Senior Digital Writer, ICI Grand Nord (French Services)

CBC/Radio-Canada; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Digital Writer to join their dynamic team in the Far North. This full-time, on-site role involves crafting compelling articles and coordinating multimedia content that resonates with diverse audiences. You'll collaborate with talented reporters and videojournalists, ensuring high journalistic standards while covering vital stories in the region. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about storytelling, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact on Canadian media.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in online/digital media and news writing.
• Strong editorial judgment and familiarity with CBC/Radio-Canada standards.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit original articles daily covering relevant stories.
• Coordinate digital news content and manage assignments efficiently.

Skills

Journalistic Skills

Digital News Experience

Editorial Judgment

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Knowledge of Current Events

Cultural Sensitivity

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

University Education in Journalism

Communications Degree

Tools

Production Tools

Job description

Position Title:

Senior Digital Writer, ICI Grand Nord (French Services)

Status of Employment:

Permanent

Position Language Requirement:

English, French

Language Skills:

English (Reading - B - Intermediate), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading, Speaking, Writing)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes are driven by values such as creativity, integrity, inclusiveness, and relevance. We seek individuals with the ability and drive to thrive in an ever-changing industry, whether on camera, on air, online, or behind the scenes, to tell stories that matter to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2025-05-30 11:59 PM

Your role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Senior Digital Writer with strong journalistic skills and digital news experience to join the ICI Grand Nord team, which includes videojournalists and reporters across Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Nunavik. The role is based in Whitehorse (preferably) or Yellowknife, and involves writing and editing original articles daily, covering stories relevant to all territories, including environment, economy, politics, social and Indigenous issues, and the French-speaking community.

The position requires creating and coordinating digital news content, adding multimedia elements, editing team members' work, and managing assignments efficiently. This is a full-time, on-site role, Monday to Friday, with potential overtime and scheduling adjustments based on operational needs. The role involves collaboration with reporters and videojournalists, adhering to CBC/Radio-Canada journalistic standards.

Key tasks:

• Write digital copy for daily and breaking news stories.
• Select multimedia content to accompany stories.
• Conduct interviews and write/edit content for various platforms.
• Prepare articles and headlines from various sources.
• Edit and review content produced by others.
• Manage daily assignments and perform related tasks.

Your profile:

• University education in journalism, communications, or related field.
• Five years of relevant experience with online/digital media and news writing.
• Strong editorial judgment and understanding of CBC/Radio-Canada standards.
• Ability to respond quickly to breaking news.
• Excellent knowledge of current events, especially in Canada’s Far North.
• Knowledge of the Far North, Indigenous communities, Canadian politics is an asset.
• Cultural sensitivity and familiarity with minority language issues.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple stories.
• Fluent in English and French (spoken and written).
• Familiarity with production tools (asset).
• Proven digital writing and editing skills.

Please ensure your application includes an up-to-date résumé and cover letter highlighting your skills and qualifications. Candidates may be tested on skills and knowledge. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Background checks, including criminal record checks, are required for employment.

CBC/Radio-Canada values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds. Accommodation requests should be directed to [e-mail]. Employees must adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies on conflicts of interest.

Primary Location:

3103 Third Avenue, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 2A2

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full-time