NewsAssignment Producer (English Services) (On-Site)

Position Title:

News/Assignment Producer (English Services) (On-Site)

Status of Employment:

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement:

English

Language Skills:

English (Reading - C - Advanced) English (Speaking - C - Advanced) English (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.

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News and Assignment Producer

CBC News Calgary is looking for a News and Assignment Producer to work with journalists for its broadcast and digital platforms.

This is a one-year contract

This is the perfect opportunity for an innovative editorial leader with a proven track record in local news play a key role in the CBC Calgary newsroom

Working alongside our news team you will focus on working with reporters assigning and producing stories that resonate with audiences and are targeted to the platform where it will be consumed radio streaming platforms and linear television. You will also map out and produce various presentation elements writing vetting and cutting elements and coordinating with producers reporters on-air staff writers editors videographers and other staff members.

You will have a demonstrated knowledge of broadcast strategies and trends an understanding of how audiences consume content across platforms and experience with growing audiences in the digital landscape. You will have experience vetting the work of others you will have a strong desire to experiment with new forms of storytelling.

You will also have experience in breaking news scenarios where you have demonstrated the ability to quickly make editorial decisions in high pressure situations under tight deadlines.

And you will have a clear understanding of CBC News Journalistic Standards and Practices.

Excellent writing abilities and experience in audio and video editing systems is a must

The successful candidate will need to have a deep understanding of the issues and diversity of Calgary and southern Alberta and will ensure this diversity is reflected in our stories.

This is a collaborative work environment so a team player with first-rate communications skills is a must. You will need to juggle and prioritize multiple stories and tasks and to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. And yes you know how to have fun too.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• University degree in journalism or equivalent with at least 8 years of practical and relevant experience.

• Recognized excellence in writing for broadcast news (streaming television and radio) providing quick turnaround when producing scripts and editing video.

• You will also have experience creating non-traditional visual storytelling and knowledge of how to use sophisticated graphics and other pacing techniques.

• Strong contributor of ideas stories and treatments. Innovative with programming ideas. Curious incisive and critical thinker.

• Passionate about exploring the diverse communities that make up Calgary and southern Alberta and their stories issues and ideas.

• Demonstrated experience with non-linear editing programs like AVID or Adobe Premiere Pro is preferred.

• Demonstrated skill in digital writing and in using social media would be an asset.

• Demonstrated experience working with and shaping television and video program lineups and a stations assignment process is desired.

• Experience working with radio current affairs programs is an added asset.

• High level of organization and productivity.

• Strong & enthusiastic team player with good communication skills.

• Initiative taker with ability to be productive in individual and team settings.

• Able to work flexible hours.

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:

105-1000 Veterans Place N.W. Calgary Alberta T3B 4M1

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time