Writer Jobs in Barrie, ON

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Be at the forefront of one of the most exciting and ever-changing industries. On the Bell Media team you will be a part of creating and delivering the best Canadian and international content across digital media, television, radio and out-of-home advertising platforms. You’ll join a team of passionate and driven innovators, who are breaking barriers and expanding the reach of Canada’s most-loved entertainment.

At Bell Media, you’ll redefine digital connections and pioneer next-generation services, propelling us to reach new heights, unlock untapped potential and expand horizons for our customers.

Short Description

Posting Date : February 4, 2026

Closing Date : February 18, 2026

Position : Web Producer

Location : CTV Barrie

Salary : Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Hours of Work : 40 hours per week. Will include working evenings and weekends. Overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• CTV News Barrie is looking for a dynamic Digital Lead to drive our online presence
• You’ll be a writer / producer who thrives on breaking news and loves creating original, compelling content for digital platforms and CTV News programs
• Pitch, research, and write stories and headlines for our website and social media channels, ensuring everything meets CTV News best practices and editorial standards
• Stay ahead of breaking news and keep our site fresh, relevant, and engaging
• Maintain accuracy, consistency, and quality across all digital content—headlines, captions, videos, and more
• Dive into creative pagination, projects like contests, sales activations, maps, and data-driven journalism
• Monitor and publish wire stories with a focus on SEO, keywords, and shareability
• Manage multiple social media streams simultaneously to keep our audience connected
• Step in to produce newscasts when needed for CTV News Barrie
• Collaborate with reporters to ensure strong coverage of news and live events
• Contribute daily ideas to news planning and help shape our coverage
• Write and edit scripts, supervise edits, critique news material, and handle digital streams
• Work closely with news, sales, promotions, and creative teams to maintain a vibrant online presence in our community
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Additional Information :

Position Type : Union

Job Status : Regular - Full Time

Job Location : Canada : Ontario : Barrie

Work Arrangement : Full-time in office (on-site)

Application Deadline : 02 / 18 / 2026

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you\'ll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you\'ll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.

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