Reporter/Editor (Talent Community) (English Services) (On-call)

CBC/Radio-Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

CBC/Radio-Canada is seeking experienced reporters for on-call roles to pitch, research, and present stories across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong storytelling skills, experience in a multiplatform newsroom, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This part-time position requires flexibility for varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in a multiplatform newsroom.
• Fluency in French is an asset.
• Experience across digital, social, radio, and TV news platforms.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and research stories across all platforms.
• Present stories live or on tape.
• Stay informed on current affairs affecting the community.

Skills

Storytelling skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Independence

Education

Education in journalism or related fields

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Avid MediaCentral

Dalet

iNews

Job description

Position Title:

Temporary Short-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement:

English

Language Skills:

English proficiency required

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians across multiple platforms. Our success is driven by values such as creativity, integrity, inclusiveness, and relevance.

Are you driven to keep up with this dynamic industry? Whether in front of the camera, on air, online, or behind the scenes, join a team passionate about storytelling that matters to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2025-05-26 11:59 PM

This opening is for our applicant bank and future opportunities.

Your role

CBC seeks experienced and dynamic reporters for on-call roles. You will work various shifts, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and more. If passionate about local stories, consider joining us.

You will research, gather, package, and present stories across all platforms for CBC News and regional programs. Responsibilities include both live and taped reporting, sometimes solo, sometimes with a team.

You will operate independently under supervision from a producer, senior producer, or executive producer, and collaborate effectively within your team and across CBC.

You will aim to reach diverse audiences, reflect underrepresented communities, and uphold journalistic standards of fairness, accuracy, and immediacy.

Core Responsibilities

1. Pitch and research stories.
2. Analyze facts quickly for multiple platforms.
3. Identify and maintain sources, including from underserved communities.
4. Create content with visuals, interactive elements, and graphics.
5. Contribute ideas for programming.
6. Present stories live or on tape.
7. Upload content following naming and tagging conventions.
8. Stay informed on current affairs affecting the community.
9. Respond promptly to breaking news.

What you bring to the role

• Proven storytelling skills via demo reel, portfolio, or website.
• Ability to generate and pitch original stories.
• Experience connecting with local communities.
• Experience across digital, social, radio, and TV news platforms.
• Skills in visual and audio gathering and editing.
• Ability to present stories live in-studio or in the field.
• Work well under pressure and deadlines.
• Independence, problem-solving, and objectivity.
• Teamwork, collaboration, and respect for diversity.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Strong communication skills.
• Availability for varied shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Minimum three years in a multiplatform newsroom.
• Fluency in French is an asset.
• Education in journalism, video production, or related fields preferred.

Operational requirements

• Gathering audio, photography, and video primarily via iPhone; editing with Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid MediaCentral, or Dalet; content management with iNews.
• Travel for news coverage; a valid driver’s license preferred.
• Work in CBC News office and in the field, including potentially traumatic stories.

Applicants may undergo skills and knowledge testing. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

CBC/Radio-Canada values diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace. For accommodations, contact [e-mail]. Review our Code of Conduct and conflict of interest policies on our website.

Primary Location:

2440 Broad Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 3Z4

Work Schedule:

Part time