Early morning Producer, Director, Early Edition; English Services; On-Site

Early morning Producer, Director, The Early Edition (English Services) (On‑Site)

Employment Status:
Permanent
Position Language:
English
Language

Skills:

English (Reading - P
- Professional), English (Speaking - P
- Professional), English (Writing - P
- Professional)

© CBC News Vancouver is looking for a Producer assigned to Direct Vancouver’s number one radio and streaming program, The Early Edition and the podcast This is Vancouver. The role requires strong news judgement, live directing, video and audio production, writing and desktop editing, and the ability to work flexible early‑morning hours.

• Direct live morning radio and streaming program, The Early Edition
• Work with the morning teams to respond quickly to breaking news events as they unfold.
• Maintain high standards for journalism by vetting others’ work to ensure accuracy, fairness and balance in accordance with CBC Journalistic Standards and Practices.
• Produce two to three weekly episodes of the podcast This is Vancouver.
• Assign stories to associate producers and oversee the early morning team.
• Pitch, research, gather and produce original story ideas for audio, video and social media programming that engage and inform the audience and elevate diverse voices.
• Collaborate with teams to lead and deliver live and developing coverage on multiple platforms.
• Cultivate and develop working relationships with a large pool of contacts and community members.
• Lead colleagues across CBC to develop and break stories, plan and produce features, and coordinate long‑term coverage.
• Develop background, introduction and line of questioning, conduct or arrange research, and brief hosts.
• Maintain contact files.
• Assign and create content for digital social platforms as required.
• Participate in evaluation of all production aspects.
• Adhere to journalistic standards and practices to achieve CBC’s high quality standards.

• Demonstrated experience working in a fast‑paced daily news environment.
• Five years of comparable and relevant experience that demonstrates industry knowledge (preferred).
• Ability to lead complex teams and work independently with superior problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to generate, pitch and pursue strong, original stories that meet audience needs.
• Proven track record of connecting with local communities.
• Superior writing skills across platforms, and experience in gathering, editing and packaging audio and video.
• Ability to present stories live on‑air, from within the studio and out in the field.
• Ability to assign teams and manage media assets.
• Knowledge of emerging storytelling formats and willingness to embrace change across CBC platforms.
• Community connections and deep understanding of diversity in Metro Vancouver.
• Familiarity and proven connections with Black, Indigenous and People of Colour communities, people living with a disability, and other under‑represented communities in British Columbia and Canada.
• Passion for Metro Vancouver area and B.C. stories and issues.
• Strong work ethic, communication skills, and a positive, team‑first attitude.
• Strong desire to live and promote values of diversity and an inclusive workplace.
• University degree in journalism or equivalent with minimum three years of recent, related experience.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as required.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Mandatory Criminal record check.
• Other checks may be conducted based on operational requirements.

CBC/Radio‑Canada is committed to reflecting Canada’s diversity by nurturing an inclusive workplace where individual differences are recognized and valued. 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

Primary

Location:

700 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 4A2

Number of Openings: 1

Work Schedule:

Full time