Producer, Front Burner, English Services; On-site

Position: Producer, Front Burner, English Services, (On-site)
Position Title:

Producer, Front Burner, English Services, (On-site)
Status of Employment:

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)
Position Language Requirement:

English Language

Skills:

English (Reading - C
- Advanced), English (Speaking - C
- Advanced), English (Writing - C
- Advanced)
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 PMCBC’s flagship daily news podcast Front Burner has an exciting opportunity for an innovative producer. Front Burner holds the enviable position of being the country's most listened to Canadian news podcast reaching new, younger and diverse audiences. Hosted by award-winning investigative journalist Jayme Poisson, Front Burner explores the big stories of the day with curiosity and an open mind.

The successful candidate is an editorial leader who brings a creative flair to storytelling, innovatively working with sound to create memorable moments for the audience. They are definitely a self-starter, with a proven journalistic track record of working to tight deadlines that might seem impossible to others. They live and breathe podcasts and have a wide-ranging knowledge of domestic and international news as well as arts and culture and how to frame it to make it relevant to the lives of contemporary Canadians.

The ideal candidate will bring a distinctive life experience, perspective or expertise to the team that will enrich Front Burner’s content. They have a deep understanding and appreciation of diversity of perspective, opinion and experience. They must also have a clear understanding of CBC News Journalistic Standards and Practices.

This is a temporary part-time position (3 days/week) until April 2027.This position can be based anywhere near a CBC Location Key Tasks:

Conceives and develops program ideas and concepts

Develops the program content including assigning, researching, gathering, writing and/or editing

Supervise the work of others who contribute to the program or segment being overseen by the Producer Selects, vets, re-writes and/or edits copy or text written by others

Directs talent, sound and/or image

Edits and mixes, or directs the editing and mixing of audio and/or visual elements

Plans, organizes, coordinates and determines the style, pace, tempo, line-up and format of the program or the components and/or segments of a program, or programs

Exercises editorial responsibility as delegated by Management Evaluates all facets of a production including the performance of the program and production team and freelance contributors

Participates in the preparation of program objectives

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

University degree or equivalent

Minimum of five years of experience in a journalistic setting

Experience pitching and producing stories and translating those ideas into on-air segments

Deep knowledge of the Canadian and international news landscape

Experience producing podcasts

Ability to use a variety of software tools including content management systems and Dalet or similar audio editing software

Track record of creativity and innovation with a strong attention to detail

Proven chase skills

Demonstrated expertise in writing and vetting for broadcast and writing of host scripts - and an ability to capture a conversational tone Demonstrated ability to use tape creatively - and write to it with flair

Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize

Demonstrated ability to produce content that can work on multiple platforms

Embraces change and experimentation

Independent, self-motivated combined with the ability to work well in a team environment

Ability to work effectively in a high pressure environment and under tight, daily deadlines

Must be able to solve problems quickly, independently and in-group discussionsA team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Lives and promotes the values of an inclusive and respectful work culture

Strong knowledge and understanding of, and/or connection to underrepresented communities across Canada Demonstrates a deep understanding and appreciation of the different cultures, opinions and experiences that make up contemporary Canada (new, diverse, younger audience)
Elevates diverse perspectives, ideas and differing points of view Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with CBC Journalistic Standards and Practices Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns and methods

Must be available to work on weekends as well as long days and late nights

Candidates may be subject to skills and…