Company Description
Drive is Nine’s brand appealing to the automotive enthusiast. Working with our industry leaders you will help us achieve our vision, to shape the future of automotive in Australia by providing authoritative reviews, detailed comparisons, and innovative commerce solutions.
Job Description
We are seeking a driven and insightful Marketplace Editor to lead a high-performing content team, focusing on the car-buying journey for Australians. This role involves championing editorial innovation, using audience insights to drive content, and overseeing the production of high-quality written, photographic, video, and social media content for new and used cars.
Day to day you will:
- Lead and manage the Marketplace content team to deliver accurate, engaging, and actionable content.
- Drive content ideation, prioritisation, and performance optimisation using audience insights and engagement data.
- Create and oversee the production of high-quality written, photographic, video, and social media Marketplace content.
- Provide clear editorial direction and constructive feedback, identifying areas for improvement and upskilling team members.
- Apply advanced SEO strategies to maximise visibility of Marketplace content.
- Ensure all Marketplace content meets legal and ethical journalism standards.
- Stay ahead of emerging technologies and tools, including AI and content automation.
Qualifications
What you'll bring:
- A tertiary qualification in journalism, communications, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in automotive journalism with a strong portfolio.
- Deep knowledge of the automotive industry.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Confident on-camera presence and experience with television or video presenting.
- Strong understanding of SEO best practices.
- A proven track record of leading and mentoring high-performing editorial teams.
- A desire and willingness to challenge the status quo to drive innovation and impact.
- A current full driver’s license.
Additional Information
Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands.
Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.
Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.
How we work
At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.
Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.
