Director, Digital Audio Development and Production (French Services) (TeleworkHybrid)

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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.

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This is a hybrid position with a mix of in-office and remote work. Work arrangements will be discussed with hiring managers per departmental guidelines.

One-year temporary position (maternity leave).

Your Role

Reporting to the Senior Director Digital Strategy Content Licensing and Audience Development you will oversee the development production and promotion of Radio-Canadas original digital audio content (podcasts and audiobooks).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop the programming strategy for podcast content and audiobooks in conjunction with the Director Independent Productions.

• Identify select and launch high-potential podcast projects designing promotional strategies that align with management objectives.

• Oversee the development management and in-house production of original podcast and audiobook content assigned to project leads or to collaborators from other Radio-Canada business units.

• Execute content marketing distribution and promotional strategies in conjunction with other Radio-Canada departments.

• Help develop and refine editorial guidelines for all digital audio properties.

• Identify opportunities and manage new business models for production distribution promotion or monetization.

• Prospect new audiences identify emerging trends and implement audience growth strategies.

• Assess in-house productions.

• Identify scout train and manage talent to establish a centre of excellence for digital audio production.

• Manage teams budgets and production resources in an agile flexible and innovative way.

What You Bring

• University degree in communications or equivalent with at least eight years relevant professional experience.

• Proven track record in audiovisual content production and project management.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships and professional relationships across business units.

• Proven skills at managing human resources.

• Sharp business development acumen.

• Strong communication and influencing skills and sound judgment.

• Strategic mindset with a passion for innovation.

• Bilingualism (English and French).

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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