The Edit: How to get a job in journalism

In a rapidly changing industry, there’s no one guaranteed way to get a foot in the door but certain skills and experiences make applicants stand out.

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This MPC Edit event will explore what hiring managers are looking for, how to make the most of internships, planning your first few career moves, what to keep on a resume, building contacts, breaking stories and more.

This event is suitable for anyone navigating how to get a start in the industry.

Our panellists

• Mathew Dunckley, investigations editor at The Age with more than 25 years media and hiring experience

• Luca Gonano, Head of News and Sport at 3AW

• Jennifer Pittorino, Multimedia Breaking News Reporter for the Herald Sun

• Vi Truong is a Multimedia Journalist and Reporter at 9News, working across both broadcast and digital/social mediums

• Moderator: Rachael Ward, reporter at The Age

Details

Date & Time
Wednesday 4 June 2025
6pm for 6.30pm - 8pm
RSVP: COB Tuesday 3 June

Location
SYN Radio
RMIT University City Campus
Building 12, Level 3, Room 97/402 Swanston Street
Melbourne

This event is supported by Guardian Australia

The Edit is the Melbourne Press Club’s event series for young and early career journalists.