Digital Editor (French Services) (Telework/Hybrid)

CBC/Radio-Canada•Montreal, QC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. This Digital Editor position at Radio-Canada Sports is a contract role until March 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension. It requires a variable work schedule, including evenings and weekends, dictated by live sporting events. This role is an excellent stepping stone for those looking for a dynamic entry into sports journalism, communications, and marketing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Minimum two (2) years’ relevant experience.
Broad general knowledge.
High level of creativity.
Good knowledge of the sports scene.
Excellent command of French (working language).
Strong digital and social media storytelling skills.
Ability to curate items for online publication, and adapt, summarize and supplement them as needed.
Proficiency with Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop.
Strong organizational skills.
Leadership.
Ability to work well in a team.
Mandatory Criminal record check.
Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate proficiency in spoken, written and reading English is an asset.

Responsibilities

Keep up with news stories and breaking information relevant to your assigned sports beat.
Attend story meetings to pitch fresh ideas and provide editorial input.
Research, gather, select and vet information from a variety of reliable sources.
Select topics (reports, interviews, documentaries, etc.) for online publication. Adapt, summarize and supplement content as required, and determine its layout and sequencing.
Review and select audio, video and visual elements. Format media for optimal digital delivery, source stock imagery and take still photos as needed.
Draft engaging descriptive, informational and promotional copy tailored to specific platforms. Assist in developing and writing copy for interactive content, such as games and quizzes, and publish it online.
Produce original articles: Suggest unique story angles, identify interviewees, and conduct and record interviews for digital publication.
Update the content of the site or section.
Research, select and embed hyperlinks.
Proofread and edit your own copy and assist colleagues with theirs as needed.
Help organize, moderate and participate in interactive digital events (live panels, chats and discussion forums).
Respond to audience inquiries and forward programming-specific feedback to the appropriate team members.
Monitor the progress of ongoing digital and web projects as required.
Carry out all other related tasks as required.