Assistant editor Jobs in Ottawa, ON

Position Title :

Digital Reporter-Editor (French Services)

Status of Employment :

Contractee Long-Term (Durée déterminée)

Position Language Requirement :

English French

Language Skills :

English (Reading - B - Intermediate) English (Speaking - B - Intermediate) English (Writing - B - Intermediate) French (Reading) French (Speaking) French (Writing)

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 : : 59 PM

Your role

Under the responsibility of a Senior Editor you will be responsible for covering general news in the Ottawa and Gatineau region.

You have lots of ideas on how to tell stories in an original way. You know how to write edit and format digital news content and you enjoy feeling the pressure that comes with covering breaking news.

You have a good knowledge of the National Capital Region you are sensitive to the issues that affect people you understand the socio-economic dynamics of both sides of the Ottawa River and you understand the importance of the public service in the region.

You like working collaboratively and innovating and you have an interest in producing content intended for other Radio-Canada platforms.

The work is governed by Radio-Canadas journalism and programming policies standards and practices.

This is a replacement position lasting more than six (6) months with the possibility of extension.

Please note that this reporter position is a full-time on-site role from Monday to Friday from 12 : 15 P.M. to 9 : 00 P.M.

Your responsibilities :

Quickly write texts for breaking news for digital and organize online news content.

Take care of the layout of our digital stories with the best photos headlines and leads as well as links and other multimedia content.

Have a good knowledge of different digital formats and best practices.

Suggest original story ideas and produce them for digital services and news.

Do interviews to feed web production write texts and cut clips for radio.

Use content from other SRC / CBC platforms for digital services : write and format stories with striking headlines photos videos audio and illustrations using the latest information and metrics audience.

Prepare news stories simulated live stand-up for the radio (occasionally).

We are looking for a candidate with the following :

University education (or the equivalent) in journalism communications or a related field

Three (3) years directly related experience that includes proven ability in the field as well as knowledge of TV / radio broadcasting and Radio-Canadas various platforms

Relevant experience putting together and delivering reports and live hits

Strong interviewing writing and storytelling skills

Knowledge of digital media and social media ability and willingness to innovate and explore new ways of doing things

Knowledge of CBC / Radio-Canadas mandate and its Journalistic Standards and Practices

Knowledge of Eastern Ontario and Outaouais social political cultural and economic life

Familiarity with general regional provincial and national current affairs

Superior French-language skills (spoken and written) and intermediate knowledge of English (spoken oral and written) (BBB)

Valid drivers licence

Knowledge of production applications (e.g. iNEWS Dalet MediaCentral) in use at CBC / Radio-Canada is an asset

Solid news sense editorial judgment and decision-making skills

Very high aptitude for learning new technologies

Resourceful and self-starter

Interpersonal communication and teamwork skills

Ability to plan organize and coordinate your day-to-day work so as to meet tight deadlines; ability to work well under pressure

Creative enterprising and inquisitive approach to fact- and news-gathering

Willingness to travel and work flexible hours

The work takes place on site but the person chosen must also be able to produce content directly on the field

Open to feedback keen interest in digital desk work

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 : Work Schedule :

Full time

Key Skills

General Services,API,Health & Safety,HSEQ,Accident Investigation,Customer Relationship

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1