Part-Time Anchor Reporter - 680 NewsRadio

Rogers Communications • Toronto, ON

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Sports & Media is seeking a Part-Time Anchor/Reporter for 680 NewsRadio in Toronto. This role is for individuals passionate about storytelling and news anchoring, who thrive in a fast-paced, multi-platform newsroom environment. The position involves collaborating with journalists, building and reading newscasts/traffic reports, and telling stories across multiple platforms with an emphasis on audio.

Requirements

• A passion for storytelling and knowing how to tell a great story.
• A developed sense of what kinds of stories Toronto wants and needs to hear, with attention to diverse communities.
• Knowledge of the roads and bridges in Toronto.
• Excellent teamwork skills and an amazing attitude towards work and team.
• Curiosity and a desire to push beyond the surface of news stories, and challenge the status quo.
• An understanding of the needs of a 21st-century, multi-platform newsroom.
• A willingness to put the team first and work in service of a larger goal.
• Ability to multi-task and deliver for multiple, daily online and broadcast deadlines.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and overnights.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with journalists to find compelling stories.
• Build and read newscasts or traffic reports on weekends/overnights.
• Tell stories effectively on multiple platforms, with a special emphasis on audio storytelling and writing.
• Field reporting when required.
• Contribute original story ideas and produce riveting content.
• Support teammates in all areas of the editorial process, from pitch to publish.
• Deliver stories that stand out from the competition.
• Focus on telling stories in audio formats, while also contributing to digital and TV programming.

Benefits

• Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits
• Pension plan
• RRSP
• TFSA
• Stock matching programs
• Up to 50% off Rogers Services
• Up to 50% off Blue Jays Tickets
• 25% off TSC items
• 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Company matching contributions to charities
• My Path: self-driven career development program
• Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest
• Homewood employee & family assistance program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
• Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes
• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed