Producer The National English Services
Producer The National English Services
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Position Title:
Producer The National (English Services)Status of Employment:
PermanentPosition Language Requirement:
EnglishLanguage Skills:
English (Reading C Advanced) English (Speaking C Advanced) English (Writing C Advanced)Work at CBC/RadioCanada
At CBC/RadioCanada 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 everchanging 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:
:59 PMThe National is looking for a producer to join our desk to write vet and line up CBCs flagship video newscast.
You are a selfstarter with a proven track record of working with reporters to develop craft and vet network news stories. You have proven experience mentoring reporters in the craft of video storytelling. You help elevate the journalism of even the most experienced reporters.
You live and breathe domestic and international news. You know how to frame stories to make them responsive relevant and reflective of Canada with a keen eye knowing the kind of content people in their 30s and 40s want to watch. You have proven experience writing clean copy capturing the hosts voice and incorporating feedback into your work. Youre a selfstarter a collaborative colleague and you thrive in a highpressure dynamic newsroom.
You will also help craft and manage the programs lineup mapping out and producing various presentation elements coordinating with the senior team writers producers directors and other team members to execute the news hour. You are experienced in taking live programs to air in the control room producing live specials and leading the editorial direction from the control room in breaking news situations.
You bring a distinctive life experience perspective or expertise to the team that will enrich The Nationals content. You are a strategic thinker who can make immediate decisions in a complex and stressful environment. And you have a track record of working creatively with video and will help push video storytelling as we reach new audiences on various platforms.
You have a track record of editorial leadership. You have a clear understanding of CBC News Journalistic Standards and Practices and how it informs our work.
We are looking for a candidate with the following:
A University degree or equivalent.
Five 5 years of experience of which three must involve work in a broadcast news environment.
Experience in pitching stories and translating those ideas into onair segments.
Excellent writing vetting and production skills.
A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent eye and ear for pacing tone presentation and production.
Must be capable of original and creative thought in the production of television news.
Experience in a live control room under pressures of a changing lineup or breaking news.
Demonstrated news judgement under tight deadline conditions.
Demonstrated team leader with solid people skills who can direct perform and delegate assignments across editorial production and technical lines.
Experience using Vizrt iNews and Media Central.
Must be able to solve problems quickly independently and ingroup discussions.
Ability to perform other producer roles in the newsroom.
Embraces change and experimentation.
Lives and promotes the values of an inclusive and respectful work culture.
Strong knowledge and understanding of and/or connection to underrepresented communities across Canada.
Demonstrates a deep understanding and appreciation of the different cultures opinions and experiences that make up contemporary Canada (new diverse younger audience).
Elevates diverse perspectives ideas and differing points of view.
Ability to work in a high pressure environment and to tight deadlines.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with CBC Journalistic Standards and Practices.
Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns and methods. Must be available to work evenings weekend evenings and long days and late nights.
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.
As part of our recruitment process candidates who advance to the next
step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:
A mandatory Criminal record check.
Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.
CBC/RadioCanada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our countrys diversity. Thats because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians by having a workforce that mirrors the everchanging makeup of our country. Thats 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 Canadas public broadcaster. For more information visit the Diversity and Inclusion section 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 email to .
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct which can be found on our corporate website. 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. 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:
Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W. Toronto Ontario M5V 3G7Number of Openings:
1Work Schedule:
Full timeEmployment Type
Full-Time
