Reporter/Producer

Te Tūranga – The opportunity  

RNZ’s Checkpoint team is looking for a talented Reporter/Producer to help deliver a vibrant, live experience across radio and digital platforms. This is a dynamic role where you’ll use a range of storytelling techniques—visuals, video, graphics, live streaming, and sharp writing—to break news and engage audiences.

You’ll be part of a team that thrives on fresh ideas, compelling angles, and a passion for breaking news. If you’re a journalist who’s confident across platforms and excited by the pace of live news, we’d love to hear from you.

Te Mahi – About the job

• Collaborating across RNZ teams to develop and deliver compelling editorial content
• Upholding RNZ’s editorial standards and reputation for quality journalism
• Generating and pitching story ideas daily
• Writing sharp, concise intros, headlines, and supporting notes
• Editing and processing audio packages and interviews for broadcast
• Conducting well-researched, balanced interviews
• Creating engaging online content tailored for rnz.co.nz and social platforms
• Using digital tools and social media to expand RNZ’s reach
• Applying sound knowledge of media law in all content
• Contributing to a positive team culture and supporting other teams as needed
• Representing RNZ publicly in line with its standards and values

Ōu Pūkenga - About You

• A tertiary qualification in journalism or equivalent experience
• Proven experience as a journalist across visual, written, and audio formats
• Strong knowledge of national/international news and current affairs
• Experience in live production and converged storytelling
• Excellent writing and editing skills for online and broadcast
• Confidence on camera or a willingness to develop this skill
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• A collaborative approach and strong relationship-building skills
• A broadcast-quality voice and commitment to te reo Māori pronunciation
• Initiative, creativity, and adaptability in a fast-evolving media landscape
  

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 Auckland.

Applications close: Sunday, 19^th October 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.