Writer (BC)-News Delivery - Jobs in Burnaby, BC

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Are you creative, dynamic and passionate Do you like to think outside of the box and find new ways to achieve your goals Corus Entertainment has an exciting opportunity for you. If you have a passion for excellence, and would like to work for Corus Entertainment, we encourage you to apply.About the Role:Global BC is looking for two Fulltime Writers to join the #1 newsroom in Western Canada. Reporting to the Assistant News Director, these positions will include various shifts including regular weekends and overnights. These are Group 2 positions under the current collective agreement.Youll be working on things like:

• Write compelling, accurate news copy for all platforms including story leads, segment leads, bumpers, promos and news ticker;
• Update, rewrite and refresh information as necessary;
• Cut down/reformat news content from reporter stories;
• Write and voice stories for CKNW 980 newscasts and globalnews.ca
• Monitor all news sources and be on top of breaking news and developing situations;
• Assist in breaking news coverage, including helping coordinate live coverage, setting up interviews for broadcast, and facilitating pictures and video for all platforms;
• Research and arrange interviews for news stories and shows when required;
• Assist with show guests;
• Communicate with and assign field crews when necessary;
• Maintain Global News high production standards;
• Some desktop editing;
• News switchboard duties, including answering phone calls from the public and dealing appropriately with inquiries and news tips;
• Other duties as required.

If you have the following... we want to hear from you!:

• Post-secondary degree, diploma or equivalent in Broadcast Journalism from a recognized institution;
• Some experience working in a newsroom;
• Strong news sense with ability to recognize, chase and help develop relevant news content;
• Solid research abilities;
• Strong news writing skills with the ability to write accurate, concise and creative copy for live newscasts;
• Ability to make quick, informed decisions and handle the demands and pressure of multiple, daily online and broadcast deadlines;
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to act independently and work effectively in a team environment;
• Comprehensive computer knowledge, including knowledge of leading edge newsroom management systems (i.e. ENPS) and editing programs;
• Willingness to adapt to rapidly changing technology and workflows, including learning new online skills in a multi-faceted digital news operation;
• Experience and ease with social media sites and ability to write and/or produce web copy;
• Manage content through social media an asset;
• Must have strong communication and people skills.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive benefits package and access to free mental health supports;
• The Corus U and Global News Academy programs;
• Free internal networking and learning opportunities with talented, award-winning journalists via
• Joint union/management education fund available for approved external courses;
• Strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion through employee-led resource groups;
• Opportunities for social engagement with colleagues available throughout the year;
• Onsite perks such as cafeteria, gym, electric vehicle charging stations, free parking, and close to transit.

Deadline for applications is Oct. 28th, 2022Why CorusCorus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day.We have a passionate drive to connect with the world around us: to express, to share, to be part of peoples lives. Walk around our offices, our stations, our studios across the country and youll feel it. Youll see it in action.Youll see it in the open communication and the approachability of our people. Youll see it in our care for quality work and the interest in new, creative solutions. Youll see it in how we work with external partners, and how we care about our communities. These are all core to the values we commit to living each and every day - Win Together, Think Beyond, Make It Happen, Learn Every Day, Show We Care. Our values describe what makes us, and our workplace pretty unique - and amazing.At Corus we value and actively involve the full range of what makes people unique in order to create a strong and innovative company where amazing people thrive. A company where people have the full opportunity to show their unique value and develop their potential. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of colour, people with disabilities, people from all gender and sexually diverse communities and people with intersectional identities.Corus is also committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.How to ApplyIf youre interested in this role, click apply now.

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