Digital Journalist - Global News Calgary (Full-Time)

Corus Entertainment•Calgary, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Calgary's News Department is currently seeking a permanent full-time Digital Journalist to join their team. Reporting to the Managing Editor, the successful candidate will be required to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, days, and evenings along with permanent weekends in a role that includes producing, editing, reporting, shooting video and writing content for online and television. This is a Group H position in accordance with the current collective agreement.

Requirements

Degree/diploma in journalism from a recognized post-secondary institution.
At least two years’ experience as a television news producer and/or editor and demonstrated understanding of innovative production techniques.
Minimum one years of reporting experience with proven on-air presentation, including live remotes and unscripted material.
Proven shooting and editing experience are required.
Adept writer for broadcast and online with great online and traditional story research skills
An innovator with confidence in making editorial decisions.
Comfortable working both independently and cooperatively in a team environment, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Willing and able to adapt to rapidly changing technology and workflows.
Valid driver's license with a clear driver’s abstract.
Organized and able to make quick and effective decisions under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Control room experience is an asset with preference given to candidates with two years or more.
Experience as an anchor in a major market is considered an asset.
Familiarity with Canadian Press Style and experience publishing in WordPress are assets.

Responsibilities

Write news content for a variety of newscasts.
Line up a compelling and dynamic show each day, creating the best content for both live and server-based newscasts.
Produce local news content from video gathered in the field along with affiliate, national and international content.
Display creativity in the use of production graphics and other visual elements.
Communicate breaking news and coordinate with local radio newsroom, resources desk, national news desk, online and Edmonton newsroom.
Research and develop original and enterprising stories and guest ideas.
Report, shoot, write and edit stories for multiple daily newscasts and for globalnews.ca.
Meet multiple daily deadlines to write, post, promote, update and curate local, regional, and national content on globalnews.ca.
Report on location and in studio as required.
Participate in assignment meetings.
Be a strong advocate, model and mentor for digital journalism and a video-first workflow.
Work closely with staff based in Lethbridge and Edmonton.
Participating in Global Calgary promotional and community initiatives.
Perform other duties as required.