Associate Producer-Indigenous Pathways Program, Saskatchewan (English Services) (On-Site

CBC/Radio-Canada•Regina, SK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Indigenous Pathways Program is a 9-month, paid, full-time career launchpad designed to empower First Nations, Inuit, and Métis storytellers. From October 2026 to June 2027, participants will gain specialized training in multimedia journalism—covering everything from ethics to story development—alongside immersive, hands-on work experience and dedicated career mentorship. The program prioritizes unique voices and perspectives, so no prior journalism education or experience is required. Over nine months, participants will engage in a guided professional journey designed to accelerate their growth as a journalist. The program includes an "Foundations" phase in October to immerse in CBC culture and learn the landscape of the national broadcaster. "Skill Building" in November-December involves intensive training to sharpen craft, identify strengths, and build a development roadmap. "Newsroom Placement" from January to June allows participants to gain real-world experience producing impactful stories within a fast-paced CBC newsroom. From March to June, participants will "Cultivate their craft", integrating learnings to refine their professional vision, showcase their unique voice, and explore long-term career opportunities at CBC. This position requires full-time on-site presence and can be based in either Regina or Saskatoon. The program provides comprehensive journalism training, career development support, and immersive work experience.

Requirements

First Nations, Inuk or Métis with a connection to an Indigenous nation or community.
Aspiring to develop a career with the CBC.
Able to provide storytelling examples and ideas.
A collaborative and principled storyteller with strong critical thinking skills.
Ready to launch a career as a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis journalist.
Possess a drive for multimedia storytelling across audio, video, and text.
Deeply connected to your community and eager to amplify its stories.
Want to immerse yourself in a fast-paced newsroom to gain practical, high-impact experience.
English (Reading - P - Professional), English (Speaking - P - Professional), English (Writing - P - Professional).

Responsibilities

Gain specialized training in multimedia journalism, covering ethics to story development.
Engage in immersive, hands-on work experience.
Receive dedicated career mentorship.
Produce impactful stories directly within a fast-paced CBC newsroom.
Refine professional vision and explore long-term career opportunities at CBC.
Develop skills and tools for advancing a career in journalism.
Explore multi-platform storytelling through writing, images, and sound.
Create stories that connect with Indigenous audiences and reflect diverse perspectives.
Grow relationships with and be supported by mentors, trainers, peers, and Indigenous CBC colleagues.