Reporter/Host

Rogers Communications•Vancouver, BC

50d•Onsite

About The Position

CityNews Vancouver is looking for a versatile candidate to host our scheduled newscasts, 24/7 streaming service and produce news stories when required. You should be able to host live newscasts and report live from the scene of breaking news when needed. You must have passion for local news and the ability to push the boundaries of creative storytelling. The position will require shift work like early morning, evening and weekend shifts.

Requirements

Experience in hosting a live newscasts and breaking news coverage
Strong on-air presentation skills with an ability to ad-lib and conduct newsmaker interviews
A passion for news and storytelling - you know what makes a great story and know how to tell it.
Experience in long form video storytelling
An understanding of multi-platform coverage, not confined by a ‘typical’ television reporter package.
News moves fast! You must be able to multi-task and deliver for multiple, daily online and broadcast deadlines
Because news never stops - you are prepared to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

Host scheduled newscasts, 24/7 streaming service and special productions in Vancouver
Take a lead role in breaking news coverage
Book, write and conduct newsmaker interviews every day
Work with the editorial leaders on daily news coverage
Write scripts and produce content from video gathered in the field
Produce news stories in the filed when required
Work with the team to produce prime time specials when required

Benefits

Up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets
25% off TSC items
20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores
Company matching contributions to charities you support
Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program)
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 supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women.