Reporter, Checkpoint

Te Tūranga –The opportunity 

We are after a broadcast journalist with some newsroom experience to bring their storytelling skills to RNZ’s Checkpoint. You will have confidence interviewing in the field, packaging both stories of the day and your own story ideas and be adept at working to strict daily deadlines. 

Te Mahi – About the job

You will help create a vibrant, live experience on air and online which draws on a wider range of story-telling techniques including visual elements (stills, video, graphics and live to camera), live video streaming, strong writing, research and angle generation, the attraction of great talent and development of a social media audience and engagement with it.  

You will be brimming with ideas and have a thirst for breaking stories across platforms.

Ōu Pūkenga - About You

You will have:

• A tertiary qualification in journalism coupled with some broadcasting experience.
  
• Effective working knowledge of national and international news and current affairs.
  
• Skills in live production – on-air and online.
  
• Experience and ability in working with teams in pressured situations with tight deadlines.
• Ability to appear on screen or willingness to do so and learn the skills.
  

Ngā Hua: What we offer

• A friendly, welcoming and inclusive team/organisation
  
• Development and regular training opportunities for our people
  
• Competitive salary
  
• Will match an employee’s KiwiSaver contribution up to 4%
  
• Additional leave provisions for some roles and the option to buy extra leave 
  
• Comprehensive parental leave over and above standard legislation
  
• RNZ supports work/life balance for our people including working from home initiatives where possible
• Comprehensive wellbeing support including access to a confidential support, guidance and counselling service
  

Te Ahurea – Our Culture

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and constructive culture. This means creating a place where our people feel like they belong and can do their best work. We do this through our attitudes; Be Bold, Better Every Day and Extend Manaakitanga. 

This is a full-time role based in Auckland.

Please note: A complete application includes your covering letter and a CV.

Applications close: Sunday 13 April 2025

RNZ is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and welcomes applicants reflecting New Zealand’s cultural and ethnic diversity.