Punjabi Producer - OMNI News

Rogers Communications; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Punjabi Producer to lead a dynamic news team. This role is vital in delivering compelling stories that resonate with the Punjabi community, ensuring high journalistic standards and innovative content delivery. You will collaborate with various teams to shape the editorial agenda and engage audiences effectively. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusivity, providing ample growth opportunities and a supportive work environment. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the media landscape, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary & annual bonus

Health and dental benefits

Pension plan

Stock matching programs

Discounts on services and tickets

Paid time off for volunteering

Employee assistance program

Fitness membership access

Career development program

Qualifications

• Fluent in Punjabi with a strong background in journalism.
• Proven leadership skills to manage a diverse news team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to produce news for the Punjabi community in Canada.
• Set editorial agendas and guide daily news coverage.

Skills

Punjabi language proficiency

Leadership skills

Newsroom experience

Communication skills

Digital news fluency

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Journalism or related field

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.

Punjabi Producer - OMNI News

Who we're looking for:

If you speak, read and write Punjabi and have a passion for news, then OMNI wants to meet you. We are looking for a talented Producer to lead a team of journalists who will deliver stories that resonate with the Punjabi community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in journalism, proven leadership qualities and a passion for innovation in news coverage. At OMNI we live, eat and breathe diversity.

What you'll do:

1. Lead a diverse team of journalists to produce news for the Punjabi speaking community in Canada.
2. Set the editorial agenda, ensuring OMNI reaches, engages and resonates with target audiences.
3. Guide daily and long-term editorial plans of the Punjabi Edition team including coverage of breaking news and development of enterprise stories.
4. Provide direction and guidance to team members, ensuring the highest journalistic standards.
5. Seize on every opportunity to innovate in the delivery of relevant content in the most timely, efficient and effective manner.
6. Collaborate with Rogers Sports & Media teams in the production of content, as well as on next-day and long-term editorial projects.
7. Build a strong network within the Punjabi community.

What you'll bring:

1. Speak, read and write in Punjabi, and have a minimum basic working knowledge of English.
2. Newsroom experience, using that knowledge as a trampoline to innovation.
3. Proven leadership skills to effectively manage and lead a news team.
4. Experience with live news, control room and field production are assets.
5. Highly attentive to detail and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
6. Unflappable, able to meet tight deadlines, to multi-task and to inspire your team in every situation.
7. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
8. Fluent in the digital news space with an ability to identify trending stories on social media.

What's in it for you?

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

1. Competitive salary & annual bonus.
2. Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
3. Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
4. Paid time off for volunteering.
5. Company matching contributions to charities you support.

Growth & Development Opportunities:

1. My Path: self-driven career development program.
2. Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest.

Wellness Programs:

1. Homewood employee & family assistance program.
2. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions.
3. Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes.

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:

1. Work for an organization committed to environmental protection.
2. Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

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)
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 323117

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.