As Canada’s national public broadcaster and one of its largest cultural institutions with over 10,000 employees, CBC/Radio Canada brings diverse regional and cultural perspectives into the daily lives of Canadians in English, French, and eight aboriginal languages.
Temporary position – End date is April 29, 2011
*Seeking strong local candidate*
Function:
- Performs reporting and editorial assignments related to the gathering, writing and presentation of program material for radio, television or other media.
- Work is governed by CBC journalistic and programming policies and standards.
- Advice and guidance are regularly available but there is latitude for initiative and independent judgement.
- There may be opportunity to co-ordinate the work of others and close co-operation with the program unit is essential.
Key Tasks:
- Develops and maintains contacts with a variety of sources.
- Conducts analysis of facts and information gathered and draws conclusions or raises issues requiring further investigation.
- Prepares and writes scripts, continuity and headlines.
- Gathers and reports information from various sources.
- Decides which elements should be included in an item, their order, length and sequence, as well as the method of transition from one element to another.
- Contributes ideas or program content; participates in the preparation of program objectives.
As required, performs the following tasks:
- Critically edit material written by others;
- Determine, in accordance with established routine, the sequence and timing of the elements that make up a newscast which is typically of a pre-determined format and for which the majority of content is supplied;
- Liaise with other staff to ensure required material is available;
select music and effects; - Present information and/or analysis on air in a variety of formats;
- Follow particular areas of current public interest or concern;
- Perform other production or administrative tasks associated with the smooth functioning of the newsroom, program unit or station.
Qualifications
- Three or more years of directly related journalistic experience that includes proven ability in the field and knowledge of the broadcasting industry.
- Broadcasting experience is an asset.
- University degree in Journalism or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience in filing both written and recorded material from the field, through a variety of means.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate and analyze a broad range of issues, and to tell those stories with clarity and in a manner that relates the stories to the people affected by them.
- Ability to write clearly and in a compelling way that leads to a strong presentation
- Demonstrated knowledge of Labrador and issues related to that Region.
- Ability to communicate well to fellow journalists and senior journalistic leaders.
- Good on-air performance including the ability to do live reports.
- A demonstrated interest in breaking original stories.
- Familiarity with the use of electronic/digital recording and editing of material as well as basic studio operations
- The ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- The ability to relate the stories of Newfoundland and Labrador to the broader national audience.
- Must be able to work independently and have the interpersonal skills to work effectively as part of a team.
If you are seeking a media environment that fosters creativity and innovation, this is the place for you.
We value the importance of a diverse workforce and encourage applications from Aboriginal Peoples, women, members of a visible minority and persons with a disability.
Please visit http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/jobs/ and apply online.
The CBC is committed to equity in employment and programming.
