Producer/Reporter, Morning Report

Te Tūranga – The opportunity  

RNZ is looking for a talented and motivated Producer/Reporter to join the team behind Morning Report, our flagship weekday news programme.

Te Mahi – About the job

This is a fast-paced, high-impact role where you’ll help shape the national conversation each morning. You’ll work closely with a collaborative production team to develop sharp story ideas, source compelling interviews, and produce content for both radio and digital platforms.

The role will involve:

• Developing and producing compelling news content for live broadcast
• Sourcing and preparing interviews, briefing notes, and story angles
• Contributing to RNZ’s digital and social media presence
• Collaborating with colleagues across RNZ News and wider teams
• Upholding RNZ’s editorial standards and values

Ōu Pūkenga - About You

We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about news and comfortable working in a fast-paced, live broadcast environment. You’ll be confident juggling multiple tasks, thinking on your feet, and collaborating with a tight-knit team to deliver high-quality journalism.

You’ll also have:

• A strong interest in current affairs and news, both national and globally.
• Experience in live production and creating digital content
• Excellent communication and planning skills
• Audio editing skills, field recording experience is a bonus
• Familiarity with RNZ’s Editorial Policy and media law

Ngā Hua: What we offer

At RNZ, you’ll be joining a passionate team who love what they do and are committed to making a difference. We offer:

• A chance to shape the national conversation and serve the public good
• A friendly, welcoming and inclusive culture.
• Regular development and training opportunities for our people.
• Competitive salary and matched KiwiSaver contributions up to 4%.
• Comprehensive parental leave over and above standard legislation.
• Flexible work options and additional leave provisions for some roles.
• Wellbeing support, including access to a confidential guidance and counselling services.

Te Ahurea – Our Culture

At RNZ we are committed to fostering an inclusive and constructive culture. This means creating a place where our people feel like they belong and can do their best work. We do this through our attitudes; Be Bold, Better Every Day and Extend Manaakitanga.

This is a full-time role based in either Auckland or Wellington, but we are open to the successful candidate working from any RNZ office around the motu.

Applications close: Thursday, 13^th November 2025 unless filled prior. 

To apply for this role please complete your application on our careers site, including your covering letter and a CV. If applying through Seek you will be able to view and download a copy of the job description for this role after clicking Apply.  

If you'd like to speak to someone about this role, please get in touch with the recruitment team on jobs@rnz.co.nz

RNZ is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and welcomes applicants reflecting New Zealand’s cultural and ethnic diversity.