Reporter/Researcher (French Services) (On Site)

CBC/Radio-Canada•Quebec, QC

1d•Onsite

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. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Two (2) years’ journalism experience or equivalent.
Strong general knowledge.
Excellent knowledge of current events.
Fluency in the working language: French.
Advanced knowledge of research tools and techniques.
Understanding of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices.

Nice To Haves

Strong proficiency in the other official language is an asset.

Responsibilities

Research, pitch and develop content in line with news programs’ mandates and corporate standards and policies.
Keep up with current events and build a network of contacts aligned with the program mandate.
Maintain and update the upcoming-events calendar and contact database.
Evaluate potential story topics.
Attend story meetings.
Suggest story ideas/angles and potential guests.
Help draft scripts for reports as assigned.
Research, gather, evaluate and vet all information for covered stories.
Select relevant text, audio and visual materials.
As required, select and clip audio/video segments.
Provide context/data for accompanying graphics.
Identify and, if necessary, select interviewees.
Conduct pre-interviews.
Prepare interview question lines and scripts.
Prepare and present written and oral research briefs.
Draft copy for the host.
Follow up continuously with reporters and the host throughout production and live broadcasts.
Provide logistical support for shoots (itinerary, schedule, locations, authorizations, etc.) and interviews (guests’ arrival time, fees, parking, etc.).
Brief guests, correspondents and panellists on the program’s content and rundown.
Create, maintain and update research files on news and current affairs topics.
When requested, conduct interviews and present your research findings on air.
As required, field-produce shoots and edit clips for television, or perform basic recording and editing tasks for radio.
Participate in investigative journalism.
Execute special research projects.
Monitor, moderate and respond to audience feedback and comments as required.
Alert the newsroom immediately to any breaking news opportunities.
Carry out all other related tasks as needed.