Reporter-Editor (On-Call) (French Services)

Position Title:

Status of Employment:

Temporary Short-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement:

English, French

Language Skills:

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. 

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2024-10-25 11:59 PM

The opportunity

At Radio-Canada Toronto, we are constantly looking for new talent to fill our temporary positions. We are currently seeking reporters for our newsroom.

Please note that these are on-call positions and you may be required to work early morning, late evening, or weekend shifts.

Your role:

Do you have ambition, initiative, and a strong sense of teamwork? Are you passionate about current events, talented in investigative journalism, and eager to uncover issues that matter to your audience?

You must possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to identify impactful stories. You will be expected to cover daily news for our digital, radio, and television platforms. You understand the diversity of Toronto and the importance of representing all communities in our content.

Key responsibilities:

• Propose original topics, conduct research, write and produce reports for digital, radio, and television programming that will engage and inform audiences, strengthen our community connections, and showcase a wide range of perspectives.
• Present information on air in various formats.
• Prepare and write scripts, transitions, and headlines.
• Regularly produce exclusive content based on investigative journalism.
• Condense large amounts of complex information while adhering to tight deadlines.
• Build and maintain working relationships with a wide range of sources and contacts.

Your profile:

• Excellent knowledge of Toronto and Ontario-related issues
• Strong general knowledge and awareness of current events
• Knowledge of the broadcasting industry
• Ability to identify, propose, and implement strong and original story ideas
• Strong editorial judgment, well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate daily work to meet tight deadlines; capable of working under pressure
• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to the general public across all platforms
• Willingness to embody and promote the values of a respectful culture focused on diversity and inclusion
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong teamwork spirit
• Initiative and resourcefulness
• Ability to work both in a team and remotely
• Bilingualism (French/English) required
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets CBC/Radio-Canada’s minimum insurance requirements
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends
• University degree in journalism or equivalent, and at least three (3) years of recent and relevant experience in a multiplatform newsroom

At Radio-Canada, we know that acquiring skills happens differently for everyone. We value the diversity of ideas and experiences, and we’d love to hear from you! By combining practical journalism experience, intelligence, natural curiosity, a passion for learning, and a team-oriented approach, you can develop the best skill set. If you believe you meet most of the criteria we are looking for and are excited about contributing to the rich culture at CBC/Radio-Canada, take a chance and apply today!

Please include any additional documents or links to your portfolio, website, video, or audio samples in your cover letter.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to [email protected].

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:

Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7

Work Schedule:

Full time

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