Videojournalist, Rad (French Services)

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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.

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Please note there are two (2) permanent positions to be filled.

Your role

RadioCanadas Rad journalism lab is looking for a videojournalist. In this role you will produce short videos and stories for all Rad platforms in line with corporate standards and policies.

Key tasks:

• Keep up with news through a variety of sources.

• Cultivate a network of sources.

• Propose and be assigned topics for news stories reports interviews and indepth features.

• Research gather evaluate and vet all elements of the story being covered.

• Plan reports around the story to be told. Conduct interviews assess their relevance and select the appropriate clips.

• Scout locations. Set up and operate a light video camera and related equipment. Ensure the highestquality sound and images.

• Provide lighting for subjects or backgrounds. Select and shoot images. Prepare visual material for reports ensuring that it complies with technical and esthetic requirements for broadcasts.

• View footage and prepare shot and sequence lists.

• Decide on story angles. Script and narrate reports. Suggest an intro. Write various copy stories in the style appropriate for the platform.

• Edit your reports.

• Convey information through various means (news copy clips packs reports interviews etc.).

• Deliver reports on air.

• Inform newsroom management of any event that warrants a news flash or special coverage.

• Ensure the availability of the resources required to produce your reports.

• Drive a news vehicle.

• Ensure your equipment is in proper working order making minor emergency repairs as needed.

• Create a library of stock footage and archival material.

• Carry out all other related tasks as needed.

What you bring:

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent

• Three (3) years journalism experience or equivalent

Skills:

• Broad general knowledge

• Good knowledge of current events

• Strong interviewing writing and storytelling skills

• Knowledge of video and editing techniques

• Understanding of CBC/RadioCanadas Journalistic Standards and Practices

• Solid command of French (working language)

• Very good knowledge of the other official language is an asset

• Valid drivers licence

Your application: Please send us the following:

• Your resum

• A vertical video recorded on your smartphone in which you introduce yourself and pitch an idea for an original story that would interest Rads audience

• Include the URL links to your demo and any other videos youve produced in the past in your cover letter or resum

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to the following:

• Interview

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.

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