Video Journalist, Punjabi (One-Year Contract)

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us.

With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment.

At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

If you speak Punjabi fluently and have a passion for news, OMNI wants to meet you. We are looking for a talented Vancouver-based Video Journalist who will deliver stories that resonate with Canada’s Punjabi community.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in journalism and a passion for storytelling. This is a one-year contract position.

What you will do

Find original stories that reflect and resonate with the Punjabi community in Canada

Shoot, edit, report and present news impacting the Punjabi community

Present scripted and unscripted coverage, live and recorded, from in-studio and remote locations

Organize material and write engaging, relevant and concise news stories under tight deadlines according to prescribed editorial style and format standards

Collaborate with a diverse team of innovative journalists at OMNI and Rogers Sports and Media

Create content for special programming including mini-series and documentaries

Liaise with regional and national assignment desks to work through story assignments

Work independently in the field

Build a strong network of contacts within the community

Other duties as assigned

What you will bring

Speak, read and write fluently in Punjabi and English

Proven experience operating a video camera and editing

Adaptability, creativity and a willingness to think outside the box

Attention to detail and multitasking

Passion to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Fluent in the digital news space with an ability to identify trending stories on social media

Experience with live news and field production are assets

A broadcast journalism diploma or equivalent experience

A team-focused attitude

Schedule : Full time

Shift : Weekend

Length of Contract : 12 Months

Work Location : 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC

Travel Requirements : Up to 25%

Posting Category / Function : Broadcasting & News

Requisition ID : 288571

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