AM Live Reporter (English Services) (On-Site)
AM Live Reporter (English Services) (On-Site)
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Position Title:
AM Live Reporter (English Services) (On-Site)Status of Employment:
PermanentPosition Language Requirement:
EnglishLanguage Skills:
English (First Official Language) English (Reading) English (Speaking) English (Writing)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.
Unposting Date:
:59 PMAre you someone who thrives in a high-paced environment Curious to find out whats going on in your community and help make sense of things for a province-wide audience
Then this CBC News B.C. position may be the perfect opportunity for you.
CBC News British Columbia is looking for an experienced multiplatform reporter to join our team as part of our push for breaking and live news coverage. This is a Vancouver-based role reporting for our digital video television and radio platforms.
Not only do you need to react when news happens but be organized about upcoming events and pitch original angles and stories. This is the perfect role for a quick thinker with strong news judgment and a creative approach to storytelling.
You will put the audience at the centre of your journalism ensuring your work highlights a broad range of perspectives experiences and points of view especially from people who have been traditionally underrepresented in the media.
You will regularly find opportunities to meet new people and expand your network of contacts.
You will ensure that all CBC Journalistic Standards and Practices are met and that our stories are fair balanced accurate thoughtful immediate and resonate with the communities we serve.
Your responsibilities:
Respond quickly to breaking news events as they unfold.
Pitch research gather and produce original story ideas for digital social radio streaming and TV programming that will engage and inform the audience deepen our connections in the community and elevate a range of voices.
Deliver live and developing coverage on multiple platforms.
Distill large amounts of complex information under tight time constraints.
Cultivate and develop working relationships with a large pool of contacts and community members.
Collaborate with colleagues across CBC to develop and break stories plan and produce features and coordinate long-term coverage.
Your profile:
Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced daily news environment.
Ability to work independently with superior problem-solving skills.
Ability to generate pitch and pursue strong original stories that meet the needs of our audiences.
A proven track record of connecting with local communities.
Superior writing skills across platforms and experience in gathering editing and packaging audio and video.
Ability to present stories live on-air from within the studio and out in the field.
Knowledge of emerging storytelling formats and willingness to embrace change and new tasks across all CBC platforms.
A proven work ethic strong communication skills and a positive team-first attitude.
A strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.
Possession of a valid drivers licence and a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canadas insurance company.
University degree in journalism or equivalent with a minimum of three years of recent related experience.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as required.
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.
Primary Location:
700 Hamilton Street Vancouver British Columbia V6B 4A2Number of Openings:
1Work Schedule:
Full timeEmployment Type
Full-Time
