Scheduling Assistant (French Services)

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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.

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Please note we are looking to fill two (2) permanent full-time positions.

Your role

The Scheduling Assistant is responsible for creating and coding the schedule in the scheduling system based on various documents provided such as programming grids promotional schedules show rundowns etc. The Scheduling Assistant is also responsible for liaising with the various departments affected by these changes.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and review documentation and information from various sources to identify and validate data relevant to programming plans programming grids schedules promotional content sales rundowns broadcasting details distribution subtitling etc.

• Create and code according to the information received the programming grid or schedule promotional time slots sales slots subtitling etc. including all relevant information (e.g. title repeat original duration commercials dates times promo info IDs pauses show codes automation switching codes distribution and broadcast codes etc.); ensure follow-up make necessary corrections and notify relevant departments.

• Analyze the impacts of schedule or programming changes and make necessary adjustments; ensure follow-up implement corrections and notify relevant departments.

• Code shows according to CRTC standards in order to determine the percentage of Canadian content identify show categories and more; ensure follow-up and necessary corrections; based on broadcast data prepare the final schedule confirmation for CRTC reporting.

• Complete appropriate forms and documentation; prepare correspondence and required reports based on information in order to ensure proper follow-up.

• Help train others by explaining tasks related to this position.

Your profile:

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience in related tasks

• Knowledge of On Air and WideOrbit scheduling software is an asset

• Strong knowledge of Radio-Canada Television programming specialty channels and radio stations
  

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve a variety of problems while proposing original solutions

• Enjoys tasks requiring precision and attention to detail

• Good stress management and ability to work under pressure

• Experience analyzing various documents and entering data across multiple system interfaces is a strong asset

• High ability to learn new software programs (internal systems) and technical concepts

• Proficiency with Windows MS Office and Google environments

• Excellent command of spoken and written French

Selected candidates will be tested as follows:

• 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.

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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