Senior Journalist

Job Description

The Press is looking for a Senior Journalist who thrives on uncovering the stories that matter and shaping them with integrity. If you want to produce journalism that influences public conversation and strengthens local communities, this is the role for you.

At The Press, our mission is simple but ambitious : to grow a deeply connected, highly engaged audience through exceptional journalism. As a Senior Journalist at The Press, you’ll play a central role in delivering on that purpose.

Why join us?

Because at Stuff, you’ll be part of a newsroom that embraces innovation while fiercely protecting the values of trusted journalism. We see emerging technologies including AI as tools that enhance reporting, improve accuracy, speed up workflows and open new possibilities for storytelling. They never replace sound journalistic judgement; they power it.

You’ll work with talented colleagues, have the freedom to pursue original ideas, and have the support of editorial leaders who champion creativity, public-interest reporting and audience-first thinking.

What you’ll do

• Deliver courageous, accurate and high-quality journalism across local, national and topic-based stories.
• Break news and produce compelling original content daily, including live and multi-platform coverage.
• Use emerging digital tools and AI-assisted workflows (for research, data analysis, drafting and trend spotting) to elevate storytelling and improve speed, accuracy and clarity.
• Capture or commission strong visuals, multimedia and digital-first content.
• Build and nurture a wide network of credible contacts and subject-matter expertise.
• Engage directly with audiences across platforms, including social channels and community platforms like Neighbourly.
• Use audience insights to shape journalism that meets reader needs and drives engagement.
• Experiment with new formats and digital approaches to keep The Press at the forefront of modern storytelling.
• Contribute to Stuff’s membership strategy by delivering journalism that earns trust and drives loyalty.
• Champion an inclusive, safe and positive workplace culture.

What you’ll bring

What we offer

If you’re motivated by public-interest journalism, energised by innovation and eager to contribute to a trusted, influential masthead, we’d love to hear from you.

Think you can do the job? Then apply now and start your journey with Stuff today.

Ka oti rānei i a koe tēnei mahi? Kāti, tono mai ināianei kia tīmata ai tō haerenga me Stuff i tēnei rā.

Stuff champions inclusion. Be it gender, ethnicity, beliefs, abilities or experiences - we know that diversity brings another lens through which we all learn, connect and grow.

E kōkiri nei a Stuff i te whāinga kia whai wāhi ai te katoa. Hāunga te ira, te iwi, ngā whakapono, ngā āheinga, ngā wheako rānei o te tangata - e mōhio nei tātou mā te kanorau e whai tirohanga hou ai, e ako ai, e tūhono ai, e whanake anō ai tātou katoa.

As we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities in New Zealand, we will always invite and encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, disabilities and ages. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

Nā runga i tā mātou ū ki tētahi taiao mahi e whakaatu ana i te kanorau o ngā hapori i Aotearoa, i te ao, i te pō, ka pōhiringia, ka ākina anō ngā tono mahi a te marea whānui, hāunga te ira, te iwi, te hauātanga, te pakeke rāne, e ū nei mātou ki te whai kia wātea ai ā mātou ara whai mahi ki te katoa i runga i te mana taurite.

Disclaimer : Stuff does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Stuff is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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