Videojournalist, Granby (French Services) (On Site)

CBC/Radio-Canada • Sherbrooke, QC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Radio-Canada Estrie is seeking a versatile videojournalist to be based in our Granby station. Reporting to the Associate Managing Editor, Émilie Richard, you will focus on gathering and presenting daily news stories that deeply resonate with the Granby-area community. Your stories will be published on the Radio-Canada Info app and broadcast across all other Radio-Canada platforms. To succeed in this role, you must have a sharp talent for both text-based and vertical video storytelling. We are looking for a creative, resourceful, thorough and highly independent journalist who excels at breaking down complex information for the public. You must also be able to thrive under pressure, conduct your own research and newsgathering, and confidently package and present your material across multiple platforms. Please note that this position requires a flexible schedule (including irregular hours) and the ability to travel throughout the coverage area in a Radio-Canada vehicle. You will bring fresh perspectives and creative approaches to our newscasts, working independently to deliver original, high-quality journalism. This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ journalism experience or equivalent.
• Strong cross-platform storytelling skills.
• Ability to build and maintain a network of contacts.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices (JSP).
• Proficiency in the Adobe Premiere editing suite.
• Comfortable, dynamic and engaging on-air presence.
• Excellent interviewing skills.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Ability to generate original story ideas and creative treatments.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment and respond quickly to breaking news.
• High degree of creativity, imagination and drive, along with the ability to break down complex information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong proficiency in French.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Ability to travel throughout the coverage area in a Radio-Canada vehicle.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including irregular hours.
• Mandatory Criminal record check.
• Adherence to CBC/Radio-Canada’s Code of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

• Good knowledge of English is an asset.
• One-minute vertical video with application explaining why you are the best fit to cover news and current affairs in the Granby area.
• Journalism assessment (general knowledge, French grammar and writing).
• Interview.
• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Gathering and presenting daily news stories that deeply resonate with the Granby-area community.
• Publishing stories on the Radio-Canada Info app and broadcasting across all other Radio-Canada platforms.
• Conducting own research and newsgathering.
• Packaging and presenting material across multiple platforms.
• Bringing fresh perspectives and creative approaches to newscasts.
• Delivering original, high-quality journalism.
• Contributing regularly to radio programs, national television and digital platforms.

Benefits

• Permanent Position

What This Job Offers

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