Associate Producer, Creator network/diversification (English Services) - Jobs in Ottawa, ON

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Job Family Programming (TV-Radio-Web)Primary Location OttawaPosition Language Requirement English OnlyLanguage Skill Level (Reading) -Language Skill Level (Writing) -Language Skill Level (Speaking) -Status of Employment PermanentWork 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.Your roleAs Canada’s national public broadcaster, diversity shapes the content we deliver every day. CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to reflecting Canada’s diversity in its workforce, as well as across all of its platforms.CBC Ottawa is looking for a creative, innovative and imaginative journalist for a new role as associate producer for the expanding content diversification and creator network unit.This position is unique in Ottawa’s newsroom. Reporting to the producer of this unit, you will work to pull together compelling, original digital content that pushes the boundaries of our storytelling, focussing on diverse voices and experiences, told in innovative ways, ranging from first-person written pieces to photography to video and everything in between (with an eye to sharing these stories on other broadcast platforms and social media). You will also help to create and mentor a community of content creators, finding a home for their diverse perspectives at CBC Ottawa.Your strengths are both in imaginative storytelling and developing relationships with potential sources, audience members and freelancers to find perspectives and develop projects that are firmly rooted in this community but that are also surprising to our audience.Strong journalism, storytelling and relationship-building skills are needed, as well as an ability to write and edit. Video skills are an asset, but an interest in learning new ways of video storytelling is more important, alongside a genuine interest in exploring digital storytelling tools. An interest in mentoring and interacting with those outside the CBC is key, as well as a strong ability to communicate and share your work internally. An independent-thinker who can juggle multiple projects on multiple timelines is essential.As the primary associate producer for this unit, you will pitch original ideas that connect with the community as well as innovative treatments that help stories resonate with diverse audiences. You will assist in developing digital content including researching, writing, editing, organizing shoots and reviewing freelancer work as needed. You will work both on your own projects, and help produce others’ work for publication/broadcast.There is a requirement to develop meaningful stories and contacts as well as ensure a diversity of voices and perspectives in all treatments. Work must adhere to CBC journalistic and/or show policies, practices and standards, but initiative and independent judgment are required.Key Tasks:Contributes ideas for content and suggestions for treatment of original, compelling and people-focused stories in Ottawa.Develops and maintains contacts in a range of diverse communities around the region.Seeks out and connects with content creators and emerging talent from diverse and digital communities.Develops relationships with creators new to CBC, mentoring them and creating a sense of belonging for them within the CBC.Assists in developing content including writing, researching, editing, preparing questioning, setting up shoots, developing the writing or ideas of othersWrites and posts, as required, a variety of digital content including social mediaPotential to gather visual material including video and photographs to enhance digital, print, and social media platforms as required.Adheres to the Journalistic Standards and Practices of the CBC.Some familiarity with media agreements, Business & Rights, budgets.Supports creative storytelling on multiple platforms.Manages multiple projects on different timelinesCommunicates and collaborates effectively across multiple departmentsGenerally works to expand the range of non-news content by Ottawa creators and for an Ottawa audienceActs as a CBC ambassador in Ottawa’s production and creative communities.We are looking for a candidate with the following:University degree or equivalent.Three years’ practical and relevant experience.An understanding of local journalism, and the tools needed to produce it.A strong sense of journalistic storytelling with an awareness of contemporary political, economic, cultural and social issues of importance to this community, paired with a good understanding of the needs of the Ottawa audience.A deep understanding and appreciation of diversity of perspective, opinion and experience and the ability to tell stories from those perspectives.Must have strong creative judgement, initiative and a high degree of responsibility for the quality of work throughout the complete production cycle.Strong visual storytelling skills and experience giving stories different visual treatments, as well as an interest in exploring video storytelling.Ability to generate, pitch and pursue strong, creative and original story ideas and treatments.Ability to seek out new voices and freelancers and develop relationships with audience members and potential collaborators.Knowledge of the digital space and trends as well as social media.A demonstrated connection to diverse communities within the Ottawa area as well as a commitment to producing journalism for audiences that are often underserved and/or underrepresented.Excellent communication, interpersonal and outreach skills .Excellent writing and editing skills.Strong team player but an independent thinker.Able to keep track of a number of simultaneous activities and prioritize and plan.Strong critical and thinking skills (familiarity with CBC’s Journalistic Standards and Practices is essential).Ability to give effective feedback and coach emerging content creators.This is an English-language position. Ability to speak, read and write in French is a strong asset.A valid drivers license is an asset.Curiosity, imagination and flexibility.Please include additional documentation or a link to your work in your cover letter.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 8, 2021, 1:25:00 PMUnposting Date Sep 23, 2021, 1:59:00 AMQuick Apply

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