Podcast Intern (Start ASAP)

About Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)

The ABC is the nation's most trusted and independent source of Australian conversations, culture, and stories. With over 4,000 employees from diverse backgrounds across over 50 locations around Australia and overseas, we are proud to create, curate, and deliver high-quality content that informs, educates, and entertains Australian communities.

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Your role

This is a newly created 12-week paid internship for someone with a passion for podcasts, storytelling and connecting with audiences.

You will learn the basics of editing, production and research, have the opportunity to contribute ideas to improve the ways ABC creates podcast content, and work in a supportive environment with podcast specialists.

This vacancy is open only to applicants with a disability, reflecting their commitment to ABC's Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2019 - 2022 and the Equal Employment Opportunity (Commonwealth Authorities) Act 1987.

Training & development

With the unrelenting pace of change in the industry combined with the increasing capabilities of new technologies, ABC is constantly looking at ways to develop its people and keep their skills current. Below are the programs the ABC offers:

• Training & Development Programs
• Leadership Programs
• Scholarship programs
• Study Assistance

Benefits

ABC offers flexible salary packaging arrangements through an external provider allowing you to effectively salary sacrifice to suit your individual financial requirements. Options available include superannuation benefits, cars, childcare, and laptops.

Career progression

ABC’s performance management system has been designed to foster high performance, creativity, initiative, and leadership. It allows flexibility in the planning of work and the development of skills to meet the needs of the future. Employees benefit through active participation in the process, feedback on performance, recognition, and reward for their efforts, and improved development and career opportunities. 

Work life balance

ABC has a range of flexible policies and practices designed to help people balance their work and personal lives. Access to these types of arrangements will depend on your circumstances, including work requirements, and require the agreement of your manager. This includes:

• Flexible working hours
• Part-time hours
• Job Share
• Working from home

Culture & vibe

As the national broadcaster, the ABC has a responsibility to reach all Australians and to reflect the rich diversity and perspectives of Australia’s many communities, from Indigenous Australians to new and emerging communities. The ABC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected for their contribution.

About you

Do you have an ongoing passion and interest in podcasts, storytelling and communication? Do you want to work in a media or creative-related industry in the future? Do you have digital skills and enthusiasm for digital and social media platforms? 

You will also have:

• Some or developing ability to produce podcast and audio content.
• Ability to work well in a team, take direction and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• An understanding and passion to source and create authentic content which represents the broad diversity of the Australian community, including stories that reflect a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds and Indigenous communities.

How to apply

You’ll be directed to an online application form where you will be asked to complete some questions. These questions include contact details, and diversity and inclusion information. They’ll also ask if you require any adjustments to support you throughout the selection process. You will also be asked about your podcast interests and to submit a piece of audio so we get a better understanding of who you are and what motivates you to become a podcaster.

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• abc.net.au/careers/developing-our-talent/12007792
• abc.net.au/careers/pay-and-conditions/12007800
• abc.net.au/careers/work-life-balance/12007808
• abc.net.au/careers/d&i-homepage-article/12435892