Remote News Reporter - Multiplatform & Breaking

Postmedia; City of Moncton; Hybrid; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Postmedia is seeking an experienced journalist to work remotely in Moncton, NB for up to 22 weeks. The role involves reporting across multiple platforms, developing engaging stories, and using digital tools to break and develop content.

Ideal candidates are reporters with journalism training or related degrees, who can meet tight deadlines and contribute to Times & Transcript coverage. Some weekend and holiday work may be required. A driver’s license is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Experienced reporter or journalism school graduate; newsroom experience is an asset.
• Strong ability to develop content for web and mobile platforms under tight deadlines.
• Video and podcast experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop content to engage audiences across web and mobile platforms.
• Generate story ideas daily and pivot to newsroom priorities as needed.
• Use social media to uncover breaking news and reader speak; respond quickly.

Skills

News reporting

Digital storytelling

Deadline-driven

Bilingual (EN/FR) asset

Education

Journalism degree or related field

Tools

Video editing

Podcasting

Social/digital tools

Job description

Postmedia is seeking an experienced journalist to work remotely in Moncton, NB for up to 22 weeks. The role involves reporting across multiple platforms, developing engaging stories, and using digital tools to break and develop content.

Ideal candidates are reporters with journalism training or related degrees, who can meet tight deadlines and contribute to Times & Transcript coverage. Some weekend and holiday work may be required. A driver’s license is helpful but not required.