Regional Assignment Editor (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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Your Role

Radio-Canada Acadie is seeking a Assignment Editor (regional) for New Brunswick.

Reporting to the Senior Manager (journalism) and working in close collaboration with the daily assignment desk (front line) you will be primarily responsible for the long-term planning special and high-impact files.

Working with our journalistic teams you will oversee the coordination and organization of original human-interest and exclusive coverage. You will also collaborate with producers news editors and other members of the editorial team to maximize the impact of these stories across all our platforms. Significant emphasis is placed on the reach of this content within the digital landscape.

Equipped with a solid understanding of New Brunswick current events and Radio-Canadas Journalistic Standards and Practices you demonstrate creativity and innovation. Your big-picture vision and ability to adapt to changing situations allow you to organize work effectively. You have a keen interest in digital platforms and a strong command of their conventions.

This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Your profile:

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent.

• Five (5) years of experience in journalism or equivalent.

Skills:

• Extensive general knowledge and a deep understanding of regional news and realities.

• Mastery of French; excellent knowledge of the other official language (English).

• In-depth knowledge of newsroom logistics (Radio Web and TV).

• Deep understanding of digital formats and codes (an asset).

• Strong command of medium-specific writing techniques and production methods.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Corporations Journalistic Standards and Practices.

Skills and Other Requirements:

• Ability to plan organize and coordinate the daily work of radio television and digital journalists under tight deadlines and high-pressure environments.

• Ability to anticipate and coordinate journalistic subjects on a long-term schedule.

• Strong leadership and autonomy.

• Familiarity with production software (Dalet MediaCentral INews) used at Radio-Canada is an asset.

• Valid drivers license.

If your application is shortlisted you will undergo:

• A theoretical test related to the position.

• A French language proficiency test.

• An interview.

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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