Digital Associate Producer (On-Site) (English Services)

Radio-Canada; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national broadcasting organization is seeking a Digital Associate Producer in Yellowknife to produce content for radio and online platforms. The ideal candidate has a background in journalism, excellent storytelling skills, and experience in digital media production. Responsibilities include pitching, researching, and reporting stories, as well as collaborating with the digital team. This is a full-time temporary position until September 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Experience with various radio and digital production tools.
• Ability to write news and feature stories and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, research and report stories for The Trailbreaker and related programs.
• Embed with the current affairs team to chase and book guests.
• Produce and package items suitable for cbc.ca/north.

Skills

Journalism skills

Story pitching

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree in journalism or related field

Tools

Content management systems

Audio recording software

Photo editing tools

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Digital Associate Producer (On-Site) (English Services). Status of Employment: Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term). Position Language Requirement: Language Skills. 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. This role is on site in Yellowknife, Nunavut or Northwest Territories region as noted below, with full-time on-site presence. This is a full-time temporary position until September 2026. Unposting Date: 2025-09-22 11:59 PM.

CBC Northwest Territories (NWT) is seeking a digital associate producer to work with our current affairs team in Yellowknife. The successful candidate will be responsible for pitching, researching and reporting stories for our flagship morning current affairs program, The Trailbreaker, as well as our noon and afternoon shows. The candidate will also be responsible for writing web stories using the same material.

We are seeking a team player who can add depth to our radio programming and website. Embedding with our current affairs team, you will be responsible for chasing and booking guests, writing greens and preparing items for the radio. Working in consultation with our digital team, you will also produce and package items suitable for cbc.ca/north. This will include sourcing photos, writing headlines, and working with our content management system.

The successful candidate will bring a passion for journalism, strong writing skills and the ability to tell rich, complex stories on multiple platforms. We are also seeking someone able to work effectively with a small team in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, research and report stories for The Trailbreaker and related programs; write web stories using the same material.

• Embed with the current affairs team to chase and book guests, write greens, and prepare items for radio.

• Produce and package items suitable for cbc.ca/north in collaboration with the digital team; source photos, write headlines, and manage content in the CMS.

• Contribute to both radio programming and online content with a clear, engaging storytelling style across platforms.

• Work in a deadline-driven environment as part of a small team.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in journalism or a related field with a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Experience with various radio and digital production tools, including content management systems, social media, audio recording and editing software, photo editing and other publishing tools.
• Ability to write news and feature stories and meet deadlines.
• Ability to pitch and chase stories.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the Northwest Territories and its people and communities.
• Knowledge of a language Indigenous to the territory will be considered a major asset.

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.

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.

Compliance and Diversity

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. We value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where individual differences are recognized and valued. 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 by emailing [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. If you become an employee, inform us quickly of any situation that could be a conflict of interest.

Location and Availability

Primary Location: 5002 Forrest Drive, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, X1A 2A9

Number Of Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Full time