Video OperatorEditor (French Services) (On Site)

Position Title:

Video Operator/Editor (French Services) (On Site)

Status of Employment:

Permanent

Position Language Requirement:

English French

Language Skills:

English (Reading - C - Advanced) English (Speaking - C - Advanced) English (Writing - B - Intermediate) French (Reading - C - Advanced) French (Speaking - C - Advanced) French (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:

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Your Assignment

Radio-Canada is looking for a Video Operator/Editor for our Ottawa-Gatineau station for the CBC Parliamentary Bureau.

The selected candidate will perform the duties of a production specialist contributing creativity to programming by innovating to produce distinctive visual effects within the scope and time constraints of the show. The role requires strong photography skills significant content contribution and bilingualism (English-French).

Work is generally carried out according to CBC/Radio-Canada or industry-accepted standards but there is some flexibility for independent judgment decision-making and initiative within established procedures. Tasks are performed under the direction of the program manager or other employees but the candidate must be able to work without immediate supervision.

Work is usually carried out within the established formats of the program often under high-pressure conditions.

Main Activities:

• Participate in all stages of planning production and styling for programs.
• Edit news programs and reports.
• Create and add new visual elements.
• Create edit and mix new audio components.
• Regularly enhance images texts and fonts by selecting and applying visual effects from software or hardware tools.
• Prepare adjust and set up field cameras to ensure optimal visual and technical quality under given circumstances.
• Light the subject or scene compose shots and record broadcast material using shoulder-mounted cameras. Ensure visual and audio elements meet technical and aesthetic standards for editing.
• Produce all recorded elements including shot lists.

As needed the candidate may also:

• Ask prepared questions to filmed individuals.
• Prepare documentation for foreign assignments.
• Perform tasks associated with equivalent or lower-level positions.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance on the field.

In a supporting role for programming you will understand client needs design and implement creative solutions. You anticipate technological trends and help position us as pioneers in broadcasting ensuring we deliver programming to our audience conveniently.

This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Your Profile:

• A college diploma in television arts or equivalent industry experience.
• Excellent technical knowledge and understanding of daily television production methods.
• At least three (3) years of specialized experience in news and field broadcasting.
• Bilingualism (English and French) required.
• A valid drivers license.
• Knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canada Journalistic Standards and Practices.
• A valid passport and availability for travel within Canada and internationally including to high-risk regions such as war or insurrection zones.
• Excellent knowledge of the following camera models: Sony PDW-750 Sony A7siii A7Riv A6600 Sony FX6 Sony FX9 GoPro.
• Experience with two-way radios duplex kits Dejero LiveU Teradek and voice recording devices.
• Studio and multi-camera live environment experience as a cameraman.
• Ability to edit recorded elements using appropriate editing systems. Proficiency with Avid Media Composer; After Effects and Adobe Premiere knowledge is an asset.
• Understanding of image composition and single-camera lighting.
• Experience with live television and daily news production.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.
• Leadership skills and the ability to assemble a report with minimal supervision while ensuring precision quality and originality.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian politics.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity in problem-solving and strong initiative.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules and availability for unexpected and frequent overtime including weekends.
• Familiarity with the daily operations of the CBC/Radio-Canada production center in Ottawa (an asset).
• Knowledge of IT and new technologies (FTP RCNG iPhone Google Environment etc.) is an asset.
• Experience with social media publishing is an asset.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:

• A mandatory Criminal record check.

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our countrys diversity. Thats because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. Thats why we as an employer value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canadas public broadcaster. 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 .

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of the event that you become an employee it will be important to inform us as quickly as possible of any situation that because of your hiring constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:

181 Queen Street Ottawa Ontario K1P 1K9

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1