Assignment Editor

Rogers Sports & Media; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative media company is seeking a passionate Part-time Temporary Assignment Editor to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for supporting newsgathering efforts and editorial focus for special projects and daily news. The ideal candidate will possess strong editorial judgment and exceptional communication skills, enabling them to produce impactful content for diverse audiences. You will coordinate resources, manage coverage, and stay informed on social media trends to enhance storytelling. Join a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and collaboration in shaping the future of media.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an editorial role within a newsroom.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interviews and guide ENG operators on editorial focus.
• Respond quickly and accurately to breaking news.
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts to support newsgathering.

Skills

Editorial Judgment

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Writing Skills

Social Media Trends Awareness

Education

Degree in Journalism

Diploma in Broadcasting

Tools

Inception NRCS

Newsroom Computer Software

Job description

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

OMNI Television, Canada’s only multilingual and multicultural television station, is seeking a passionate, team-oriented, and innovative Part-time Temporary Assignment Editor with a can-do attitude to support newsgathering for special projects and weekends in our Vancouver, BC location. This is a part-time role that will help support efforts in resource allocation and editorial focus on special projects and daily news gathering.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong knowledge of daily national news and broader issues impacting the communities we serve. You will be able to work collaboratively, mindful of OMNI’s diverse audiences. Sound editorial judgment and exceptional communication skills are essential to produce impactful content.

What You Will Do...

1. Work with producers and bureau managers to assign resources.
2. Coordinate interviews and guide ENG operators on editorial focus.
3. Organize and book feeds.
4. Support producers in resource allocation for special series or presentations.
5. Provide editorial insights for special series or presentations.
6. Respond quickly and accurately to breaking news.
7. Coordinate coverage and technical arrangements with other departments or broadcast partners.
8. Liaise with reporters, editors, cameras, and producers on story updates and content gathering.
9. Develop and maintain a network of contacts to support newsgathering.
10. Stay informed on social media trends and utilize them for story chasing.
11. Respond to and chase news tips.
12. Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring...

1. At least 3 years of experience in an editorial role within a newsroom.
2. Field experience as a writer, reporter, or producer is an asset but not required.
3. Excellent communication, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
4. Proficiency with newsroom computer software; knowledge of Inception NRCS is an asset.
5. Degree or diploma in journalism or broadcasting, or equivalent experience.
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines.
7. A team-oriented attitude.

To protect our people, brand, and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. Additional checks such as credit and driver’s abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Part-time
Shift: Weekend
Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we consider all applicants. We support candidates experiencing disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our recruiters to discuss any accommodations needed to ensure you can perform your best work. For questions, visit our Recruitment Process FAQ.