Commentator/Interviewer (French Services) (On Site)

CBC/Radio-Canada•Quebec, QC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Three (3) years’ experience in journalism or equivalent.
Strong general knowledge.
Strong understanding of environmental and weather-related factors, including the impact of climate change and local initiatives.
Mastery of media-specific communication techniques to digital video, television, and radio.
Strong ability to simplify and communicate complex information effectively.
Proficiency in the working language: French.
High level of comfort and skill in conducting interviews.
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
A mandatory Criminal record check.
Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

Very good knowledge of the other official language (English) is an asset.

Responsibilities

Covering, presenting, and commenting on current events and issues in accordance with the Corporation’s standards and policies.
Monitor current events in the program’s coverage areas and develop and maintain relationships with various sources.
Participate in production meetings; propose story ideas and guests.
Research, gather, assess, and verify relevant information related to assigned topics.
Propose editorial angles and formats for contributions (scripts, clips, interviews, reports, etc.).
Select interviewees as needed; conduct interviews; on location, may direct filming; for radio, carry out recordings.
Review and listen to interviews; select appropriate excerpts; choose music and sound effects when required.
Prepare content in a style adapted to the medium and the program format (scripts, reports, interviews, etc.).
When required, prepare an editing plan and oversee editing; for radio, perform basic editing.
Write presentation briefs for the host (topic, guest, editorial approach, background notes).
Present and comment on stories on air; participate in on-air discussions led by the host.
Collaborate on news programming when required.
Drive a reporting vehicle when necessary.
Perform any other related duties required to carry out the above responsibilities.