Reporter/Editor, B.C. Interior and North (English Services) (On-Call)

CBC/Radio-Canada • Prince George, BC

52d

About The Position

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Are you a collaborative team player who’s passionate about local news and current events and has a strong interest in uncovering issues that matter to people living in your community? CBC News Kelowna, Kamloops, and Prince George are looking for experienced multiplatform reporters to work in our newsroom that produces local news and current affairs for CBC’s Daybreak and Radio West programs, and all platforms ensuring stories and voices from the interior of B.C. are reflected in our journalism across digital, radio, social, streaming and TV. You will put audience needs at the centre of your journalism, ensuring your work highlights a broad range of perspectives, experiences and points of view, especially those from people who have been traditionally underrepresented in the media. You will regularly find opportunities to meet new people and expand your network of contacts. You will ensure that all CBC journalistic standards are met and that our stories are fair, balanced, accurate, thoughtful, immediate and resonate with the communities we serve.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced daily news environment.
• Ability to work independently with superior problem-solving skills.
• Ability to generate, pitch and pursue strong, original stories that meet the needs of our audiences.
• A proven track record of connecting with local communities.
• Superior writing skills across platforms, and experience in gathering, editing and packaging audio and video.
• Ability to present stories live on-air, from within the studio and out in the field.
• Knowledge of emerging storytelling formats and willingness to embrace change and new tasks across all CBC platforms.
• A proven work ethic, strong communication skills and a positive, team-first attitude.
• A strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada's insurance company.
• University degree in journalism or equivalent with a minimum of three years of recent, related experience.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as required.
• Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, research, gather and produce original story ideas for radio, social, streaming and visual programming that will engage and inform the audience, deepen our connections in the community, and elevate a range of voices.
• Respond quickly to breaking news events as they unfold.
• Deliver original stories on a regular basis.
• Distill large amounts of complex information under tight time constraints.
• Cultivate and develop working relationships with a large pool of contacts and community members.
• Collaborate with colleagues across CBC to develop and break stories, plan and produce features, and coordinate long-term coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level