Videojournalist (Vaudreuil-Soulanges) (French Services) (On Site)

CBC/Radio-Canada • Montreal, QC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Radio-Canada News is seeking two videojournalists based in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges area. In this role, you will be expected to pitch original story ideas, uncover exclusive news and produce stories that resonate with the local community. You will deliver content across all Radio-Canada platforms, including digital (written articles and vertical video), radio and television. You will handle your own field production (video, photo and audio) using provided equipment and may be called upon to support newsgathering efforts for the Montreal newsroom as needed. We are looking for someone who is creative, resourceful, thorough and highly independent. You have a proven track record of making complex information accessible and engaging while working under pressure. You possess a deep understanding of digital best practices and know how to connect with Radio-Canada’s current and emerging audiences. Please note that this position involves a variable work schedule and requires the ability to travel throughout the coverage area in a Radio-Canada vehicle as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Three years’ journalism experience or equivalent
• Strong reporting skills across multiple platforms — digital, radio and television
• Strong understanding of digital best practices
• Ability to develop and maintain a network of contacts
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices (JSP)
• Excellent on-air presence and comfort with live reporting
• Ability to write clearly and concisely
• Demonstrated ability to break news and pitch original story ideas
• Creativity in news packaging and visual storytelling
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment under tight deadlines
• Technical proficiency with modern journalism and production tools
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Excellent command of French with a good working knowledge of English (an asset)
• Flexibility to work irregular hours
• Valid driver’s licence
• Criminal record check

Nice To Haves

• Good working knowledge of English

Responsibilities

• Pitch original story ideas
• Uncover exclusive news
• Produce stories that resonate with the local community
• Deliver content across all Radio-Canada platforms, including digital (written articles and vertical video), radio and television
• Handle own field production (video, photo and audio) using provided equipment
• Support newsgathering efforts for the Montreal newsroom as needed

Benefits

• Permanent Position
• Full time

What This Job Offers

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