Videojournalist (French Services) - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Job Family Programming (TV-Radio-Web)Primary Location HalifaxPosition Language Requirement Bilingual (English / French)Language Skill Level (Reading) BLanguage Skill Level (Writing) BLanguage Skill Level (Speaking) BStatus of Employment TemporaryWork schedule(s) Full-timeWork at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt 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.Please note this is a 12-month temporary opportunity with the possibility of extension.Your roleAre you a resourceful, collaborative team player who is passionate about local news and current events, excels at both breaking news and storytelling and has a strong interest in uncovering issues that matter to your audienceICI Acadie is looking for an experienced videojournalist based in Halifax to support its coverage in Nova Scotia. A keen observer and critical thinker, you must be able to analyze a broad range of issues in a newsroom focused on producing original content.You are intimately familiar with the Maritimes, bringing a deep understanding of its political landscape, economy, French-speaking community and the issues affecting that community. Your job is to learn and share new perspectives.In this role, you will operate independently under the direction of the Associate Managing Editor to research, gather, package and present stories for TV, radio and our digital platforms. You will ensure that all CBC/Radio-Canada journalistic standards are met and that our stories are fair, balanced, accurate, thoughtful and immediate, and that they resonate with the communities we serve.Your responsibilities:

• Pitch, research, write and produce original story ideas for TV programming that will engage and inform the audience, deepen our connections in the Maritimes and elevate a range of voices.
• Regularly present stories on air, providing analysis and context to enhance the audience’s understanding of issues.
• Respond quickly to breaking news events as they unfold.
• Regularly produce original content and adapt CBC content.
• Distill large amounts of complex information under tight time constraints.
• Cultivate and develop working relationships with a large pool of sources and contacts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and break stories, plan features and co-ordinate long-term coverage.

This is a full-time position that will be assigned from Thursday to Sunday.We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Ability to generate, pitch and pursue strong, original stories
• Excellent command of French; working knowledge of English (comprehension and expression)
• Knowledge of the Maritimes, and specifically the region’s French-speaking residents
• Demonstrated professional experience using various news platforms, including digital, social, radio and television
• Ability to disseminate complex information to a general audience and across all platforms
• Interest in shooting and editing video content
• Ability to present stories live on air, from within the studio and out in the field
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments with considerable deadline constraints and a significant degree of public scrutiny
• Willingness to learn and tackle new tasks across all Radio-Canada platforms
• Strong understanding of streaming on web and social media platforms
• Ability to forge positive team relationships and keenness to work on a team that values collaboration and transparency
• Strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; a standout colleague
• Ability to work independently with superior problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s licence as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada’s insurance company (other classes considered an asset)
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including early starts, late finishes and weekends

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.If this sounds interesting, please click on Apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s 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. That’s 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 Canada’s 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 recruitment@cbc.ca.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 interest. In 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.Job Posting Date Sep 13, 2022, 1:37:13 PMUnposting Date Sep 27, 2022, 10:59:00 PMQuick Apply

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