Video Journalist (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.

Are you passionate about current events and visual storytelling Do you want to capture and share the stories that matter most to Islanders Do you dream of joining an organization that is transforming the news media landscape We are looking for a change-maker to join our close-knit dynamic and welcoming team. If you have fresh ideas to elevate our visual content on digital and social platforms this opportunity is for you.

Working both independently and collaboratively you will develop stories that resonate with the local community. You will produce engaging content for our digital platforms; the local radio morning show Le réveil IPE; and Radio-Canada Television.

Working in Prince Edward Island offers a unique opportunity to cover the daily lives of francophone residents and people across the province. You will report on everything from provincial politics to local events with a direct impact on French-speaking communities. It means not only connecting with francophone Islanders and Maritimers but also being their voice to French-speaking audiences in the rest of the country.

Come serve as the eyes and ears of the Radio-Canada team in Charlottetown.

The role

As a Videojournalist you will shoot video write scripts and produce reports for digital platforms newscasts and information programs in line with corporate standards and policies.

Key Tasks:

• Keep up with news through a variety of sources.

• Develop and maintain contact with community leaders and listeners.

• Pitch and be assigned topics for news items reports interviews and special features.

• Research gather evaluate and vet all material on the story being covered.

• Develop stories across multiple platforms tailoring content to fit the specific style and format of those platforms.

• Be comfortable operating cameras and our smartphone reporting tools.

• Conduct interviews assess their relevance and select the appropriate quotes and clips for the story.

• Scout locations. Ensure the highest-quality audio and visuals.

• Select and shoot footage and prepare visual material for your content.

• Act as a key resource for visual storytelling within the P.E.I. team.

• Review footage and prepare shot and sequence lists.

• Pitch story angles.

• Script and narrate your reports.

• Write various copy stories in the style appropriate for the platform.

• Perform editing for your content.

• Convey information through various means (news copy clips packs reports interviews vertical video etc.).

• Deliver live reports and packaged segments on air.

• Inform newsroom management of any event that warrants a news flash or special coverage.

• Ensure the availability of the resources required to produce your stories.

• Drive a news vehicle.

• Ensure your equipment is in proper working order making minor emergency repairs as needed.

• Create a stock shot library and media archive.

• Carry out all other related tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent.

• Three years journalism experience or equivalent.

Skills:

• Extensive general knowledge.

• Good knowledge of current events.

• Knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canadas Journalistic Standards and Practices.

• Solid command of French.

• Deep understanding of issues affecting Prince Edward Island and the Atlantic provinces.

• Strong understanding of regional national and international current events.

• Ability to work in high-pressure environments with considerable deadline constraints and a significant degree of public scrutiny.

• Willingness to learn and tackle new tasks across all Radio-Canada platforms.

• Strong understanding of streaming on web and social media platforms.

• Ability to generate pitch and pursue strong original stories.

• Demonstrated professional experience using various news platforms including digital social radio and television.

• Ability to disseminate complex information to a general audience and across all platforms.

• Interest in shooting and editing video content.

• Ability to present stories live on air from within the studio and out in the field.

• Strong interviewing writing and storytelling skills.

• Knowledge of video and editing techniques.

• Valid drivers license.

• Ability and willingness to work a variety of shifts including early starts late finishes and weekends.

Shortlisted 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 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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