Announcer Operator, Assigned to Versioning (On-Site)

CBC/Radio-Canada; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian media organization in Iqaluit is seeking an Announcer Operator for Inuktitut versioning, focusing on preparing and presenting program material for radio and television. Ideal candidates will have strong Inuktitut and English language skills, a deep understanding of Inuit culture, and previous broadcasting experience is beneficial. This full-time role involves preparation, translation, and on-air presentation of local news. Candidates will undergo skills testing and are expected to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
• Previous broadcasting experience would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of material for broadcast in Inuktitut.
• Translating and presenting live or recorded voice-over English and Inuktitut clips.
• Present Inuktitut radio newscast in the afternoons.
• Translate and present summaries of international news.

Skills

Deep understanding of Inuit culture, history, language and cultural practices

Excellent Inuktitut language skills

Good skills in English

Previous interpreter/translator experience

Strong team player

Previous broadcasting experience

Good computer skills

Good organizational skills

Job description

Position Title

Announcer Operator, Assigned to Versioning (On-Site)

Status of Employment

Permanent

Position Language Requirement

English, Inuktitut

Language Skills

English (First Official Language), English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing), Inuktitut (Reading), Inuktitut (Speaking), Inuktitut (Writing)

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.

Unposting Date

2026-01-02 11:59 PM

This role requires full time on site presence.

Your role

CBC Nunavut in Iqaluit delivers news and current affairs through our digital, radio and television platforms in both Inuktitut and English. We are looking for people who are interested in developing a journalistic career with CBC in Nunavut. We are seeking an Announcer, assigned to Inuktitut versioning. You will perform tasks associated with the preparation and on-air presentation of program material on television, radio and online. Work is governed by CBC programming and/or journalistic policies and standards but there is some latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Key Tasks

• Preparation of material for broadcast in Inuktitut.
• Translating and presenting live or recorded voice-over English and Inuktitut clips.
• Translating, voicing-over longer pieces that are produced by local, network and by regional reporters.
• Present Inuktitut radio newscast in the afternoons.
• Translate and present summaries of international news.
• Prepare and edit Inuktitut/English “phoner boards” and other graphics for television.
• copy-edit written material for broadcast.
• carry out general presentation and voicing of station and weather breaks, announcements, promotional and other on-air material.
• Back up hosting of television and radio programs.

We are looking for

• Deep understanding of Inuit culture, history, language and cultural practices.
• Excellent Inuktitut language skills, and good skills in English.
• Previous interpreter/translator experience and/or training
• Strong team player, able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Previous broadcasting experience would be an asset
• Good computer skills
• Good organizational skills.

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.

Background Checks

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.

EEO Statement

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 [e-mail].

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.

Primary Location

101-350 Queen Elizabeth Way, Iqaluit, Nunavut, X0A 2H0

Number of Openings

1

Work Schedule

Full time