Morning News Editor & Reporter — Yellowknife

CBC/Radio-Canada; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian media organization is seeking an experienced Reporter/Editor to lead weekday morning newscasts in Yellowknife. The role requires strong news judgment, on-air presence, and the ability to work in a fast-paced news environment. The ideal candidate will possess a university degree in journalism or its equivalent, with at least three years of relevant experience. The job is focused on delivering high-quality news content, conducting interviews, and collaborating with journalists across platforms.

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant journalism experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced daily news environment.
• Ability to generate and pitch strong story ideas.
• Strong ability to react quickly to breaking news.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical issues in journalism.
• Knowledge of an Indigenous language of the N.W.T. is a major asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver newscasts and news breaks.
• Collaborate with journalists to chase breaking news.
• Write and edit scripts; package stories.
• Conduct interviews on and off air.
• Provide feedback and coaching on scripts.

Skills

News judgment

Critical thinking

On-air presence

Script writing

Interviewing

Education

University degree in journalism or equivalent work experience

Job description

A prominent Canadian media organization is seeking an experienced Reporter/Editor to lead weekday morning newscasts in Yellowknife. The role requires strong news judgment, on-air presence, and the ability to work in a fast-paced news environment. The ideal candidate will possess a university degree in journalism or its equivalent, with at least three years of relevant experience. The job is focused on delivering high-quality news content, conducting interviews, and collaborating with journalists across platforms.