GENERAL REPORTER - SASKATOON, SK

Harvard Media; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Media, a leading Western Canada media company, seeks a General Reporter for Saskatoon. You will cover local politics, agriculture, business, arts and culture, while building sources and delivering accurate stories under tight deadlines.

Qualifications include a journalism or communications degree, strong writing and interview skills, and proficiency with multimedia tools. Evening/weekend flexibility and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field is required.
• Experience covering diverse topics with published clips.
• Strong writing, editing, and accuracy under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Cover diverse events and topics in Saskatoon, including local politics, agriculture, business, arts and culture.
• Conduct interviews, research and fact-checking for online publication.
• Develop sources and maintain relationships with community stakeholders.
• Pitch story ideas and collaborate with editors and reporters for comprehensive coverage.
• Adhere to deadlines and editorial standards while producing high-quality journalism.
• Utilize multimedia tools (photos and video) to enhance storytelling.
• Perform radio tasks and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Local politics

Agriculture

Business

Arts & culture

Interviewing

Research

Fact-checking

Source development

Multimedia storytelling

Writing

Editing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications

Tools

Photography

Video

Job description

Position: (Full Time)

General Reporter

Reports to: Content Manager

Station(s): SaskToday

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Application Deadline: Until filled

Harvard Media is a leading media company in Western Canada, operating 13 radio stations and several top-tier digital news sites like SaskToday.ca. Our digital footprint includes websites, streaming audio, and social media channels. We reach a vast audience, delivering engaging news, sports, and entertainment content focused on Western Canada.

The General Reporter will be key in our newsroom, responsible for covering diverse events and topics in Saskatoon, including local politics, agriculture, business, and arts and culture. This role demands a passionate journalist with a strong sense of curiosity and the ability to produce accurate and engaging news stories under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders and enhance storytelling through multimedia tools.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Covering diverse events and topics in Saskatoon, including local politics, agriculture, business, arts and culture.
• Conducting interviews, research and fact-checking to produce accurate and engaging news stories for online publication.
• Developing sources and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in the community.
• Pitching story ideas and collaborating with editors and fellow reporters to ensure comprehensive coverage of local events and issues.
• Working as a team player, co-operating with other reporters on projects that have a province-wide value.
• Adhering to tight deadlines and editorial standards while producing high-quality journalism.
• Utilizing various multimedia tools, including photography and video, to enhance storytelling.
• Radio tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of local politics, agriculture, business, arts and culture.
• Excellent interviewing, research, and fact-checking skills.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain sources within the community.
• Proficiency in multimedia tools for storytelling, including photography and video.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high editorial standards.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with an emphasis on accuracy and clarity.
• Effective collaboration and teamwork abilities.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a reporter covering a diverse range of topics, with a strong portfolio of published work.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced virtual newsroom environment.
• Knowledge of local issues, politics and community dynamics in Saskatoon is preferred.
• Familiarity with multimedia reporting tools and social media platforms.
• Commitment to journalistic ethics and integrity.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Must have a current driver's license and reliable vehicle.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants. While we will only be able to contact those selected for interviews, we kindly request to refrain from phone inquiries.

Harvard Media values diversity in its work force and is committed to Employment Equity