National Reporter, Assigned as Foreign Correspondent in Los Angeles; French Services); On Site

Position Title

National Reporter, Assigned as Foreign Correspondent in Los Angeles (French Services) (On Site)

Permanent

English, French

English (Reading - C
- Advanced), English (Speaking - C
- Advanced), English (Writing - C
- Advanced), French (Reading - C
- Advanced), French (Speaking - C
- Advanced), French (Writing - C
- Advanced)

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.

• Cover U.S. current events and social affairs for Radio-Canada News across TV, radio and digital platforms.
• Produce original reports, interviews, on-air analysis and digital content for Radio-Canada newscasts, TV and radio current affairs programming, and digital platforms.
• Pitch compelling story ideas tailored to Canadian audiences across politics, economics, culture, sports, emerging technology and social/digital trends.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  Seven (7) years’ journalism experience or equivalent.

• Deep interest in American politics and society.
• Passion for current trends and issues in emerging digital tech.
• Willingness and availability to travel frequently across the western United States.
• Working knowledge of Spanish is an asset.
• Prior foreign reporting experience is an asset.

• Proven ability to conduct incisive interviews and adapt reporting across digital, TV and radio platforms.
• Strong command of broadcast and digital storytelling formats (both short- and long-form).
• Exceptional written communication skills.
• Fluent bilingualism in English and French.
• High degree of independence and initiative.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex topics clearly and concisely.
• Experience writing for digital platforms is an asset.
• Ability to thrive under pressure.
• Adaptability and tact.
  
  Strong writing and storytelling skills on TV, radio and digital platforms.
• Strong understanding of production and broadcasting workflows.
• Solid knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices.
• Valid driver’s licence.

• Monitor breaking news and current events across a diverse range of sources.
• Build and maintain a strong network of local contacts and sources.
• Attend story meetings. Pitch and be assigned story ideas.
• Collaborate on planning and producing coverage of major issues and events of national interest for national broadcasts, specials and newscasts.
• Research, gather and fact-check complex stories of national interest, tracking key issues as they unfold.
  
  Develop story plans. Conduct interviews and assess their relevance. Co-ordinate field production for television as needed. Gather audio recordings for radio.
• Review audio and visual elements. Select or suggest the most impactful clips. Provide data and context for graphic illustrations in your reports.
• Pitch story angles. Write and narrate scripts.
• Suggest an intro. Write various copy stories in the style appropriate for the platform.
• Submit all story components for editorial approval.
• Supervise editing as required. For television news, isolate and assemble audio/video clips. Perform rough editing for radio and, if necessary, oversee the mixing process.
• Prepare live stand-ups. Propose questions and clips, and suggest their order.
• Deliver your reports, interviews and analysis segments on air.
• Oversee your reporting team in the field as needed.
• Alert the newsroom immediately to any breaking news or special coverage opportunities.
• Ensure the availability of the resources required to produce your reports (studio, booths, technician, etc.).
• Drive a…