Videographer (French Services) (On Site)
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. We are looking for a Videographer to join the Radio-Canada Colombie-Britannique team in Vancouver. Based on current plans, you will be assigned primarily to the weekend shift. You will perform tasks related to shooting and editing news items and programs in accordance with accepted CBC/Radio-Canada standards. Duties are performed under the guidance of the Host/Producer for the weekend Téléjournal newscasts, as well as of the Operations Producer, but there may be requirements to work without immediate supervision. Work is usually performed within established program formats and under high pressure. This role requires full-time on-site presence.
Requirements
- Technical knowledge and understanding of daily television and digital program production methods.
- Understanding of picture composition and single-camera lighting.
- Knowledge generally gained through community college graduation in television arts, or equivalent industry experience.
- Two (2) years of specialized professional experience shooting and editing French-language news stories.
- Ability to edit recorded items on appropriate/available editing systems, such as Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Ability to shoot footage using Sony cameras (700 series, Alpha series, FX series) and iPhones.
- Excellent command of French (French-speaking work environment).
- Passion for details.
- Proficient knowledge of production resource equipment, routers and recording gear at the Vancouver station.
- Resourcefulness to find solutions to maintenance issues when specialized staff are not around.
- Intermediate oral, writing and reading proficiency in English (BBB).
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Ability to work various shift patterns, including overnights and weekends, often in unexpected overtime situations.
- Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining a calm, professional attitude.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
- Highly creative, imaginative problem-solver and motivated self-starter.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated initiative and innovative thinking.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, align and set up field cameras, ensuring optimum visual and technical quality under prevailing conditions.
- Light the subject or scene; compose and record program material using a handheld camera.
- Ensure both visual and aural material meets technical and esthetic requirements for editing.
- Deliver all recorded materials and perform editing.
- In the field, perform basic maintenance on equipment.
- Shoot stills for our digital platforms.
- Ask scripted questions of subjects being recorded.
- Contribute to social media.
- Craft stories, working with other team members.
- Help produce infographic content.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
