Saskatoon General Reporter: Politics, Business & Arts

SaskToday.ca; Regina; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SaskToday.ca in Regina, SK is seeking a General Reporter to cover local politics, agriculture, business, and arts and culture for our SaskToday newsroom. You will develop sources, conduct interviews, and craft accurate, engaging stories under tight deadlines for online publication.

The successful candidate will work on-site in Regina; a Bachelor's in journalism and a strong portfolio are required. Proficiency with multimedia reporting is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field.
• Proven experience reporting on diverse topics with published clips.
• Excellent writing and communication skills with accuracy and detail.

Responsibilities

• Cover diverse events and topics in Regina and Saskatoon, including politics, agriculture, business, arts and culture.
• Conduct interviews, research and fact-checking for online publication.
• Develop sources and maintain relationships with community stakeholders.
• Pitch story ideas and collaborate with editors and reporters for comprehensive coverage.
• Meet tight deadlines while upholding editorial standards and accuracy.
• Use multimedia tools (photography, video) to enhance storytelling.

Skills

Interviewing

Research

Fact-checking

Source development

Multimedia storytelling

Writing

Editing

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism

Tools

Photography

Video editing

Job description

Position: (Full Time)	General Reporter
Reports to:	Content Manager
Station(s)	SaskToday
Location:	Regina, SK
Application Deadline:	Until filled

Harvard Media is a leading media company in Western Canada, operating 13 radio stations and several top-tier digital news sites like SaskToday.ca. Our digital footprint includes websites, streaming audio, and social media channels. We reach a vast audience, delivering engaging news, sports, and entertainment content focused on Western Canada.

The General Reporter will be key in our newsroom, responsible for covering diverse events and topics in Saskatoon, including local politics, agriculture, business, and arts and culture. This role demands a passionate journalist with a strong sense of curiosity and the ability to produce accurate and engaging news stories under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders and enhance storytelling through multimedia tools.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Covering diverse events and topics in Saskatoon, including local politics, agriculture, business, arts and culture.
• Conducting interviews, research and fact-checking to produce accurate and engaging news stories for online publication.
• Developing sources and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in the community.
• Pitching story ideas and collaborating with editors and fellow reporters to ensure comprehensive coverage of local events and issues.
• Working as a team player, co-operating with other reporters on projects that have a province-wide value.
• Adhering to tight deadlines and editorial standards while producing high-quality journalism.
• Utilizing various multimedia tools, including photography and video, to enhance storytelling.
• Radio tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of local politics, agriculture, business, arts and culture.
• Excellent interviewing, research, and fact-checking skills.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain sources within the community.
• Proficiency in multimedia tools for storytelling, including photography and video.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high editorial standards.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with an emphasis on accuracy and clarity.
• Effective collaboration and teamwork abilities.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a reporter covering a diverse range of topics, with a strong portfolio of published work.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced virtual newsroom environment.
• Knowledge of local issues, politics and community dynamics in Saskatoon is preferred.
• Familiarity with multimedia reporting tools and social media platforms.
• Commitment to journalistic ethics and integrity.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Must have a current driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants. While we will only be able to contact those selected for interviews, we kindly request to refrain from phone inquiries.

Harvard Media values diversity in its work force and is committed to Employment Equity