Copy editor Jobs in Laval, QC

Position Title :

Lineup Editor Regional (Copy Editor) (English Services)

Status of Employment :

Permanent

Position Language Requirement :

English

Language Skills :

English (First Official Language), English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (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 :

2024-07-02 11 : 59 PM

CBC Montreal is looking for a Regional Copy Editor. This is a Full-time permanent position.

Your role :

We break stories at CBC News. Our focus is on original journalism, finding the angles that matter to our audience, and telling stories that are rooted in our English-speaking communities in Montreal and across the province.

We are fast and accurate with breaking and developing news. Our digital news is the best in the city and the province.

In accordance with the Corporation’s Journalistic Standards and Practices, as the weekday digital copy editor, you will ensure the accurate and efficient delivery of news and features to CBC’s digital, social, and video news platforms

CBC Montreal is looking for an experienced copy editor to join our digital team. The successful candidate will be an accomplished journalist and an excellent news editor with a sharp eye for a range of stories that connect with readers here and across the country. We’re seeking a critical thinker who is capable of working collaboratively as part of the broad newsroom team.

You have attention to detail and high quality standards. You write sharp headlines and engage digital news copy. You are proficient in leveraging visual storytelling tools and techniques, and adapting to evolving technologies. You think about the audience's needs when preparing a story for publishing. You bring to the role experience and knowledge of digital news, visual storytelling, social media strategies, copy editing, metrics, and new story treatments. You will work closely with our journalists and producers in TV and radio, and play a key role in the digital rollout of editorial projects including community initiatives.You will track our results and share our daily successes with the CBC team

For reference purposes, this position is from 12 : 00 -8 : 00 PM Monday to Friday but may be modified and is dependent on production needs.

As a colleague and editorial leader, you care about the people you work with and have a deep appreciation for different perspectives, opinions and experiences. You live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.

Job Responsibilities :

Copy edit and package digital content

Attend story meetings for daily and special-event coverage.

Assign writers, both from inside CBC and from the community

Work with reporters, writers and producers to develop story structure, packaging and vet reporters’ work prior to publishing on digital platforms and Social Media. Request changes, if - necessary.

Providing feedback to teammates

Collaborate on the creation of social media content.

Do interviews and write stories

Maintain a network of contacts.

Monitor and share metrics to ensure content is aligned with CBC strategic and community goals.

Complete contracts and related administration.

We are looking for a candidate with the following :

A) Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent

Five (5) years’ journalism degree or the equivalent

B) Skills :

Extensive general knowledge

In-depth knowledge of current events and news across the province

Connection to and understanding of Quebec’s diverse and underrepresented communities

Substantial experience copy editing, fact-checking, writing and packaging news content

Deep desire to make our digital offering the best in the market

Strong vetting skills for digital copy

Excellent reporting, interviewing and writing skills

Proven ability to manage large volumes of fast-moving information.

Proven mentorship and training skills.

Ability to think critically and work independently.

Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to journalism.

Stellar communication and interpersonal skills.

Excellent news judgment and ability to work effectively, collaboratively and gracefully

under 24 / 7 newsroom deadline pressure.

Aptitude with text and video content management systems.

Active user of social media platforms.

A strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.

Fluency in the working language (English)

Comprehensive knowledge of the other official language (French)

Knowledge of CBC / Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices

Must be available to work all shifts, depending on the assignment

Candidates who meet the posted requirements shall be invited to participate in the following stages :

Practical assignment

Interviews

Please include a letter of interest detailing how your experience would be an asset to us, as well as a link to your broadcast news experience

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.

CBC / Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s 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. That’s 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 Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the 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 .

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Primary Location :

1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2

Number of Openings : Work Schedule :

Full time