Politics Editor
Core
Leading and delivering authoritative political coverage across federal, state, and international politics for News24's digital platforms.
Role type
Senior Politics Editor (Digital News)
Builds
Digital political news content, breaking coverage, and editorial direction for News24.com.au and digital platforms.
Domain
Australian Politics / Digital Journalism
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
deep knowledge of Australian federal and state politics, editorial leadership, investigative journalism, fact-checking, source verification, legal compliance, digital publishing workflows, CMS proficiency, SEO practices
Preferred skills
robust network of political contacts, experience mentoring reporters, ability to work in a 24/7 news environment
Technologies
CMS platforms, digital publishing tools
Responsibilities
Setting and driving the political coverage agenda, leading and mentoring political reporters, making senior editorial decisions on story selection and framing, spearheading digital coverage of breaking political developments, overseeing publishing and visual presentation of political content, collaborating with digital producers and video teams, upholding editorial standards and legal compliance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
