Live & Breaking Editor

Job DescriptionStuff is seeking a Live and Breaking Editor to help lead fast, accurate, and compelling coverage of national and international news as it unfolds. Working alongside the Chief Live and Breaking Editor, you’ll guide a team of reporters to deliver live content that’s sharp, audience-focused and platform-ready. This is a key role in shaping our real-time news offering. You’ll commission and edit breaking content, support major live events, and help develop new formats and work with AI tools to enhance how we report in the moment.

Collaboration across teams and a strong understanding of audience needs are essential. What You’ll Be DoingLeading the national live news agenda and delivering rapid, high-quality coverage of breaking and trending stories. Commissioning, producing, and editing content that resonates with and grows our audience. Supporting the team to break original stories and respond swiftly across platforms. Helping to deliver planned live coverage of major national events. Testing and rolling out new formats and AI tools in collaboration with other senior leaders. Sub-editing and publishing content, ensuring it meets the highest editorial standards.

Encouraging innovation in live storytelling, while upholding Stuff’s editorial code and Pou Tiaki commitments. Managing, mentoring and developing a team of reporters, helping them to thrive and meet their goals. Building strong relationships with editors across the newsroom to ensure cohesive coverage. What You’ll Bring To The RoleSignificant newsroom experience and proven leadership skills. Exceptional news judgement and the ability to make decisions quickly. A strong understanding of digital audiences and a commitment to audience-first journalism. Ability to commission, edit and elevate multi-platform content. Knowledge of media law and editorial best practice.

Confident in using data and metrics to shape content strategy. A collaborative, calm and solutions-focused approach, even under pressure. The ability to foster young talent and help others succeed. A strong, clear writing voice and a meticulous eye for detail. A commitment to a safe, inclusive and forward-thinking newsroom culture. Why Stuff?We’re a trusted voice in New Zealand media, proud of our journalism and ambitious about its future. Join us in shaping the nation’s live news conversation and help keep Kiwis informed, wherever they are.

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.