Editor

Why join 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.

Seven West 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.

A day in the life…

You’re a driven Editor joining our News team in Sydney that will be liaising with Producers/ Reporters to achieve the required polished result!

You will be reporting to the Media Operations Manager.

More specifically, you will

Edit high-quality news content with speed and accuracy, consistently meeting tight broadcast and publication deadlines.Collaborate closely with Producers and Reporters to deliver compelling stories that align with editorial and creative objectives.Thrive in a fast-paced newsroom environment, managing multiple priorities and delivering under pressure with minimal supervision.Maintain exceptional attention to detail and quality control across all edited content to ensure broadcast-ready standards.Contribute to a positive, safe and inclusive workplace culture, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork and respect while supporting a rotating shift roster, including weekends.

What Will You Need

Proven experience editing news, current affairs or fast-turnaround broadcast content in a deadline-driven environment.Strong proficiency in professional video editing software, with the ability to produce high-quality content quickly and accurately. Quantel experience desirable.Excellent editorial judgement and attention to detail, ensuring content meets broadcast standards and editorial guidelines.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise workloads effectively, and perform under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom.Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working closely with Producers, Reporters and broader production teams to deliver engaging news stories.

Still no convinced? Let us sweeten the deal!

Recognition And Rewards Programs

Our peer-nominated “Moments that move us” program recognises and rewards our people who shine bright by living our values every day.

Time To Manage Life Events

Community Volunteering, Domestic and Family Violence Leave, Compassionate leave, Personal and Annual leave. Fertility leave: Up to 5 days paid per year.Parental leave: Up to 14 weeks for the Primary Carer (dependent on service) and up to 3 weeks for the Secondary Carer (dependent on service).

Total Wellbeing Approach

Nutritional, Exercise, Financial, Legal, and Emotional wellbeing support via our EAP, Health and Wellbeing programs, and bespoke onsite events.

Learn Your Own Way

Own your learning by accessing our Leading@SWM and Accelerate@SWM programs. Decide what and when you learn with a mix of just in time online learning and facilitated programs.Be mentored by the best in the business as part of our SPARK Mentoring program.

From employee advocacy groups to our Reconciliation Action Plan and gender equality certification, we’re proud to lead the way in building an authentic, inclusive workplace.

Seven is proud to be the first media company in Australia to receive the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality certification and is a proud partner of UN Women.

Keen? Apply now!

Resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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