What you'll be doing:
We're looking for a Journalist to produce high-quality editorial content across our website, YouTube, and social platforms, working alongside our Senior Journalist and Managing Editor to build out our editorial output. You'll grow your skills across formats — including on-camera presentation — while building strong industry relationships and contributing fresh ideas to the team.
You'll:
- Research, write, and produce editorial content – including reviews, comparisons, features, and news – to a consistently high standard
- Translate emerging trends and industry developments into new content ideas and story angles for the team
- Present on-camera video content such as reviews and explainers
- Represent the editorial team at media events, launches, and industry functions, building relationships with industry contacts
- Share knowledge and contribute to editorial planning, content calendar development, and cross-team collaboration with Production and Audience Development
What we're looking for:
We're looking for someone who brings curiosity, strong writing ability, and a genuine interest in the automotive industry, along with the willingness to grow into on-camera and multimedia work.
- Familiarity with automotive content, whether through journalism, enthusiast writing, or industry experience
- Proven ability to write to deadline across multiple formats, from breaking news to features and reviews
- Openness to developing on-camera presentation skills, even without prior experience
- Comfortable representing the brand at external events and building relationships with industry contacts
- A collaborative approach to working with senior editorial, production, and audience teams
We know not everyone will meet every requirement, and that’s okay. If you’re excited about the role and believe you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
A few other things we want you to know...
- As an equal opportunity employer, carsales welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and life experiences. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
- If you have a disability or require adjustments to participate fully in the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re here to support you.
- We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, including part-time options. If you’d like to explore this, just ask during the process.
- We’re also a proud Circle Back Initiative employer, which means we commit to responding to every applicant.
- Successful candidates joining the carsales team will need to complete a National Police Record check and must have full-time Australian working rights.
So come join us - because every role plays a vital part in our journey toward something big!’