News Reporter - Cranbrook, BC

Vista Radio Ltd; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Radio Ltd, a leading broadcaster, seeks a Local News Reporter for its Cranbrook station. This role involves researching, writing, and delivering news stories while engaging with the local community. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative team environment and seek to empower local voices through storytelling.

Benefits

Health & Dental Coverage

RRSP Program with DPSP Matching

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Annual Vacation & Stat Holidays

Life & Optional Life Insurance

Virtual Care access

Qualifications

• Experience in news reporting or a related field is necessary.
• Proficient in social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram.
• Strong on-air delivery skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Researching and writing news stories for broadcasting.
• Representing the station at community events.
• Posting updates and stories on social media.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Self starter

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Social media proficiency

Education

Newsroom experience or applicable broadcast education

Tools

Adobe Audition

KLZ Newsroom

Job description

As Canada’s second-largest commercial radio broadcaster, Vista Radio Ltd operates over 70 radio stations and digital news portals across three provinces and the Northwest Territories! Each of our stations is deeply rooted in the communities we serve while retaining local voices, building strong connections, and delivering stories that matter. Paired with dynamic digital portals, our stations provide 24/7 access to timely, trusted, and hyper-local content, keeping our audiences informed, engaged, and connected.

News Reporter - Cranbrook, BC

Welcome to Vista Radio, we are currently hiring a Local News Reporter in our Cranbrook station!

In storytelling, the details matter, you will bring your detail oriented, accurate approach to find, create and tell the stories from the community for a news content environment. Your team supports a collaborative and supportive environment so you can develop your skills to be a self-starter and a leader.

We empower our team members to shape company culture. Our culture includes being committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic working environment.

Position Description

• Be a part of the community, live, work, and play here
• Researching and writing news stories
• Executing a highly localized broadcast
• Voice tracking broadcasts, as required
• Represent the radio station at community events
• Accept responsibilities as assigned by the News Director
• Post to social media
• Participant in cluster/broadcast news meetings
• Participant in air-checks
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Position Requirements

• Should have newsroom experience or applicable broadcast education
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong on-air delivery
• Self starter
• The ability to work within a fast-paced environment both individually and with a team
• A valid driver's license
• Working familiarity with Adobe Audition, KLZ Newsroom, and on-air software is a big-time plus.
• Ability to use and Excel with social media (Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
  
  

Vista Radio’s Vault Of Benefits

At Vista Radio, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community of people committed to making a difference. Whether we're delivering local news, playing your favorite tunes, or supporting events that bring people together, we care about our team and the communities we serve. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that ensures your health, well-being, and financial future are taken care of, all while working in an environment where fun and collaboration thrive.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• ???? Health & Dental Coverage – Comprehensive plans for individuals and families.
• RRSP Program with DPSP Matching – Save for your future with our RRSP program, and Vista will match your contributions into a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• Short-term & Long-term Disability – Income protection when life throws you a curveball.
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) – Confidential, 24/7 access to mental health, counseling, and other professional support services.
• ️ Annual Vacation & Stat Holidays – Paid time off, including recognized federal statutory holidays, to help you recharge and enjoy life.
• ️ Life & Optional Life Insurance Protection for you and your loved ones when you need it most.
• Virtual Care – 24/7/365 access to professional healthcare online, making it easier to stay on top of your wellness.
• Work in the Communities We Serve – As part of Vista Radio, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact locally, strengthening the bonds that connect us to the communities we proudly serve.
  
  

Application Instructions

Apply online on our company website!

On our company website, click the "Apply" button on the tap left corner of the job posting to get started!

Please include a link to a Soundcloud/YouTube audio demo to the Additional Documents section of the application form. In addition, if you have any web-writing experience and/or writing samples that you can demonstrate as well, please include that material to additional documents.

If you experience any difficulty with submitting your application online, please contact Mary-Anne Laverman, Human Resources Advisor at [e-mail]

At Vista Radio Ltd, we are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the various communities in which we operate. Accommodations are available for all employees and applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please advise when submitting your application.