Markets Reporter/Presenter

Capital Mkts Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic media company is looking for a Presenter for Business News in Vancouver. This part-time role involves conducting video interviews with CEOs, researching client companies, and writing engaging scripts. Ideal candidates should have a background in Journalism, excellent writing skills, and a strong on-camera presence. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, and generous time off.

Benefits

Salary: $28.50-$32.00/hour

Benefits covering extended health, vision, and dental

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Full training provided

Participation in Rewards and Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Self-starter with excellent research and writing skills.
• Experience as an on-air presenter preferred.
• Knowledge of trending sectors like mining and technology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily video interviews with CEOs.
• Write engaging questions for video interviews.
• Research client companies before interviews.
• Write summary articles on breaking news.

Skills

Great television presence

Fluent in English

Excellent writing and editorial skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Education in Journalism, Communications, or related field

Job description

About us

We are a fast paced, fun, and progressive global company. Working with our team gives you exposure to a variety of learnings in the stock market and financial industries with a consistent influx of interesting trends and clients, propelling growth. Our suite of brands includes Stockhouse, HotCopper and InvestorsHub – leading market forums and home to the largest communities of active investors around the world.

About the role

We are currently looking for a talented Presenter for Business News to conduct daily video interviews with CEOs, research client companies, and respond promptly to breaking stories. Ideal candidates will be a self-starter and possess excellent research and writing skills, and a strong on-camera presence. Qualifications include a background in Journalism or related fields, proficiency in English, and knowledge of trending sectors. If you are an innovator and risk-taker with an interest in cross-platform media production and have experience as an on-air presenter, we encourage you to apply.

This role is part-time and based out of our office in Downtown Vancouver.

Primary Accountabilities

• Thorough researching client companies in preparation for CEO Q&A interviews to ensure engaging discussions.
• Writing qualified, timely and interesting questions for Q&A’s video interviews recorded in our in-office studio. (Zoom and In-person interviews).
• Conducting multiple two-minute video interviews daily with CEO’s from various industries.
• Crafting well-researched scripts for presentations on stock market related topics, catering to the interests of our audience.
• Conducting several segment style videos between 5-10 min, covering important industry developments.
• Maintaining satisfactory client feedback ratings, showcasing your ability to connect with interviewees and deliver content that resonates with our viewers.
• Writing summary articles on breaking news as required.
• Exhibit confidence when interviewing CEOs and industry experts, demonstrating excellent research skills and deep understanding of trending sectors.
• Occasionally engage in stylistic writing as required to enhance content quality.
• Demonstrate proficiency in crafting engaging and informative content.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
• Attend conferences and tradeshows.

Qualifications

• Great television presence
• Fluent in English
• Excellent writing, and editorial skills
• Demonstrated talent as a presenter with an ear for pacing, tone, presentation, and production.
• Innovator and risk taker
• Highly organized, self-motivated, resourceful; speed, accuracy, and flexibility a must.
• Strong interpersonal and team playing skills.

Great to have

• Education in Journalism, Communications, English or related field
• Solid journalistic background, including experience hosting.
• Knowledge of mining, technology, healthcare, biotech and other trending sectors
• Interest in cross-platform media production
• Experience as an on-air presenter

What’s in it for you

• Salary: $28.50-$32.00/ hour
• Benefits covering extended health, vision, dental and more
• Generous paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Full training will be provided in our platforms and workflows
• Participation in our Rewards and Recognition Program
• Part-time in our downtown Vancouver Studio, working at least 20–30 hours of the week between Monday and Friday.

If this opportunity sounds like it’s a good match with your skills, background and career direction, apply now and help us shape the future of investor engagement.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only be contacting selected candidates for follow-up.