Producer, Creator Network (English Services) (On-Site)

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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 role requires full time on site presence.

CBC is looking for a creative and resourceful Producer to plan organize and execute video projects with a focus on expanding how CBC works with digital video creators. Working under the supervision of the Executive Producer Creator & Video Strategy the successful candidate will join a diverse and vibrant team focused on growing our footprint in the creator economy.

This is a 12-month contract.

Your role

In this role youll oversee the acquisition and production of digital videos working with creators to share and create content across different platforms from social to streaming. You will work closely with content teams across the CBC but also at times independently to bring an aesthetic eye and creative sensibilities to short- and mid-form content.

The ideal candidate will have a background in video production creative storytelling and digital video publishing and know whats happening in the world of digital platforms like YouTube Instagram and Tiktok. Theyll also be able to leverage strong familiarity with and relationships in the creator community to cast and vet new creators who align with CBCs mandate. The ability to successfully communicate pitches both internally and externally with creators is vital. Organization and relationship building will be an important aspect of the role as the successful candidate will manage CBCs creator talent database and check in on the creator work happening across the Entertainment Factual and Sports divisions. The ideal candidate excels in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment enjoys collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and is a strong advocate for inclusion in their work.

Key tasks:

• Identify new video creators of interest to content teams across a wide variety of genres (arts comedy kids lifestyle music sports).

• Acquire and commission content from Canadian digital video creators to share across CBCs publishing platforms.

• Creator communications: from outreach and casting to contracting and commissioning.

• Vet creator content to align with CBCs mandate and optimize digital videos for YouTube Instagram and Tiktok as well as CBC owned and operated platforms.

• Work alongside creators to produce original video content that aligns with CBCs mandate.

• Collaborate with internal teams to facilitate work with Canadian content creators.

• Maintain a database of creators across our content teams.

• Stay up to date on the Canadian creator landscape.

• Develop and strengthen CBCs relationship with Canadian digital video creators.

• Assist with aspects of digital publishing including re-packaging or re-formatting creating social edits and finalizing graphics deliverables.

As required performs the following tasks:

• perform final edit and necessary paperwork/reports.

• direct talent sound and/or image;

• ensure in collaboration with Copyright Clearance Officers or others the proper and accurate clearance of all material.

• arrange for and conduct interviews.

• provide talent and crew with feedback to assist their performance.

• conceive and develop ideas and concepts for video series.

• develop specific story ideas and pieces including the researching writing and/or editing of video material.

You possess:

• A university or equivalent experience along with five or more years of experience in related work.

• Direct experience creating digital video content for YouTube Instagram TikTok or other digital and social platforms.

• A calm-under-pressure attitude and ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with others.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Basic video editing and packaging abilities are an asset.

• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime (when required).

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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