ResearcherReporter (French Services)

Montreal - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Title:

Researcher/Reporter (French Services)

Status of Employment:

Permanent

Position Language Requirement:

French

Language Skills:

French (Reading) French (Speaking) French (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 PM

ICI RDI is seeking two (2) researchers/reporters to work in the Montreal newsroom.

One researcher will be assigned to the 2460 newsmagazine while the other will be assigned based on operational requirements.

Your role

In this role you will research pitch and prepare content and interviews in line with the program mandate and CBC/Radio-Canadas Journalistic Standards and Practices.

These are both full-time permanent positions. Please note that working hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.

Key tasks:

Suggest story ideas/angles and potential guests.
Research assess and vet information on stories being covered for the program host and/or program contributors; select and edit visual clips as required.
Find and choose interviewees; suggest and write interview questions and scripts; prepare research packs (press digests pre-interview/interview question lines).
Handle interview logistics (guests arrival time fees parking makeup etc.).
Plan for future shows and update the upcoming-event calendar.
Interest in and knack for digital media an asset.
Carry out all other related tasks as needed.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree or equivalent
Two (2) years journalism experience or equivalent

Skills:

Excellent knowledge of regional national and international current events obtained from various sources
Solid knowledge of Quebec and federal politics
Extensive general knowledge
Very good knowledge of research tools and techniques
Ability to find good contacts
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all parties and contributors involved in the shows production
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and work well in a team
Ability to work quickly and under pressure
Strong understanding of CBC/Radio-Canadas Journalistic Standards and Practices
Excellent command of spoken and written French
Proficiency in English is an asset
Availability to work irregular hours

Shortlisted candidates will be tested as follows:

Interview
Editorial tests

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.

Primary Location:

1000 Rue Papineau Montreal Quebec H2K 0C2

Number of Openings:

Work Schedule:

Full time

Required Experience:

Position Title: Researcher/Reporter (French Services)Status of Employment:PermanentPosition Language Requirement:FrenchLanguage Skills:French (Reading) French (Speaking) French (Writing)Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt CBC/Radio-Canada we create content that informs entertains and connects Canadians on mu...