Reporter

Join WA's Leading News Brand.
Are you a passionate storyteller with a hunger for breaking news? WA's # 1 news brand - The West Australian and Australia's fastest-growing national news site - The Nightly - are looking for talented reporter to join our dynamic team.
What we cover:
Politics
Crime
Business
Community
About the role:
As a reporter, you will lead the creation of high‑quality, accurate, and impactful content that informs, engages, and influences our audience across multiple platforms. Operating in a fast‑paced ever‑evolving newsroom, you will drive news coverage, shape editorial direction, and deliver compelling stories under pressure.
You will cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key sources, exercise sound editorial judgement, and manage complex story development from concept to publication. The role requires the ability to balance multiple priorities, deadlines, and platforms, with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and undertake occasional travel as news demands.
About you:
Strong writing skills: You have a way with words that makes the news come alive.
Sharp news sense: You know what’s important and when to go after it.
Detail oriented: You catch the little things that make a big difference.
Team player: While you can work independently, you thrive in a collaborative environment.
Deadline driven: You can juggle multiple tasks with tight turnarounds and stay cool under pressure.
Flexible hours: From evenings to weekends, you are adaptable and always ready to jump into action.
Why you will love working here?
Jump into one of Australia's leading media companies and build your career in a fast-paced newsroom.
Unlock great benefits with salary packaging, paid parental leave and employee perks.
Love where you work with exclusive discounts, plus free onsite gym, parking and EV charging.
About us:
Seven West Media merged with Southern Cross Media Group (ASX: SXL) in January 2026 to create one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across television, audio, publishing and digital.
SXL owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses and platforms, including the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; LiSTNR; the Hit and Triple M radio networks; The Nightly; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; and PerthNow.
Ready to take on the challenge and be a key player in our incredible team?
Click 'Apply Now' to submit your resume and join one of Australia’s most prominent media companies.
Please note, only applicants with valid Australian work rights will be considered. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. To ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process, unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. #TheWestAustralian