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• Employment Type: Continuing, Full-Time (35-hour week)
• Remuneration Level 8: $123,044 - $138,637 + 17% Superannuation 
• Location: Kensington, NSW (the successful candidate will be required to work on campus 3 days a week)

Why The Role Matters:

The Editor is responsible for curating, developing, and overseeing the publication of high-quality student journalism in the School of the Arts and Media’s in-house online publication (Newsworthy). This role involves mentoring student contributors, ensuring professional editorial standards, and expanding the platform’s reach through innovative digital strategies. The Editor plays a critical role in maintaining Newsworthy’s reputation as a student-driven yet publicly engaging journalistic platform.

Accountabilities:

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)

• Evaluate, edit, and make final decisions on all content, ensuring high journalistic standards and legal/ethical compliance, consulting with legal experts as needed.
• Collaborate with students, tutors and convenors to identify and develop publishable coursework and independent story pitches.
• Provide detailed feedback and guidance to help students improve their work to professional standards.
• Lead initiatives to enhance Newsworthy’s magazine-style approach while integrating a news section for explainers and time-sensitive stories.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase social media engagement across platforms including but not limited to Instagram, TikTok, and microblogging sites.
• Oversee the expansion of storytelling formats, including immersive journalism.
• Identify opportunities to incorporate multimedia elements, such as video content, on the homepage.
• Encourage student participation in editorial decisions and foster motivation through recognition initiatives.
• Lead discussions on redesigns, structural updates, and potential new sections like independent arts and entertainment reviews.
• Liaise with School staff members to integrate Newsworthy’s objectives within journalism courses.
  
  

Skills and Experience: 

To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)

• A relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Proven experience in journalism, editorial management, or digital publishing, with strong editorial judgment.
• Ability to mentor emerging writers, with experience in academic or student journalism mentoring preferred.
• Experience managing digital media platforms and implementing effective social media engagement strategies.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with media law and ethical considerations in journalism.
• Proven ongoing engagement with journalism industry trends and digital publishing innovations.
  
  

Desirable:

• Knowledge of contemporary digital storytelling tools and platforms.
• Understanding of pedagogical approaches in journalism education.
• Experience in university-led workshops on pedagogy, student mentoring, and digital engagement.
  
  

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
  
  

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

How to Apply:

Submit both a Cover Letter and CV online via the UNSW Job Board before Thursday 10^th April 2025 by 11:30pm. Please ensure your Cover Letter addresses the Skills and Experience mentioned in the advert (no more than 1 page).


Get in Touch:

Any applications sent to the contacts below will not be accepted.

If you have questions about the role, please contact Julie Miller at j.miller@unsw.edu.au

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Allyssar Hamoud at a.hamoud@unsw.edu.au

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.