Announcer-Operator - Tłı̨chǫ(On-Site)

CBC/Radio-Canada • Yellowknife, NT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

CBC North in Yellowknife is looking for an announcer/operator who can work in the Tłı̨chǫ language. Reporting to the managing editor, the announcer/operator is responsible for finding, researching, preparing and presenting interviews, packaged items, community and news stories, and hosting and operating radio programs in Tłı̨chǫ. The work will include preparing Tłı̨chǫ versions of program material for use on radio and television.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school education or an acceptable combination of education and work experience.
• Excellent on-air presentation skills.
• Excellent Tłı̨chǫ skills.
• Strong writing and interviewing skills.
• Critical thinking and strong editorial judgment.
• A firm understanding of northern issues.
• Good computer skills and experience with forming and maintaining social media networks using external platforms like YouTube, Facebook, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to perform at a high level in a high pressure, tight deadline environment.
• English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing), Tlicho (Reading), Tlicho (Speaking), Tlicho (Writing)

Nice To Haves

• Previous on-air experience in radio or television would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, produce and present on air programs and program material from conducting interviews to editing tape and hosting on air.
• Plan and organize Tłı̨chǫ-language programming, including pitching and researching stories, interviewing sources and preparing material for air.
• Write material for broadcast.
• Develop and maintain contact with a variety of sources.
• Gather and report information from various sources.
• Provide narration and linking continuity between program segments.
• Read daily newscasts, news bulletins, weather forecasts and other survival information on air.
• Ensure the proper operating condition of equipment by making the necessary checks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED