Video Journalist

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.

Are you passionate about storytelling and local news? Do you have the skills required for working in a modern, multi-platform, continuous news operation, with an aptitude and desire to learn more? Are you a creative, solution-oriented thinker? Do you have the courage to find new ways to tell the story, no matter the platform? Then CityNews is looking for you. We have an opening for a next level full time video journalist position on the dynamic CityNews Montreal team.

Responsibilities:

• Pitches fresh, original stories
• Shoots, edits, reports and presents news stories on all platforms - including continuous posting to website, X, Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms, throughout the shift to engage audience
• Organizes material and writes engaging, relevant and concise news stories under tight deadlines according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Presents scripted and unscripted coverage live on-air and on other media platforms from remote locations and/or in-studio environment - including LIVE on social media platforms
• Generates compelling story ideas and knowledgeable contacts and responds to breaking news situations quickly and accurately
• Generates compelling multi-media content
• Posts to digital throughout the day and writes articles for web content
• Be fluent in social media trends with personal accounts and the knowledge to use it to generate stories and ideas

Qualifications:

• Proven experience generating powerful, credible original content
• Proven experience operating a video camera and editing to deadlines
• Relevant degree / diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution
• A person who relentlessly pursues a story beyond the headline
• A person who’s not afraid to push for answers
• A person who truly understands multi-platform coverage and doesn’t feel bound by the confines of a typical Television reporter package
• A person who won’t let a dead end stop them from producing a compelling story
• Excellent knowledge of the cultural and political landscape of the city
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work well in a team environment
• Must be able to multi-task, deliver great content under tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to be flexible in a changing work environment
• Ability to consistently generate original content ideas
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends
• On air experience and live presentation experience
• Bilingual (French and English) to collaborate with colleagues on a national scale.

​To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: 12 Months
Work Location: 1200, avenue McGill College (179), Montreal, QC
Travel Requirements: Up to 75%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & On-Air Talent
Requisition ID: 323790