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Your role

ABC Regional is seeking to champion emerging voices in the disability community in rural and regional Australia. 

This is an early career opportunity for people with lived experience of disability and an interest in telling factual stories that connect with Australians. You will spend 10 weeks working in an ABC regional station, developing your ability to create high-quality, compelling content for a variety of ABC platforms. You will be supported with a bespoke mentoring experience, based on location, needs, and goals.

You'll also have access to ABC Inclusive, the staff-led network for people with disability and their allies, and support from the ABC's Diversity & Inclusion team. 

Training, development & rotations

With the unrelenting pace of change in the industry combined with the increasing capabilities of new technologies, ABC is constantly looking at ways to develop its people and keep their skills current. Below are the programs the ABC offer:

• Training & Development Programs
• Leadership Programs
• Scholarship programs
• Study Assistance
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Salary & benefits

Regional Storyteller Scholarship roles may earn an average of A$49,800 to A$63,400. (Source: Prosple Salary Guide)

ABC offers flexible salary packaging arrangements through an external provider allowing you to effectively salary sacrifice to suit your individual financial requirements. Options available include superannuation benefits, cars, childcare, and laptops. Read more.

Career progression

ABC’s performance management system has been designed to foster high performance, creativity, initiative, and leadership. It allows flexibility in the planning of work and the development of skills to meet the needs of the future. Employees benefit through active participation in the process, feedback on performance, recognition, and reward for their efforts, and improved development and career opportunities. Read more.

Work life balance

ABC has a range of flexible policies and practices designed to help people balance their work and personal lives. Access to these types of arrangements will depend on your circumstances, including work requirements, and require the agreement of your manager. This includes:

• Flexible working hours
• Part-time hours
• Job Share
• Working from home
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Culture & vibe

As the national broadcaster, the ABC has a responsibility to reach all Australians and to reflect the rich diversity and perspectives of Australia’s many communities, from Indigenous Australians to new and emerging communities. The ABC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected for their contribution. Read more.

About you

Here's what the ABC is looking for in this role:

• You are an emerging factual content maker or emerging journalist, and you have lived experience of disability.
• You live in a regional, rural, or remote part of Australia, covered by the ABC’s regional broadcast footprint – anywhere outside of the capital cities. 
• You have a topic around disability that you would like to see more coverage of on the ABC.

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply click the "Apply on employer site" button on this page to submit your application directly to ABC Australia.