Associate Producer (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 Saskatoon Morning (English Services) (On-Site)

Your role

CBC Saskatchewan is looking for an associate producer to join our team working on Saskatoon Morning our morning current affairs radio show based in Saskatoon.

This is a full-time one-year contract position.

Under the direction of the producer you will chase and produce compelling radio interviews and stories that provide audiences with the news and community connection points they need to know each day. You will also look after morning technical and directing duties during the show.

You are calm and level-headed in a high-paced environment. You are a team player who works well with others. You know a good story when you see one and are always keen to chase. Youre comfortable on air giving live updates doing weather or bantering with the host.

You have a proven track record in live-to-air radio and are skilled in gathering and mixing audio elements for broadcast. You can also create content for multiple platforms and demonstrate exceptional skills in verbal and written communication as well as story generation.

Your story pitches will reflect the breadth and complexity of the experience in Saskatoon and the rest of Saskatchewan. You have an abundance of original ideas and great community contacts. You find creative ways to reflect the news stories of the day on Saskatoon Morning. After the show you will be keen to leave the building and gather stories in the community.

You see the full audio video and text possibilities of your story pitches.

You are passionate about championing stories and sources from Saskatoons diverse communities and you know that every story needs to include a range of perspectives.

As someone with a deep working knowledge of Saskatchewan you understand its political landscape and its resource-driven economy. Your work highlights how these issues affect the day-to-day lives of the people who live here. And you work to get your stories in front of our broad range of audiences on radio online social TV and streaming.

Your responsibilities:

• Pitch and produce original stories that deepen Saskatoon Mornings community connections and elevate a range of voices.

• Tech and direct the live show ensuring excellence in audio quality.

• Chase and book guests that reflect the days top local news

• Conduct research and interviews gather audio write radio scripts and package and present content.

• Vet edit and make editorial decisions independently

• Chase breaking stories.

• Support station-wide initiatives including the video strategy.

• Ensure the program has ample opportunity for audience interaction

• Troubleshoot and solve problems that arise during live broadcasts.

• Play a key role in programming music sound effects and/or actuality that fits the mandate of the show.

Your profile:

• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced daily news environment.

• Ability to generate pitch and pursue strong story ideas.

• A strong proven connection to the communities we serve in both Regina and the province.

• An understanding of Saskatchewans political landscape economic drivers and demographics.

• A proven work ethic and a positive team-first attitude.

• Superior writing vetting and editing skills.

• Willingness to learn and tackle new tasks across all CBC platforms (Video radio digital).

• Sound news judgment and ability to work effectively under newsroom deadline pressure.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; a standout colleague.

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

• Must possess a valid drivers licence as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canadas insurance company other classes considered an asset.

• University degree in journalism or equivalent with a minimum of two years of recent related experience.

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

• Ability to chase and follow several stories at once prioritizing and managing time.

• Strong broadcast writing and audio editing skills.

Please include any additional documentation or a link to your best work or website in your cover letter.

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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