Senior Reporter – AI and Technology

Jobtailor; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CBC/Radio-Canada in Toronto is seeking a senior technology and AI journalist to pitch original stories and report live across video, radio, digital live story pages, and streaming platforms.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of full-time experience, bilingual English and French skills, a strong network in the tech and AI communities, and a proven ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and collaborate with editors and other CBC departments.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and French, reading, speaking, and writing.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years relevant full-time experience.
• Strong knowledge of technology and AI and their impact on audiences.

Responsibilities

• Pitch original stories about technology and AI that engage target audiences and break news as stories evolve.
• Report live on video, radio, digital live story pages, and live programming.
• Gather news and report from locations when possible; cover major events under pressure.
• Research, interview, and gather new information; ensure accuracy and balance.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Technology & AI journalism

Live reporting

Story pitching

Education

Bachelor's degree

University degree in journalism preferred

Tools

Video production

Audio production

Script shaping

Social media

Job description

Pitch original stories about technology and AI that engage target audiences

• Pitch original stories about technology and AI that engage target audiences
• Break news, follow developments, and provide updates as stories evolve
• Report live on video, radio, digital live story pages, and live programming
• Gather news in the field and report from locations whenever possible
• Cover major or fast-moving events under pressure
• Research, interview, and gather new information
• Create relatable content for a diverse Canadian audience aged 30-49
• Generate journalism that elevates a range of voices and perspectives
• Shape scripts and file text, audio, and video stories across platforms
• Prioritize mobile and streaming audiences
• Collaborate with editors and vettors to improve writing, headlines, and text
• Produce strong visual and audio stories
• Identify important issues quickly, prioritize demands, and ensure appropriate coverage
• Develop and maintain contacts with varied sources; lead the beat and share expertise with colleagues
• Apply legal journalistic knowledge and the ethical principles of CBC/Radio-Canada's Journalistic Standards and Practices
• Collaborate with business-team colleagues and other CBC departments

Requirements

• English and French language skills: reading, speaking, and writing
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years relevant full-time experience
• Excellent understanding of technology and AI and their impacts on audiences
• Sources and contacts in the tech and AI community and beyond
• Knowledge and understanding of diversity within the tech beat and target audience
• Experience writing, researching, fact-checking, and packaging text, audio, and video pieces
• Excellent presentation skills; comfortable reporting live and unscripted
• Deep familiarity with social media and ability to surface trending stories
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and across departments
• Proven ability to work in a high-stress, tight-deadline environment
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed
• Knowledge of the public broadcaster's role, responsibilities, and journalistic standards
• University degree in journalism or equivalent preferred
• Cover letter and resume required
• Two examples each of video, audio, text, and live coverage required
• Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing
• Successful candidates must complete a mandatory criminal record check and other applicable background checks

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in technology and AI journalism, with strong skills in writing, researching, and producing multimedia content. Proficient in both English and French, capable of engaging diverse audiences while adhering to journalistic standards and practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• 10 Years Relevant Experience
• Bilingual: English And French
• Expertise In Technology And AI
• Strong Communication Skills
• Live Reporting Experience

Hard Skills

• Writing
• Researching
• Fact-checking
• Audio Production
• Video Production
• Script Shaping
• Content Packaging
• Social Media Familiarity
• Live Coverage
• Presentation Skills

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Collaborative Teamwork
• Ability To Work Under Pressure
• Flexibility
• Time Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• University Degree In Journalism Preferred

Industry Keywords

• Journalistic Standards
• Diversity In Tech
• Public Broadcaster Responsibilities
• Ethical Principles
• Tech And AI Community Contacts