Executive Producer, As it Happens, English Services, (On-site)

CBC/Radio-Canada•Toronto, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

CBC Radio is looking for the next Executive Producer of As It Happens. This is a permanent, on-site, full time role, based in Toronto. Every weekday, As It Happens talks to the people at the centre of the national and international stories that matter most to Canadians. Hosted by Nil Köksal and Chris Howden, the show is here to both inform and delight. It’s been going strong on radio for almost 60 years, and now lives as a successful podcast and a publisher of digital articles as well.

Requirements

Minimum of seven (7) years’ professional experience; five must involve work in broadcasting or a closely-related industry, with responsibilities directly relevant to this area of assignment.
A university degree or equivalent - journalism preferred.
A strong team leader with the ability to motivate and inspire staff while navigating them through change.
Demonstrated talent as a programmer with an ear for pacing, tone, presentation and production.
Superior writing, editorial and production skills.
Extensive knowledge of national and international current affairs.
Expertise in multi-platform content production.
Solid journalistic background in news and current affairs
Ability to produce and distribute relevant, audience-focused stories based on feedback and data that adhere to the program’s mandate and CBC News strategy
Calm under pressure, able to respond quickly to breaking news stories and deliver under tight deadlines
Commitment to reflecting community and diversity in our staffing and our programming
Demonstrated skills in the areas of conflict resolution, mentoring, talent growth and development
An innovator and risk taker - status quo is not the goal

Nice To Haves

Creative ideas for evolving this long-running Canadian program.
Passionate about getting the show to more Canadians, wherever they listen to audio.
Build on the strengths and reputation of As It Happens, delivering world-class interviews, alongside unique, curious, and quirkier fare.
Prioritize the right mix of stories for audiences, ensuring that As It Happens is a “must-listen” show on the radio, as a podcast, and on streaming and social platforms.
Embrace new challenges, and have a proven ability to plan, communicate, and implement change.
Experienced journalist with a passion for telling stories that connect with our existing listeners, and attract new audiences.
Thrive on the challenges of producing a flagship daily news program, motivating your team to create high quality content under tight deadlines.
Keen understanding of the ever-changing nature of news, ensuring that the stories on As It Happens are updated as the program rolls out across the country.
Appreciate the show’s legacy, but also have a vision for where the program needs to go, particularly in service of engaging younger audiences in the 30-49 demographic.
Familiar with the CBC’s Journalistic Standards and Practices, and ensure that As It Happens adheres to those guidelines on a daily basis.
Demonstrate a deep understanding and appreciation of diversity of perspective, opinion and experience so that it is reflected in all hiring and programming decisions.
Clear strengths as a journalistic leader, ensuring balance and a range of perspectives in our programming.
Comfortable making tough editorial calls that adhere with our Journalistic Standards and Practices.
Proven ability to bring out the best in people, especially during periods of change.
Have vision and a clear strategy that allows your team to successfully meet goals.
Empathetic leader, who creates a positive team environment so your team members can develop, grow, and thrive.
Ability to survey data and translate that into editorial strategy that appeals to new and existing audiences on multi-platforms.
Encourage creativity in the use of sound, scripting, and innovative story treatments.
Demand different perspectives from a diverse array of guests that represent regional, political, economic and cultural diversity.

Responsibilities

Establishes a vision and measurable outcomes for programming and ensures the team meets targets.
Provides daily direction to the team on expectations around story coverage and development.
Works with other programs and departments, including other current affairs shows, news teams, communications, scheduling, etc.
Plans, leads and assigns special event coverage.
Develops staff by providing mentorship and training opportunities, and gives ongoing feedback through the performance management process; oversees interns.
Leads decisions regarding our journalistic policy, and seeks legal expertise if required.
Communicates with our audiences, including responding to complaints to the Ombudsman.