News Producer

Rogers Communications; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Full-Time News Producer to shape the CityNews brand. This role involves overseeing the creation of original news content across various platforms, including streaming channels and digital media. The ideal candidate will possess a strong editorial judgement, a passion for local news, and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and inclusivity, and help redefine the future of media while enjoying competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Employee Share Accumulation Program

Retirement Benefits

50% off Rogers services

Blue Jays tickets

Qualifications

• Strong editorial judgement and a passion for local live news.
• Ability to research and vet news content for multiple markets.

Responsibilities

• Line up news shows and oversee their production for air.
• Collaborate with teams to generate story ideas and pitches.
• Support field teams and coordinate event coverage.

Skills

Editorial Judgement

Research Skills

Storytelling

Collaboration

Flexibility

Job description

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

We’re looking for a Full-Time News Producer to shape and strengthen the CityNews brand. They will be a leader within our news operation as we evolve the way we produce and tell our stories to better engage and build our audiences. Our producers are called upon to oversee the creation of ground-breaking original and breaking news content on our streaming channels, our daily news programs, and our digital platforms. Various producing responsibilities will form a regular part of the work, including lining-up newscasts, vetting news content and coordinating event coverage, and overseeing our 24 / 7 livestream channel. The position may require evening and weekend shifts.

What you will do...

• Line up news shows and take them to air
• Collaborate with supervising producers for show needs / requirements
• Complete, vet all production elements needed for air (fonts, graphics, outcues etc.)
• Find, chase, research news content for multiple markets
• Write content and vet stories
• Assign news stories when needed
• Locate visuals / materials needed to tell story
• Support and communicate with field teams (VJs, ENG)
• Contribute to / help generate story ideas and pitches

What you bring...

• An insatiable curiosity. We want producers who are always asking why and pushing our stories into territories that our competition is not exploring, while also offering context that our audience is seeking
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as required
• Patience and a willingness to explore new ways of producing news
• A passion for local live and breaking news, strong editorial judgement, and an interest in growing professionally in a fast-paced, fun newsroom

Here’s what you can expect in return…

• A competitive salary and benefits which include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks, including 50% off Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets.
• Leadership which supports your development and long-term career at Rogers.
• A team that trusts and wants to win together.
• Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how.”

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule : Full time

Shift : Variable

Length of Contract : Not Applicable (Regular Position)

Travel Requirements : Up to 10%

Requisition ID : 314082

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.