Digital Journalist - Global News

Digital Journalist - Global News Edmonton

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Posted Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Friday, January 2, 2026 at 4:59 AM

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Division:Global News Edmonton
Work Status: Full-Time
Location: Edmonton, AB (On-site)

About the Role:
Global Edmonton is seeking a full-time Digital Journalist to join its team. Reporting to the Managing Editor, the successful candidate would be responsible for gathering and delivering news primarily for TV, but also for radio and web when requested. This role involves working a variety of shifts including early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is Group H position under the current collective agreement.

You will contribute by:

• Researching and developing original and enterprising story ideas; actively participating in the assignment process and meetings.
• Shooting, writing, editing, reporting, posting, and promoting stories for multiple daily newscasts for TV, radio, and online.
• Reporting on-location for live TV broadcasts or stand-ups.
• Displaying creativity in the use of graphics and other visual elements.
• Writing and recording radio voicers and delivering live debriefs on talk radio.
• Being a strong advocate, model and mentor for digital journalism and a digital-first workflow.
• Establishing and maintaining a network of sources and news contacts.
• Participating in Global Edmonton promotional and community initiatives.
• Performing other duties as required.

Skills and experience you will bring:

• Post-secondary education (or equivalent experience) in broadcast journalism or a related field.
• Minimum two years of on-air reporting experience with a record of strong news judgment and creative storytelling.
• Adept writer for broadcast, online and social media with online and traditional research skills.
• Proven on-air presentation, including live remotes and unscripted material.
• Camera shooting and video editing experience.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Passionate about journalism, local news, and visual storytelling.
• Familiarity with Canadian Press style, Word Press, Grass Valley, and Edius would be considered assets.
• An effective communicator with a positive outlook and vision for the future.
• Highly motivated, innovative, and able to make quick and effective decisions under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willing and able to adapt to rapidly changing technology and workflows.
• Flexible multi-tasker with a positive, can-do attitude.

To Apply:

• Please submit your resume with a link to your demo.

Final date to receive applications: January 1, 2026

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