Editorial Lead
Editorial Lead (Broadcast & Digital)
Lead the next generation of First Nations journalists at Australia's original Aboriginal broadcaster.
- $105,000 - $115,000 + Super + Salary Packaging + Relocation Assistance
Why Join CAAMA?
- Lead editorial excellence across Australia's largest Indigenous broadcast network
- Mentor and develop the next generation of First Nations journalists and storytellers
- Enjoy salary packaging to maximise your take-home pay
- Receive relocation assistance, including flights and transitional accommodation
- Work in the heart of Australia while making a genuine social and cultural impact
- Join CAAMA as it celebrates its 50th anniversary and enters an exciting new chapter
About CAAMA
Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association (CAAMA) is Australia's original First Nations broadcaster and one of the country's most respected Aboriginal media organisations.
Based in Mparntwe (Alice Springs), CAAMA has been creating media with and for Aboriginal people, families and communities for almost five decades.
Home to 8KIN FM, CAAMA operates Australia's largest Indigenous broadcast network, connecting more than 30 remote and regional communities across the Northern Territory and northern South Australia. Alongside award-winning radio, digital media and community storytelling, CAAMA is also the custodian of one of Australia's most significant First Nations media collections.
As we approach our landmark 50th anniversary, we're investing in organisational renewal, digital transformation and workforce development and we're looking for an experienced editorial leader to help shape the future of Indigenous media.
About the Opportunity
We're seeking an experienced Editorial Lead (Broadcast & Digital) to join our team full-time in Mparntwe (Alice Springs), Northern Territory.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll provide editorial leadership across radio and digital platforms while mentoring emerging First Nations journalists and ensuring the highest standards of journalism, ethics and storytelling.
This is a unique opportunity to combine newsroom leadership with meaningful cultural impact, helping preserve stories, strengthen communities and develop future Aboriginal media professionals.
In this role, you'll:
- Lead editorial planning and content across radio and digital platforms
- Mentor and coach emerging First Nations journalists and content creators
- Guide story development from concept through to publication
- Maintain high editorial, ethical and journalistic standards
- Coach staff in interviewing, writing, research and multimedia storytelling
- Build newsroom capability through collaboration and workforce development
- Develop trusted relationships with Aboriginal communities across Central Australia
- Support CAAMA's strategic vision as Australia's leading First Nations broadcaster
About You
To be successful, you'll have:
- A qualification in Journalism (Degree, Diploma or equivalent)
- At least five years' professional journalism experience
- Strong editorial judgement with a sound understanding of media law and ethics
- Experience producing digital and multimedia journalism
- Experience leading, mentoring or developing journalists or editorial teams
- Outstanding interviewing, writing and storytelling skills
- A portfolio demonstrating high-quality published journalism
Highly regarded experience includes:
- First Nations media
- Community or public interest journalism
- Multicultural media
- Remote or regional reporting
- Cross-cultural communication and engagement
You'll be an authentic leader who is curious, resilient and committed to developing people. You'll enjoy working collaboratively, building trusted relationships and using journalism as a vehicle for positive social and cultural impact.
What We Offer
In return for your expertise and commitment, you'll receive:
- $105,000 - $115,000 salary plus superannuation
- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
- Relocation assistance, including flights and transitional accommodation
- Fixed-term opportunities of 12 months or longer considered
- Five weeks annual leave
- Annual leave loading
- Professional autonomy and genuine leadership opportunities
- The opportunity to mentor the next generation of First Nations journalists
- A supportive, collaborative and purpose-driven workplace
- The chance to live and work amongst the spectacular landscapes of Central Australia
- The opportunity to help shape the future of one of Australia's most respected First Nations organisations
If you're an experienced journalist looking for a career that combines editorial leadership, purpose and adventure, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape the future of First Nations storytelling with CAAMA.
