Reporter​/Editor; Talent Community); English Services); On-call

Position: Reporter/Editor (Talent Community) (English Services) (On-call)
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.

Position Title
Temporary Short-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement
English

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.

Please note:

This opening is for our applicant bank and future opportunities.

Your role
CBC is looking for experienced and dynamic reporters to join us. In this on-call role you will have the opportunity to experience a variety of shifts ranging from early mornings to late nights and weekends and everything in between. If you are passionate about telling stories in local communities, come and join us.

In this role, you will research, gather, package and present stories for audiences on all platforms for CBC News and/or for regional CBC News programs and current affairs. You could be responsible for reporting for all platforms, including both live and taped storytelling. Some days you could be working with a videographer or another CBC colleague. On other days, you’ll be gathering on your own.

You’ll operate independently under the direction of a (producer, senior producer, EP). You’re a self-starter and you’re joining a team where collaboration and communication are essential within your local team and with colleagues across CBC.

You are committed to our audiences and understand the importance of reaching new audiences through your story pitches, the people you choose to interview, and the techniques you use to present stories.

You understand the diverse and changing population across regions and the importance of reflecting underrepresented communities and equity‑deserving groups in our content.

You care about the people you work with and live and promote an inclusive and respectful work culture and have a deep appreciation for different perspectives, opinions and experiences.

You will ensure that all CBC journalistic standards are met, while providing fair, balanced, accurate, thoughtful and immediate coverage to the communities we serve.

These are on-call roles, and you will be working a variety of shifts that could include early mornings, evenings or weekends. While we are looking for experienced journalists, we will set you up for success by providing training on CBC policies, workflows, and tools.

Core Responsibilities

Pitch, and provide research for each story.

Analyze facts and information, distilling information under tight deadlines and across multiple platforms.

Find relevant people to interview and maintain a pool of sources/contacts, including sources from underserved communities.

Write and produce content for all platforms enhanced with visuals, interactive elements and graphics.

Provide ideas or content for programming across all platforms.

Present content on‑air in a live environment or on tape.

Upload content to a variety of systems, adhering to appropriate naming conventions and tagging principles.

Stay informed on current affairs and how it affects the (local) community.

Respond quickly to breaking news.

What You Bring To

The Role

As proven in your attached demo reel; portfolio or website

Ability to generate, pitch and pursue strong, original stories

Track record of connecting with local communities

Demonstrated professional experience using various news platforms, including digital, social, radio and television

Experience in gathering and editing visual…