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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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RDI is seeking three (3) newsroom journalists to work in its Montreal newsroom.

Initial assignments include:

• One position with an early morning weekday schedule.

• One position assigned to daytime programming on weekdays and/or weekends.

• One position to meet variable production needs with a schedule that may include weekdays and/or weekends evenings as well as daytime.

These assignments are indicative and may be subject to change.

These are permanent full-time positions. Please indicate in your cover letter which assignment(s) you are interested in.

Your role

As a newsroom journalist you will be responsible for writing scripts preparing presentations and producing audio and visual edits for news programs.

You must be able to write with clarity and rigor on current events and social issues in accordance with the journalistic standards and practices of CBC/Radio-Canada.

This role requires full-time on-site presence.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent

• Three (3) years journalism experience

Skills:

• Extensive general knowledge

• Excellent knowledge of current events

• Strong television writing skills

• Experience in digital journalism is an asset

• Strong knowledge of editing and production techniques for TV newscasts is an asset

• Ability to analyze synthesize and think critically

• Superior French language skills

• Proficiency in English (reading and speaking) is an asset

• Understanding of CBC/Radio-Canadas Journalistic Standards and Practices

• Ability to work well under pressure

• Ability and willingness to work evening and weekend shifts

Selected candidates will be tested as follows:

• Tests related to the position

• 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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