Multimedia Journalist

Postmedia Network Inc. • Toronto, ON

8d • CA$72,421 • Remote

About The Position

Working remotely but travelling to assignments within the Greater Toronto Area, the successful candidate will be expected to cover various types of news events and support with video production. Applicants are expected to have excellent news judgment, an understanding of political issues at all levels and demonstrable strengths in accurate, clean reporting, plus a proven ability to initiate stories and enterprise features. Candidates must be familiar with emerging digital trends and opportunities, be able to shoot, edit and produce video and know how to leverage social media and digital platforms to break news and reach audiences. They must be comfortable filing stories for multiple platforms on tight deadlines and be keen to learn and experiment to find new ways to tell stories and engage readers.

Requirements

• A journalism degree or diploma
• At least five years of experience in a fast-paced and evolving media environment
• Proven ability to deliver accurate and compelling news reports and videos on tight deadlines
• Superior writing skills and news judgment
• A respected social media footprint
• Familiarity with appearing on video
• Proficiency in Final Cut Pro, Photoshop and WordPress
• Applicant must own a reliable vehicle with insurance for work purposes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with JW player an asset

Responsibilities

• Create, edit and produce video content daily for multiple platforms.
• File video clips (with an eye toward vertical video) for digital platforms while working with digital teams and multimedia elements.
• Write stories for print, web and mobile audiences, tailoring content to meet the varying needs of those platforms.
• Initiate and develop ideas for enterprise stories and investigative projects.
• Cultivate sources and establish expertise to break stories and set the news agenda.

Benefits

• Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role and the candidate's location.
• Base Salary: $72,421.02
• This is a unionized position subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement.
• The starting salary listed in this job posting is based on the Year 1 rate outlined in the collective agreement.
• Offers will be made based on the candidate's qualifications and experience
• Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis.
• Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree