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CBC/Radio-Canada Web Reporter/Editor (On Site) (French Services) in Ottawa, Ontario
Position Title:
Web Reporter/Editor (On Site) (French Services)
Status of Employment:
Permanent
Position Language Requirement:
English, French
Language Skills:
English (Reading - B - Intermediate), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing)
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:
2024-05-09 11:59 PM
Your role
Under the responsibility of a senior editor, you will be responsible for covering general news in the Ottawa and Gatineau region.
You have lots of ideas on how to tell stories in an original way. You know how to write, edit and format digital news content, and you enjoy feeling the pressure that comes with covering breaking news.
You have a good knowledge of the National Capital Region, you are sensitive to the issues that affect people, you understand the socio-economic dynamics of both sides of the Ottawa River and you understand the importance of the public service in the region.
You like working collaboratively and innovating, and you have an interest in producing content intended for other Radio-Canada platforms.
The work is governed by Radio-Canada's journalism and programming policies, standards and practices.
Please note that this position is full-time Monday to Friday on site on a regular schedule from 12:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The chosen person may be required to work overtime and the schedule may be subject to change depending on operational needs.
Your responsibilities:
Quickly write texts for breaking news for digital, and organize online news content.
Take care of the layout of our digital stories with the best photos, headlines and leads, as well as links and other multimedia content.
Have a good knowledge of different digital formats and best practices.
Suggest original story ideas and produce them for digital services and news.
Do interviews to feed web production, write texts and cut clips for radio.
Use content from other CBC/Radio-Canada platforms for digital services: write and format stories with striking headlines, photos, videos, audio and illustrations, using the latest information and metrics audience.
We are looking for a candidate with the following:
University education (or the equivalent) in journalism, communications or a related field
Three (3) years’ directly related experience that includes proven ability in the field, as well as knowledge of TV/radio broadcasting and Radio-Canada’s various platforms
Relevant experience putting together and delivering reports and live hits
Strong interviewing, writing and storytelling skills
Knowledge of digital media and social media, ability, and willingness to innovate and explore new ways of doing things
Knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canada’s mandate and its Journalistic Standards and Practices
Knowledge of Eastern Ontario and Outaouais social, political, cultural, and economic life
Familiarity with general regional, provincial and national current affairs
Superior French-language skills (spoken and written) and intermediate knowledge of English (reading, spoken and written) (BBB)
Valid driver’s licence
Knowledge of production applications (e.g., iNEWS, Dalet, MediaCentral) in use at CBC/Radio-Canada an asset
Solid news sense, editorial judgment, and decision-making skills
Very high aptitude for learning new technologies
Resourceful and self-starter
Interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate your day-to-day work so as to meet tight deadlines; ability to work well under pressure
Creative, enterprising and inquisitive approach to fact- and news-gathering
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours
The work takes place on site, but the chosen person must also be able to produce content directly in the field
Open to feedback, keen interest in digital desk work
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 (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/working-with-us/jobs/diversity-inclusion-cbc-rc) 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 recruitment@cbc.ca .
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/vision/governance/corporate-policies/values-ethics/conduct) . 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 (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/vision/governance/corporate-policies/human-resources/conflicts) . 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:
181 Queen Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 1K9
Number of Openings:
1
Work Schedule:
Full time
At CBC/Radio-Canada (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en) , 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.