Videojournalist (French Services) (On Site)

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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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This role requires full time on site presence.

Your role

ICI Radio-Canada Manitoba is looking for a cross-platform videojournalist to be based in Winnipeg. The working language is French. In this role you will be assigned to develop a digital content offering.

Please note:

• The work schedule may include weekend shifts.

• Excellent English and French is required.

Key Tasks:

• Develop and maintain contacts with a variety of sources in the cultural sector to ensure current knowledge of issues and events in the coverage area relevant to the objectives of the role.

• Gather information from various sources.

• Be interested in and knowledgeable about arts and culture topics that engage young francophones and francophiles across the province.

• Analyze facts and information gathered and draw conclusions or raise issues requiring further investigation.

• Arrange for and conduct interviews.

• Be assigned primarily to the arts show Connexion and to special projects for the newsroom.

• Develop shot lists and sequences that contribute to the focus and mood of the story.

• Prepare align set up and operate an ENG/EFP unit a smartphone and ancillary equipment ensuring optimal audio video and technical quality under prevailing conditions.

• Understand digital media and the consumption patterns of digital users.

• Light the subject or scene and compose program visual material using a handheld camera. Ensure that the material produced meets the technical and esthetic requirements for editing.

• Deliver all recorded materials including shot lists and sequences.

• Edit recorded items on appropriate/available editing systems.

• Prepare and write scripts continuity and headlines.

• Report the story either on camera or in voice-over form.

• Be flexible to work regularly for television radio and/or digital platforms.

• Drive a motor vehicle in the performance of the job.

• Get ready to embark on a career-defining experience!

• It is your responsibility to ensure your application includes an up-to-date resum highlighting the skills and qualifications required for this position.

What You Bring:

• Combination of education and experience equivalent to a university degree plus three years practical relevant experience or a college diploma and five years practical relevant experience in the field.

• Excellent writing storytelling and interviewing skills on both digital and broadcast media.

• Ease with live reporting.

• Bilingualism (English/French) required.

• Knowledge of Manitoba local and Franco-Manitoban communities provincial and federal politics and related issues an asset.

• Sensitivity to the countrys French-speaking communities.

• Knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canada journalistic and programming policies.

• 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.

• Understanding of the public broadcasters role and responsibilities.

• Familiarity with in-house production tools an asset: Dalet MediaCentral iNews Scoop and Hindenburg.

• Experience as a videojournalist an asset.

• Valid drivers licence as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canadas insurance company.

Please provide a link to your online demo and articles.

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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