Reporter-Editor Job Halifax area,Nova Scotia Canada,Creative Arts/Media

Position: Reporter-Editor, Contract

Reporter-Editor

Full-time (10-month contract)

CP Atlantic bureau

Description of Role

Are you a creative self-starter full of ideas? Able to juggle breaking news with longer pieces that delve into meaning and implication?

The successful applicant will work primarily covering breaking news and features in the Halifax bureau of The Canadian Press.

We are looking for an excellent writer who can break news, help set the agenda, define trends, and see the big picture.

The ideal candidate also has impeccable journalistic judgment and the ability to report with speed and accuracy. Experience in producing audio and video clips will be considered an asset.

This position requires presence in the office and the ability to travel to pursue assignments in the Atlantic Canada region.

Responsibilities:

Write, edit and gather multimedia content for CP’s various services (print, digital, broadcast and video) from CP’s Halifax office.

Report breaking news with speed and rock-solid accuracy

Monitor news outlets, social media and other sources to stay on top of news across Atlantic Canada

Aggressively uncover news from a variety of sources

Skills and Experience

Required:

At least three years experience in a newsroom

Experience using different platforms, relying heavily on video, multimedia and broadcast

Strong news judgment and commitment to accuracy and fairness

Must be a self-starter who can work both independently and within a team

Ability to identify solid news story ideas of interest to a national audience

Ability to both report and edit independently

Ability to work under tight deadline pressures

Exceptional ability to track down information by phone or online

Excellent oral and written communication skills

A track record of featuring a diversity of voices in reporting

Proven ability to use social media as an effective newsgathering tool

Ability to speak French would be an asset

Weekend shift work and occasional travel required

This position reports to the Quebec-Atlantic bureau chief at The Canadian Press.

If you are interested and meet the qualification requirements, please apply by July 20, 2026, and include the following:

A cover letter

Your resumé

Up to five samples of your work in news

Hiring Range: The base salary for this role ranges from $55, to $89, per year. Placement within this range depends on a candidate's level of experience, technical skills and alignment with the role requirements.

AI Disclosure: No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, access, or select applicants for this position. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Committed to diversity, equity and inclusion

The Canadian Press is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment and support the goals of employment equity. We respect all diverse groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities and people with disabilities.

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Reporter-rédacteur (trice)

temps plein (contrat de dix mois)

bureau de l’Atlantique de la PC

Description de tâche

Vous êtes une personne créative, pleine d'idées et capable de jongler avec les nouvelles de dernière heure et les reportages de fond analysant le sens et les implications des événements?

La personne retenue travaillera principalement à la couverture des nouvelles de dernière heure et à la rédaction de documentaires au bureau de Halifax de La Presse Canadienne.

Nous recherchons quelqu’un qui possède d’excellentes aptitudes de rédaction et qui peut traiter l'actualité, contribuer à définir les priorités, identifier les tendances et avoir une vision globale.

Le ou la candidate idéale sera aussi doté(e) d’un jugement journalistique impeccable et de l’habileté de rapporter l’information avec rapidité et exactitude. L’expérience en production de clips audio et vidéo sera considérée comme un atout.

Ce poste nécessite une présence au bureau et la capacité de se déplacer pour remplir des affectations dans la région de l'Atlantique canadien.

Responsabilités:

Travailler à partir de la salle de rédaction de la PC à Halifax et rédiger, réviser et rassembler du contenu multimédia pour les différents services de la PC (écrit,…