Associate Producer-Investigative Unit (I Unit), 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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CBC News is hiring a permanent full-time Associate Producer to work for CBCs Investigative Unit.

The IUnit is responsible for delivering highly original investigative content to all platforms. Our team is closely allied with all News programs for whom we generate stories that are relevant relatable and reflective of our audiences. The IUnit also produces deeper-dive investigations that bring depth and context to breaking stories.

The successful candidate will have wide-ranging hard research skills and a solid track record for finding people documents and other data to support investigative storytelling. The candidate will also have a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other journalists to deliver high quality investigative journalism formatted for multiple platforms.

As an associate producer you will be expected to handle multiple files simultaneously This will include conducting basic research and environmental scans on story proposals seeking out possible sources developing a research file and/or report generating spreadsheets or other reference tools and materials as needed fact-checking information and confirming/ensuring our right to use images .

The successful candidate will have a solid understanding of the journalistic and production requirements needed to contribute to the development of material across multiple platforms (digital video audio).They will have an aptitude for conceiving gathering and packaging stories and shorts on social media . Additionally they will instinctively understand audiences who seek CBC content on platforms including YouTube and TikTok.

In this pressure-filled environment its essential to be able to calmly face down challenges whether they be logistics around gathering in the field or the need to pivot quickly on a changing story. Even under tight timelines our teams are expected to take time to ensure our stories reflect a range of views and people wherever they live in Canada.

In covering a broad scope of stories we need to be as diverse as the country we serve both within our workforce and on air. As a team we 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.

Working under the direction and supervision of the leadership team the successful candidate will be a proven journalist with exceptional critical thinking skills. The successful candidate must welcome feedback and be ready to adapt to changes resulting from editorial and legal vetting of submitted material.

Along with their editorial strengths communication skills and exceptional creativity the successful candidate will be a committed team player.

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With appropriate direction from the Executive and Senior Producers the Associate Producer participates in the research gathering production and post-production of a program and/or program segment. Initiative and independent judgment are encouraged and valued and actions taken must adhere to CBC journalistic and/or program policies practices and standards.

Key Tasks:

• Contributes ideas; pitches pursues and collects research and information.

• Seeks out sources of information and possible guests

• Assists in developing digital audio and video content including writing researching fact-checking all material and/or editing

• Conducts field research and production as required

• Participates in the story-vetting process.

• Sources interviewees develops background material for Producer/Host.

• Writes edits and packages stories for social and digital formats like TikTok YouTube

You are responsible for providing an updated resumé and highlighting the qualifications and skills required for this position.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• University degree or equivalent. Degree in journalism or equivalent experience is considered to be an asset for this role.

• A minimum of two years of relevant experience with exposure to multi-platform content production is preferred

• Developed understanding of the legal considerations that are key to investigative work

• Exceptional online investigative research skills: data skills considered an asset

• Proven track record pitching researching and delivering investigative content

• Broad experience in all aspects of story production including conducting pre-interviews research fact checking and ensuring stories meet CBCs Journalistic Standards and Practices and legal requirements.

• Sharp and creative writing ability

• Cultural awareness and sensitivity and connection to diverse communities.

• Excellent editorial judgment and critical-thinking skills.

• Creative approach and commitment to innovative story-telling across platforms.

• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment and with tight deadlines without sacrificing creativity or quality.

• Ability to take critical feedback and incorporate it into the work.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal including the ability to clearly explain concepts to peers.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns and methods.

• Independent and self-motivated combined with the ability to work well in a team environment.

• Proven track record of ensuring a diversity of voices is reflected in storytelling. Contributes to the diversity of perspectives on the team.

• High level of organization and productivity.

• Able to work flexible hours.

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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