Senior Writer, Digital, CBC Radio (English Services) (Hybrid)

CBC / Radio-Canada; Northeastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian media organization is seeking a Senior Writer for their digital team to craft and edit stories that support national news. The ideal candidate will possess strong digital media experience, writing and editing skills, and an ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure. This role offers a hybrid work model and requires fluency in English.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Five years of digital media experience, preferably in a major digital news organization.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely, adapting voice to each program's criteria.
• Fluency with social media platforms, especially YouTube and TikTok.

Responsibilities

• Write web stories based on research, reporting, and interviews.
• Edit multiple writers' work to meet high standards.
• Conceive and develop online content treatments.

Skills

Digital media experience

Superior writing skills

Editorial skills

Copy editing skills

Organizational skills

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Analytics

Chartbeat

Job description

Overview

Position Title : Senior Writer, Digital, CBC Radio (English Services) (Hybrid)

Status of Employment : Permanent

Position Language Requirement : English

Language Skills : English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced)

Location: Remote/work eligible with consideration for CBC locations; based anywhere in Canada. Primary Location: Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7

Unposting Date : 2025-10-03 11:59 PM

Notes: The successful candidate(s) can be based in any of the CBC locations listed in the original posting.

Job Summary

The CBC News Talk Radio Digital team is seeking a Senior Writer to write and edit digital text stories that support national news and current affairs radio programs. You are an experienced digital journalist who can turn around timely or breaking stories on a wide variety of topics, and also craft longer, complex features, including data-based stories on science and health, sensitive human interest features and profiles. You have a proven track record of editing the work of others, which is a significant part of the job.

Responsibilities

• Write web stories, both original and based on the work of others, including researching, reporting, interviewing, writing, fact checking and packaging.
• Copy edit the work of multiple writers and producers, often based on broadcast or podcast audio, to a high standard based on established guidelines.
• Conceive, pitch and develop online treatments in coordination with radio programs and other content creators.
• Participate in the ongoing development and execution of department objectives.
• Evaluate and provide regular feedback and coaching on writing and presentation of digital content.
• Write headlines; select images, links, related multimedia; design story layout; and collaborate on social media strategies to optimize audience reach and engagement.
• Ensure proper copyright clearance of material used on all digital platforms, including social.
• Effectively use internal CMS and other digital publishing platforms.
• Identify, develop and maintain contacts appropriate to the area of assignment, including at cbcnews.ca and other CBC verticals.

Skills and Experience

• Five years of digital media experience, including daily writing assignments within a major digital news organization.
• Superior writing, editorial, copy editing and digital packaging skills.
• A university degree or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of CBC’s Journalistic Standards and Practices.
• Working knowledge of CBC’s Language Guide as well as Canadian Press style and CBC digital best practices.
• Understanding of stats and analytics platforms (Adobe Analytics, Chartbeat and others) and ability to make editorial decisions informed by data.
• Understanding of how digital content engages audiences beyond traditional broadcast.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely, adapting voice to each program’s criteria, tone and objectives.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Fluency with social media platforms, including YouTube and TikTok.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others, coach and mentor writers.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns, processes and methods.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and under tight deadlines.
• Creative problem-solver who is decisive but not inflexible; independent and self-motivated with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and plan ahead while staying topical and current.
• Knowledge of national affairs and creative digital storytelling techniques.
• Understanding of digital production and publishing tools.
• Knowledge of production demands of network radio programs.
• Understanding of the CBC, including relationships between Network Talk radio and news, digital and regions.
• Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

Additional information

• We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• As part of the recruitment process, candidates who advance will be asked to complete a background check, including a mandatory criminal record check. Other background checks may be conducted based on operational requirements.
• CBC / Radio-Canada is committed to reflecting Canada's diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace. For accommodation needs during recruitment, please inform us by email.
• You are invited to consult our Code of Conduct and related policies; adherence is a condition of employment. If hired, inform us promptly of any potential conflict of interest.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of production demands of network radio programs.
• Understanding of CBC relationships across networks, digital platforms, and regions.