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CBC/Radio-Canada Provincial Affairs Reporter/Editor (French Services) in Victoria, British Columbia
Position Title:
Provincial Affairs Reporter/Editor (French Services)
Status of Employment:
Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)
Position Language Requirement:
English, French
Language Skills:
English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced), French (Reading - E - Exempt), French (Speaking - E - Exempt), French (Writing - E - Exempt)
Work at CBC/Radio-Canada
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.
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? 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.
Unposting Date:
2024-06-18 11:59 PM
This is a one-year temporary position.
Role
ICI Colombie-Britannique is looking for an experienced, multiplatform Provincial Affairs Reporter for a one-year temporary assignment. This role is located in Victoria, the capital of British Columbia and seat of the Legislative Assembly.
As Provincial Affairs Reporter, you will perform reporting and editorial assignments for radio, television, digital and social media that typically involve the gathering, writing and presentation (including talk-tapes and live hits) of information related to provincial affairs — specifically, but not exclusively, the legislature, public service, Crown corporations, members of civil society, voters, analysts and recognized experts as well as political parties and politicians.
You will report to the Vancouver newsroom and have access to editorial support, but you must have initiative, keen news sense and superior editorial judgment. Work can involve co-ordination of the activities of others, and close co-operation with the program unit is essential.
You will file for all editorial platforms as needed and attend assignment meetings.
Your work must abide by CBC/Radio-Canada journalistic and programming policies, standards and practices.
Key tasks:
Develop and maintain a network of provincial contacts as well as an array of recognized experts and authorities able to comment on issues and events that may arise from time to time. Ensure that your knowledge of provincial political history and the individuals involved is current.
Gather and research information on political or governmental issues and events; follow issues of significant interest as they develop over a period of time.
Because of your expertise, you may be assigned to cover stories and events of significance in the province. While these events may not initially be political in nature, they typically assume sufficient import that the government becomes involved.
Regularly check material gathered against other sources to ensure clarity and accuracy of content.
Regularly report on multiple platforms, describing these events and issues; provide in-depth background information and detailed analysis to foster better understanding among viewers/listeners.
Arrange and conduct interviews.
Work closely with program personnel to plan coverage of upcoming events for all platforms.
Working closely with production personnel, conceive of and produce innovative and informative material for all platforms that aids in the explanation of the issue being presented.
Write introductory and linking continuity for daily reports and news programs. Critically edit material written by others and/or items produced by others.
Provide leadership, advice and guidance to colleagues and co-workers; lead by example.
As assigned or required, perform any function or task of a Reporter/Editor.
You may occasionally be asked to cover local issues on Vancouver Island.
You will become a member of the B.C. Legislative Press Gallery.
Please note:
The work schedule will include weekend shifts on a rotating basis.
Excellent understanding of spoken and written English is required (English-speaking province). You must have solid command of spoken and written French (all reporting done in French).
We are looking for a candidate with the following:
University degree or equivalent
Three (3) years’ directly related experience that includes proven ability in the field
Ease with live reporting
Excellent reporting and interviewing skills across platforms
Bilingualism (English/French) required
Ability to work with a variety of teams but also be a strong self-starter
Critical mind
Proven ability to work in a high-stress, tight-deadline environment
Experience working on multiple stories simultaneously
Familiarity with CBC/Radio-Canada production tools an asset (Dalet, Scoop, iNews, MediaCentral and Hindenburg)
Knowledge of B.C. politics an asset
Political science background an asset
Understanding of the public broadcaster’s role and responsibilities
Knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices
Valid driver’s licence and a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada’s insurance company
Please provide a resumé in French, samples of reporting work relevant to the position, and a link to your online demo.
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/working-with-us/jobs/diversity-inclusion-cbc-rc) of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca .
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/vision/governance/corporate-policies/values-ethics/conduct) . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/vision/governance/corporate-policies/human-resources/conflicts) . In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.
Primary Location:
780 Kings Rd. Unit 2, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 5A2
Number of Openings:
1
Work Schedule:
Full time
At CBC/Radio-Canada (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en) , 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.