Julie Moffett

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I’m Julie Moffett, a journalist, editor, and communications professional who enjoys turning complicated, jargon-heavy issues into clear, everyday language.

About

I’m Julie Moffett, a journalist, editor, and communications professional who enjoys turning complicated, jargon-heavy issues into clear, everyday language. Across print and radio—plus media production roles—I’ve spent my career researching, interviewing, and writing stories that are accessible, accurate, and delivered to tight deadlines.

I also bring strong community leadership and relationship management, including governance roles with the Ashburton District Council and chairing multiple community steering groups. I’m an authentic, inclusive leader who empowers people to contribute their best, and I use my strategic thinking and wide stakeholder network to turn long-term goals into practical priorities and credible public communication.

  • 13 years' experience
  • Joined September 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Government
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 10 roles

Councillor – Ashburton Ward · Ashburton District Council (Mid Canterbury Leadership)Oct 2025 – Present · 1 yr 2 mos

Provide governance and oversight of district council policies and workstreams, contribute to council policies and bylaws, and participate in annual plans and long-term planning decisions. Actively engage in community activities and encourage residents to participate in democratic processes, representing and advocating for community views with respect for diversity.

Ashburton Guardian Reporter (Part-time) · Ashburton GuardianMar 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Develop story ideas for a local readership by researching topics and interviewing newsmakers, prominent voices, and experts. Coach and mentor new reporters on writing style and building professional networks, write accessible stories to deadline, and manage a busy workload. Take professional photos and work collaboratively with colleagues and community members to secure and interview a diverse range of contributors.

Chief Reporter / Subeditor / News Reader (Weekend lead) · MediaWorks / Today FMMar 2022 – Mar 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo

Oversee and lead reporters nationwide on weekends; subedit news copy for accuracy, fairness and legal requirements; compile hourly news bulletins for Today FM and affiliate stations; read multiple bulletins per hour (live-to-air and pre-recorded); operate within radio production workflows and use writing/news systems for fast turnaround.

Journalist · Academy Publishing (Builders & Contractors magazine)Jul 2021 – Feb 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos
Sub Editor / Proofreader · MetServiceJul 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 5 mos
Contributor · Metropol magazineFeb 2021 – Mar 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos
Support Worker · Hōhepa CanterburyFeb 2020 – Jul 2021 · 1 yr 6 mos
Communications Consultant · Glass Tower CommunicationsAug 2019 – Dec 2019 · 5 mos

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