Associate Producer assigned to visuals CBC News Calgary( English 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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Associate Producer assigned to visuals - CBC News Calgary

CBC Calgary is seeking a skilled associate producer to join our visual storytelling team

A forward-thinking self-starter you thrive in the fast-paced high-pressure world of news.

Reporting to the Senior Producer Visuals you will edit package and deliver content for CBC News platforms including digital video platforms (FAST YouTube etc.) and television. With the creative use of video still images graphics and other visual storytelling techniques you know how to package video. You also have the tech savvy to support the visuals team in going live on streaming platforms for breaking news storiesreaching audiences where they are and when they need us.

As someone who lives and breathes the news you are a critical thinker and an excellent communicator with an abundance of original story pitches and excellent writing skills. That includes the ability to write video titles and descriptions for social media platforms. You have the skills to gather content from the field

You are just as comfortable working to the tight deadlines of our multiple daily news video deliveries as you are with deliverables on a longer timeline. You enjoy both collaborating with colleagues and doing independent work. You are a strong problem solver and reliable trouble-shooter.

In this role you will ensure that all CBC journalistic standards are met and that our stories are fair balanced accurate impartial and told with integrity.

You understand the people who live and work 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. You are hungry to learn new things and receive feedback on your turn you love sharing your high-level skills and experience with others as a mentor in the craft of video editing.

This role requires a full-time on site presence. The regular schedule for this position is Monday to Friday. The successful candidate must be flexible around working varied shifts including early mornings evenings and weekends.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Excellent video editing skills.

• Excellent critical thinking skills.

• Strong writing skills

• Creative visual storytelling experience.

• Demonstrated editorial judgment in breaking news and enterprise journalism.

• In depth knowledge of video and audio standards file formats and codecs

• Knowledge of video production systems such as the Avid ecosystem or Adobe Premiere Pro or similar as well as software-based mixing systems

• Ability to develop content including gathering researching creating and manipulating

• Knowledge of user-generated content and social media techniques and policies.

• Experience with daily deliverables and the ability to respond to the pressures of breaking news

• Ability to manage large volumes of fast-moving information and ensure material is directed appropriately.

• Strong organizational skills; ability to handle a variety of functions quickly and efficiently and meet multiple deadlines on multiple platforms.

• Strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.

• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime is required.

• A post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience along with three years of experience relevant to journalism during which the candidate would gain exposure to daily journalism and video technology.

• Valid drivers license and 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 or submit an MP4. Demo not to exceed five minutes.

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 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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