Switcher-Producer (Show Director) (French Services)

CBC / Radio-Canada; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian media company in Sherbrooke is seeking a Switcher-Producer (Show Director) to broadcast and edit programs, ensuring technical quality. The ideal candidate will hold a college diploma and have at least three years of experience in related duties, with fluency in French and intermediate English. This full-time, temporary position involves both responsibilities and work under pressure. The company values inclusivity and diversity in its workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience performing related duties.
• Able to work well under pressure for extended periods.
• Strong editorial judgment and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Broadcast and edit the Téléjournal Estrie and other programs.
• Program and start the automated referral system.
• Ensure the proper functioning of peripheral equipment.

Skills

Fluent spoken and written French

Intermediate English (oral, writing, reading)

Proficiency with IT tools

Education

College diploma in electronics, audiovisual production or relevant field

Job description

Overview

Position Title : Switcher-Producer (Show Director) (French Services)

Status of Employment : Temporary (STTRC)

Position Language Requirement : French

Language Skills : French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing)

Work at CBC / Radio-Canada

At CBC / Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.

Unposting Date : 2025-09-23 11:59 PM

Your role

Radio-Canada Estrie is currently seeking one (1) Switcher-Producer (Show Director) for its newsroom in Estrie.

As a switcher-producer, you will broadcast and edit the Téléjournal Estrie and other programs in whole or in part. You will program, start and ensure the proper functioning of the automated referral system on the air and you will ensure the proper functioning of peripheral equipment such as the writing synthesizer, the sound console, BCCs, robotics, intercom, system graph and weather system. You will also be responsible for ensuring that technical requirements are verified prior to broadcasts. You will also ensure the control of the technical quality of the programs. You will also be required to upload digital content.

Contract and schedule

This is a full-time, one-year replacement position, assigned from Thursday to Sunday. However, this schedule may be modified according to work organization, editorial requirements, and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Broadcast and edit the Téléjournal Estrie and other programs in whole or in part.
• Program and start the automated referral system on the air.
• Ensure proper functioning of peripheral equipment (writing synthesizer, sound console, BCCs, robotics, intercom, system graph and weather system).
• Verify technical requirements prior to broadcasts and maintain technical quality of programs.
• Upload digital content.

Qualifications

• College diploma in electronics, audiovisual production or other relevant field.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience performing related duties.
• Able to work well under pressure for extended periods; good general knowledge; keen interest in working in a newsroom environment; able to work well with multiple people.
• Editorial judgment, leadership and decision-making skills; initiative; team spirit; interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent spoken and written French; intermediate English (oral, writing and reading).
• Proficiency with IT tools.

Selection process

• Shortlisted candidates will be tested as follows: interview; skills and knowledge testing.
• We thank all applicants for their interest, but 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.

Diversity and compliance

CBC / Radio-Canada is committed to reflecting Canada's diversity and values equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. If you have accommodation needs during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail.

Additional details

Primary Location : 1335 Rue King Ouest Suite 100, Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1J 2B8

Number of Openings : Not specified

Work Schedule : Part time