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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Journalist to create engaging, high-quality content for our Open Road print and digital platforms. This role is critical in informing, entertaining, and inspiring Australians across motoring, travel, and automotive trends.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, research, and write car reviews, road tests, feature articles, and member-focused stories for Open Road magazine.
• Write SEO-optimised content on motoring, mobility, travel, and automotive trends for Open Road's digital channels.
• Attend vehicle launches, media events, and industry briefings to provide exclusive insights.
• Pitch original story ideas to maintain Open Road's position in automotive journalism.
• Translate complex automotive and mobility topics into accessible stories.
• Support the production of special print features and packages.
• Deliver clean, accurate, and engaging copy aligned with editorial voice and brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with editors, designers, content strategists, and social media teams.
• Create supporting content for social and video channels, including scripts.
• Utilize CMS platforms to publish and format web content.
• Analyze content performance using data and analytics tools to inform future planning.
• Build relationships with automotive manufacturers, industry experts, and PR partners.
• Support the editorial team with special projects and event coverage.
• Produce content that informs, inspires, and empowers members to grow the NRMA brand.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Journalism, Communications, Media, or a related field.
• A current and unrestricted Australian driver's licence.
• Up to 5 years’ experience as a journalist, preferably with a focus on motoring, automotive, consumer, or lifestyle content.
• Familiarity with writing to SEO best practice and using web CMS platforms (e.g. Sitecore, WordPress).
• Basic understanding of data analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics, SEMrush) to assess story performance.
• Demonstrated experience producing high-quality written content for both print and digital platforms.
• Strong writing, research, and interviewing skills.
• Ability to explain complex motoring or technical topics clearly.
• Experience writing with an eye for editorial angles and audience resonance.
• Experience writing scripts for social media videos, presenting to camera, and video editing.
• Experience writing for and engaging an audience of mature Australians or a broad member-based audience.
• Experience attending and reporting on events, launches, or media programs under tight deadlines.
• Ability to liaise with industry representatives, PR professionals, and event organisers.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A passion for cars, road safety, sustainability, or Australian travel is a definite advantage.
• Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks.

Skills

• Journalism
• Content Creation
• SEO Writing
• CMS Platforms
• Data Analytics
• Writing
• Research
• Interviewing
• Video Scripting
• Video Editing
• Collaboration
• Time Management
• Organisational Skills

Location

• Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney CBD
• Remote

Work Type

• Full-time
• Permanent
• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Up to 5 years experience

Education Level

• Tertiary qualifications in Journalism, Communications, Media, or a related field

Salary/Compensations

• AUD 85000 - AUD 120000 yearly

Benefits

• Progressive flexibility, leave and well-being benefits
• Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation
• Complimentary myNRMA Rewards membership including free Roadside Assistance
• Discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, and restaurants
• Discounts on NRMA personal insurance products
• Career growth and relocation opportunities within the NRMA Group

About the Company

• We’re one of Australia’s most trusted brands, Member-owned, with a focus on people and community.
• We offer legendary Roadside assistance, electric vehicle charging networks, holiday parks and lodges, car rentals, and harbour transport and ocean cruising.
• Our mission is to make a difference that contributes to a brighter shared future for all Australians.
• Life at NRMA is your chance to make a difference together.

Equal Opportunity

• We’re for inclusion, diversity and representing the members, guests, customers and communities we serve.
• We welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be a part of our team.