators/editors.

What you'll do:

You’ll primarily focus on developing and creating high-standard segments. You will be responsible for breaking news stories and creating engaging content as well as contributing to editorial meetings and liaising with the News Director regarding story development.

In this role, you’ll be reporting to the Director, News and be based in Rockhampton.

What you'll bring:

You’re 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, as well as with the local community. You’re able to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines. You’ll also have:

  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in television news reporting and producing. 
  • Strong leadership qualities, with first-class people skills. 
  • Proven editorial skills. 
  • An advanced understanding of media law and ethics 

Life at Seven

 

At Seven, we connect with more than 17 million Australians every month and we’re proud to be one of the most recognised and trusted media brands in the country. Joining our team means being part of a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth.

We have a market-leading presence across broadcast, television, publishing and digital through our renowned media businesses: the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; The Nightly and Streamer.

Perks & Benefits

 7Perks: Exclusive discounts, wellness perks & recognition programs.   

🕒 Flexibility: Generous leave options, including fertility, parental & volunteering leave.   

📚 Growth: Learn your way with Accelerate@SWM, SPARK Mentoring programs & more.

Our Values

We live and lead by: Be Brave. Better Together. Make It Happen.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Apply Now!

If you're ready to contribute to a forward-thinking, results-driven team at the forefront of Australian media, we encourage you to apply!

The Seven Network is an equal opportunity employer. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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How to Get Hired at Seven West Media

  • Seven West Media (ASX: SWM) is one of Australia's three largest commercial media groups, controlled by the Stokes family through Seven Group Holdings, chaired by Kerry Stokes AC, and led by CEO Jeff Howard since mid-2023. Verify the current leadership line-up before interviews because Australian commercial media leadership moves quickly.
  • The portfolio spans the Seven Network free-to-air channels (7, 7mate, 7two, 7flix), the 7plus BVOD streaming service, The West Australian and The Sunday Times in Perth, national sport production, and corporate functions. Pacific Magazines was sold to Are Media in 2020 and is no longer part of the group.
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