Visual Journalist

Stuff Digital is looking for an experienced Visual Journalist to help shape the future of visual storytelling across our digital, broadcast, and social platforms.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of our digital and video-first newsroom , producing compelling, high-quality video journalism that resonates with audiences across Aotearoa. From breaking news and livestreams to in-depth features, you'll create content that informs, engages, and inspires, guided by Stuff's editorial standards and commitment to journalistic excellence.

What you'll do

• Produce original, high-quality video content for Stuff's digital, social, and broadcast platforms.
• Capture, film, edit, and livestream news events with speed, accuracy, and creativity.
• Use data and audience insights to shape and refine your storytelling approach.
• Collaborate with reporters, editors, and digital specialists to deliver impactful visual journalism.
• Embrace emerging technologies, including automation and AI tools, to enhance production efficiency and innovation.
• Engage with audiences across social platforms to grow community connection and drive engagement.
• Maintain strong editorial judgement, technical standards, and adherence to Stuff's code of ethics.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience in digital and broadcast journalism , including filming, editing, and producing across multiple formats.
• Strong technical proficiency with broadcast-grade cameras, mobile journalism kits, livestreaming, audio, and lighting .
• Skilled in video editing software and familiar with social media publishing tools .
• Ability to work confidently in fast-paced news environments , from breaking stories to planned features.
• A creative mindset, willing to experiment, test, and innovate in storytelling formats.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on team success.
• Solid understanding of media law, editorial standards, and audience metrics .
• Adaptability and resilience, with the capacity to respond to shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with emerging AI technologies used in news production, such as automated editing, transcription, and content tagging tools.
• A willingness to explore and adopt AI-driven methods to improve efficiency and creativity in visual journalism.

What we offer

• The chance to work on nationally significant stories that shape conversations across Aotearoa.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking newsroom that values creativity and experimentation.
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities to learn new tools and techniques.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and wellbeing.

If you're a skilled storyteller who can turn moments into powerful visual narratives, 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 rānei. 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.