Reporter/Editor, assigned to Arts and Culture (French Services) (On Site)

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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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This role requires full time on site presence.

Your role

As a Reporter/Editor in Winnipeg your primary objective is to perform reporting and editorial assignments related to investigating researching gathering and writing news and current affairs stories in a variety of formats. You will contribute to arts reporting for ICI Manitoba. This is an exciting opportunity to report on the arts for television for radio and the web. You will produce and deliver original arts stories with a creative use of sound/video and a diversity of voices. You will also provide up-to-the-minute coverage of arts events. This will require that you develop and maintain contact with a variety of sources and work closely with your program unit. You will prepare and present news and current affairs reports and programs for CBC/Radio-Canada including stand-ups script/clips news copy interviews talk/tapes and other treatments. As required you will perform other production or administrative duties to ensure that the newsroom program unit or station runs smoothly.

Please note:

• The work schedule may include weekend shifts.

• Superior French-language skills are required.

Function

Performs reporting and editorial assignments related to the gathering writing and presentation of program material for French Services. Work is governed by CBC journalistic and programming policies and standards. Advice and guidance are regularly available but there is latitude for initiative and independent judgement. There may be opportunities to coordinate the work of others and close cooperation with the program unit is essential.

For reference purposes the successful candidate will be mainly assigned to arts coverage.

Key Tasks:
Develops and maintains contacts with a variety of sources
Conducts analysis of facts and information gathered and draws conclusions or raises issues requiring further investigation
Prepares and writes scripts continuity and headlines
Gathers and reports information from various sources
Decides which elements should be included in an item their order length and sequence as well as the method of transition from one element to another
Contributes ideas or program content; participates in the preparation of program objectives

As required perform the following tasks:

• Critically edit material written by others.

• Determine in accordance with established routine the sequence and timing of the elements that make up a newscast which is typically of a predetermined format and for which the majority of content is supplied.

• Liaise with other staff to ensure required material is available.

• Select music and effects.

• Present information and/or analysis on air in a variety of formats.

• Follow particular areas of current public interest or concern.

• Perform other production or administrative tasks associated with the smooth functioning of the newsroom program unit or station.

• The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to any or all editorial platforms as required.

Exigences

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

Objective Criteria:

• University degree in journalism or equivalent.

• Three years of directly related experience that includes proven ability in the field and knowledge of the broadcasting industry.

• Excellent reporting and interviewing skills.

• Bilingualism (French-English) is required.

• Knowledge of Manitoba affairs and Franco-Mabitoban community issues in the cultural scene.

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

• Ability to work flexible hours and on weekends as needed.

• Understanding of the public broadcasters role and responsibilities.

• Must possess a valid drivers license as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canadas insurance company.

Subjective Criteria:

• Comfortable reporting live.

• Ability to work with a variety of teams.

• Critical mind.

• Proven ability to work in a high-stress tight-deadline environment.

• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

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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