Video Producer (On-Site) (English Services)

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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.

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CBC News Edmonton is seeking a skilled video producer to join our visual
storytelling team.

You are an audience-focused professional committed to telling visual stories that
reflect the diversity of Edmonton and northern Alberta. When a story breaks you are
the first person on the scene beating the competition with the freshest shots and
latest developments.

You also love to come up with your own original story ideas. Collaborating with
colleagues you oversee the entire production process from planning to distributing
the final product. Your platform delivery list includes CBC Edmontons FAST Channel
CBC Youtube CBC GEM TikTok radio and televisionyou know how to tailor
your storytelling to each of these platforms and their audiences.

You are hungry to learn new things and receive feedback on your work. In turn you
love sharing your high level skills and experience with others as a mentor in the craft
of visual storytelling. You are comfortable coordinating the work of others.

You understand the people who live in Albertas distinct political climate and
energy-driven economy. You love it when you meet someone with a different
perspective and life experience than your own.

Possessing a positive and collaborative attitude you care about the people you work
with and have a deep appreciation for different perspectives opinions and
experiences. You live and promote the values of diversity inclusion and respectful
work culture.

This role requires full-time on site presence.

Please note: The regular schedule for this position is afternoon/evenings Monday
to Friday from 12:00pm to 8:45pm

Key tasks:
Conceives pitches develops and edits story ideas and concepts. Helps to
determine or influence the editorial direction of a storyfrom breaking news
unfolding in the afternoon and evening to news features.
Develops visual story content including researching writing interviewing
shooting generating and/or editing of written and visual material. Determines
the visual style pace tempo and format of the story item relative to each
platform it will be published on including video soundscapes photo galleries
and other content items
Occasionally appears on camera to front breaking news stories or features
In consultation with the assignment desk coordinates newsroom visual
resources in the evening
Leads the development of new production methods using contemporary
visual storytelling trends practices tools and techniques to continually
improve CBCs content and best practices.
Performs location surveys and identifies special requirements such as audio
lighting camera angles and equipment including production limitations.
Prepares aligns sets up and operates small format cinema and traditional
broadcast cameras and ancillary equipment ensuring optimal visual audio
and technical quality under prevailing conditions for multiple platforms and
deadlines.
Ensures seamless and timely delivery of breaking news across platforms by
expertly operating live streaming equipment such as Dejero Starlink and
LiveU.
Innovates and performs highly creative content gathering techniques for
complex covert situations.
Provides technical guidance expertise and support focused on content
production techniques and workflows.
Travels out of town for breaking news and planned assignments

Your profile:
A combination of education and experience equivalent to a degree or
certificate in Television Production Journalism or a related field and 5 years
of practical industry experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Strong sense of creativity initiative and a high degree of responsibility for the
accuracy and quality of work throughout the complete production cycle.
Proven record of highly creative innovative visual storytelling.
Superior level of technical knowledge with a variety of cameras broadcast
equipment and non-linear editing platforms including strong troubleshooting
skills related to live video transmission

Understanding of visual gathering visual production and post-production
methods with a focus on storytelling.
Experience reflecting diverse and contemporary communities in visual
storytelling.
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining a
professional attitude.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to pursue the acquisition of story
elements with a minimum of supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability and willingness to work overtime and various shifts patterns including
overnights weekdays and weekends as required. Some last minute travel may
occasionally be required.
Transport Canada RPAS Advanced Pilot Certification is an asset
Professional photography skills are an asset
Skills and experience with motion graphics and compositing are an asset
Possession of a valid drivers license as well as a driving record that meets
the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canadas insurance company.

Please include a link to your online demo in your application.

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.

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/Radio-Canada 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 ever-changing 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 e-mail 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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