Producer, Igalaaq; English Services; On Site

Position Title

Producer, Igalaaq (English Services) (On Site)

Permanent

101-350 Queen Elizabeth Way, Iqaluit, Nunavut, X0A 2H0

Full time

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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.

As an experienced Producer you will participate in developing editorial and technological innovation, creative storytelling and finding great guests for the show. You will have a demonstrated understanding of visual storytelling trends and the evolving expectations of the audience. Reporting to the Executive Producer, you are solid editorially with clear news instincts and appetite for daily journalism. You have a sophisticated understanding of visual storytelling formats and can help the team deliver a compelling, must-watch show and encourage great video content that travels.

You are a producer who’s focused on the audience and what they need. You know how to engage new, more diverse and younger audiences familiar with digital and social media conventions and story-telling. You will work closely with our assignment producers to ensure Nunavummiut are kept up to date and informed on relevant, local stories. You will also work closely with the Digital and Radio Current Affairs producers to ensure sharing of story ideas and content.

You have a strong understanding of Nunavut, Nunavik and Inuit culture. Ideally, you are fluent in English and Inuktitut. You will help determine appropriate story treatments to support a nimble, fast-paced, “need to know now” evening news television program.

• University degree or equivalent.
• Minimum five years recent experience in a daily news environment.
• Strong journalistic skills.
• Strong visual storytelling experience.
• Demonstrated ability of video innovation.
• Excellent broadcast writing skills.
• Ability to adapt to ongoing technical demands such as desktop editing, assisting with daily lineup, using graphics for story treatments and a sound knowledge of field gathering tools and application.
• Strong understanding of demonstrative live storytelling techniques.
• Ability to incorporate breaking news into a live broadcast.
• Strong vetting ability.
• Ability to balance the big picture creative thinking with the “daily grind” of producing a daily television program. This is a very hands-on position.
• Ability to assign, manage and motivate staff, coordinate with other departments in a productive manner, and mediate disputes as they arise.
• High-level knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to journalism.
• Deep knowledge of and connection to the equity-seeking communities in Nunavut/Nunavik.
• Excellent general knowledge about Nunavut/Nunavik provincial and civic politics, demographics, geography, and current issues.
• Experience and proven ability to tell news stories in compelling and innovative ways.
• Ability to manage large volumes of fast-moving information.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong team player.

• A mandatory Criminal record check.
• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

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