THE OPPORTUNITY

Herald NOW is the NZ Herald’s new video streaming show hosted by Ryan Bridge - and we’re seeking a Senior Producer to help us set the agenda in election year. In this pivotal role you’ll curate a compelling mix of live and pre‑recorded segments, move fast on breaking stories, and bring unmissable interviews and visual storytelling to our digital audiences. Working closely with the Head of Streaming and across multiple teams, you’ll turn newsroom momentum into must‑watch moments—every day.

HOW YOU'LL DO IT

• Build a balanced rundown that blends hard and political news with business, foreign, lifestyle and entertainment content.

• Pivot seamlessly to breaking news, communicating clearly to keep coverage fast, accurate and audience‑first.

• Set up interviews, research, write video scripts and produce stories that add context, perspective and depth.

• Direct and collaborate with presenters, journalists, multimedia and visual journalists, studio operators and video producers to elevate the output.

• Uphold NZME’s editorial standards and code of ethics; ensure presenter scripts are subbed and interviews meet legal guidelines.

• Think laterally about storytelling for streaming; experiment with innovative formats across digital and social platforms.

• Use analytics and research to understand what audiences want—and share those insights to lift team performance.

• Develop and maintain strong contacts, proposing angles and future content that keeps Herald NOW ahead of the competition.

ABOUT YOU

• A relevant qualification and/or significant senior newsroom experience, with proven multimedia content delivery in digital/broadcast environments.

• A collaborative communicator who keeps colleagues informed, welcomes input, and builds trust inside and outside the organisation.

• A strategic leader who mentors and inspires, sets high standards, and lifts capability across the newsroom.

• Highly organised: you work quickly and efficiently, manage changing priorities, and hit deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Audience‑centric: you interpret data, exercise great news judgement, and consistently deliver clean, publish‑ready content.

• Adaptable and growth‑minded: you embrace change and make the most of development opportunities at NZME.

WHATS ON OFFER

• The chance to shape an innovative streaming news programme with genuine national impact.

• A vibrant, supportive newsroom with award‑winning brands and experienced colleagues to learn from.

• Ongoing development opportunities and access to modern studio facilities and tools.

• Flexible working patterns aligned to the nature of news, plus a culture that values inclusion, curiosity and excellence.

Apply now with your CV and links to recent video work or reels that showcase your producing craft.
All applicants will be asked about their working rights in New Zealand (e.g., citizen, resident, visa, no visa).