Staff Writer

Playback; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate writer to join their dynamic editorial team. This role offers the opportunity to engage with the business side of the film and television industry, enhancing your journalistic skills while working closely with executive-level contacts. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in journalism, excellent time-management abilities, and a keen eye for detail. Your contributions will help shape compelling narratives that resonate within the industry. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a writing role at a newspaper or magazine.
• Proven understanding of journalistic standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain key editorial relationships with exec-level contacts.
• Work collaboratively on a small editorial team.

Skills

Writing

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Editorial Standards

Copy Editing

Education

Post-secondary studies in journalism

Studies in media or communications

Studies in film or TV

Job description

Job Requirements

• One year of experience in a writing role at a newspaper or magazine
• Post-secondary studies in journalism, media, communications, film, TV or related field
• Experience with business journalism is not required but would be considered an asset, as would a strong interest in writing about the business side of TV and film
• Adept at using CP Style, with an eye for detail and copy consistency
• Proven understanding of journalistic standards and practices
• Superlative time-management and organizational skills
• Experience and comfort with establishing and maintaining key editorial relationships with exec-level contacts
• Team player attitude and comfortable working on a small editorial team
• Strong editorial standards and sound news judgment
• Inside knowledge of the film and television industry would be an asset
• Ability to edit video is an asset
• Ability to travel within Canada, as needed

Brunico Communications Ltd. is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve. We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment (if applicable) process as required under Brunico Communications Ltd.’s accessibility policies and procedures. Applicants must make their accommodation needs known upon requests for interviews. Please note that only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position.