Announcer Operator; On-Site Job Kuujjuaq Province de Québec Canada,Creative Arts/Media

Position: Announcer Operator (On-Site)
Location: Kuujjuaq

Position Title:

Announcer Operator (On-Site)

Status of Employment:

Permanent

Position Language Requirement:

English, Inuktitut

Language

Skills:

English (First Official Language), English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing), Inuktitut (Reading), Inuktitut (Speaking), Inuktitut (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:

:59 PM

This role requires full time on site presence.

CBC North in Kuujjuaq is looking for an Announcer/Operator. Reporting to the Managing Editor, the Announcer/Operator is responsible for finding, researching, preparing and presenting interviews, packaged items, continuity and news stories, and hosting and operating radio programs in Inuktitut and English. The work will include preparing Inuktitut versions of program material for use on radio and television programs.

Function:

Performs a variety of tasks associated with the preparation, production and presentation of programs and program material – for example, announcing, hosting, versioning between English and Inuktitut, writing and operating production equipment. Work is governed by CBC program and journalistic policies and practices but is performed in the unique broadcasting environment of the community station where limited resources dictate the need for versatility, cooperation and teamwork.

Activities generally conform to predetermined formats but there is latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Work can involve coordination of the work of others.

Key Tasks:

Plans and organizes, or participates in the planning and organizing of programs or program segments, ensures the preparation of material for broadcast and, where a Producer is not assigned, assumes production responsibility

Proposes program ideas, suggests and lines up guests or interviewees, prepares background notes and questions, and conducts interviews on or off air

Writes material for broadcast

Develops and maintains contacts with a variety of sources

Gathers and reports information from various sources

Evaluates information gathered, organizes it and presents it on air in a coherent and understandable form

Edits program material

Interacts with program participants such as guests, interviewees, panelists and/or members of the audience. Uses interviewing skills to elicit pertinent facts and information

Provides narration and linking continuity between program segments

Describes actualities such as music programs, parades and sporting or other special events

Reads newscasts, news bulletins, weather forecasts and other survival information

Ensures the proper operating condition of equipment by making the necessary checks

Ensures that program audio mixes achieve optimum results

In case of technical failure, makes emergency substitutions or repairs to maintain clear and continuous service; ensures appropriate follow-up

As required, performs the following tasks:

participate in community relations activities to promote the CBC;

direct a program or program segment in studio or at a remote location;

maintain an appropriate level of communication with members of the audience;

archive programs and program scripts and lineups;

perform incidental technical functions necessary to ensure the smooth and continuous functioning of the station.

The successful candidate will have:

A minimum of a high school education or an acceptable combination of education and work experience. Previous on-air experience in radio or television would be an asset

Excellent on-air presentation skills

Excellent Inuktitut skills

Good writing, and interviewing skills

A critical thinker with strong editorial judgment

A strong understanding of Inuit and northern issues

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