Video Journalist

Channel Zero Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

CHCH-TV in Hamilton invites applications for a part-time Video Journalist. You will gather, shoot, edit, and present compelling local news stories for broadcast and digital platforms, reporting live when needed.

The role requires strong writing and interviewing skills, along with proficiency in editing software. The position is unionized, with a wage range reflecting regional rates; weekend availability is essential, along with a valid driver’s license and ability to work in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum five years live TV news reporting and writing experience.
• At least six months experience as a video journalist.
• Degree or diploma in journalism or a related field required.
• Proficiency with video editing software is a must (Adobe Premiere Pro preferred).
• ENPS knowledge is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Gather, shoot, edit, and present news stories for broadcast and digital.
• Generate local and regional on-air content for TV and digital platforms.
• Report news live, including on-air presentations.
• Identify multimedia storytelling opportunities across platforms.
• Operate ENG equipment for news gathering.
• Develop and maintain contacts; contribute story ideas.
• Work weekends and select overnight/weekday shifts.

Skills

Live TV reporting

Video journalism

Video editing

Interviewing

Writing

Teamwork

Social media

Education

Journalism degree/diploma

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

ENPS

Job description

A re you a creative, digital-savvy storyteller ready to make an impact? Are you passionate about news? Looking to innovate? Want to work with a talented, hard-working team? We have an immediate opening for the position of Video Journalist (Part- time). If you thrive in a fast-paced newsroom and have a passion for storytelling, this role is for you!

CHCH News is the leading news source in the Golden Horseshoe. We serve the dynamic communities of Hamilton, Halton, and Niagara with a commitment to high-quality journalism across TV, digital, and social media. We genuinely care about our community and about working in an environment that allows each of us to bring our best selves to work.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Gather, shoot, edit, and present insightful, accurate, and engaging news stories for broadcast and digital
• Generate local and regional on-air content for our TV shows and for digital platforms
• Shoot video, take photos, and report news as it happens, including live on-air
• Identify multimedia storytelling opportunities while covering events that will enhance the station’s coverage and content across all platforms
• Operate ENG equipment and accessories for news gathering
• Develop story ideas for inclusion in news shows
• Develop and maintain contacts
• Other duties as required
• Must be available to work weekends as well as select overnight and weekday shifts

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Five years experience with live television news reporting and writing preferred*
• At least six months of experience as a video journalist
• Proficiency with video editing software is a must
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro is an asset
• A working knowledge of ENPS would be an asset
• A degree or diploma in journalism or a relevant field is required.
• Strong interviewing, writing, and editing skills
• Possess a demonstrable history of working in various social media platforms
• Superior organizational, spelling, and grammar skills
• Ability to work in a live broadcast environment
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Posting Date: September 4 ,2026

Application Deadline: September 14, 2026

Union position in Function Group G.2 Wage Classification Rate 6 $28.89 to $40.12

Reference CHCH-VJ-PT-2026-09

*Applicants who do not meet all the posted qualifications may, upon the company’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis as per the collective agreement section 12.9.4.

2190015 Ontario Inc. (CHCH-TV) is a member of the Channel Zero group of companies and along with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and related companies is dedicated to diversity in its workforce .We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining qualified individuals from typically underrepresented groups; candidates may elect to self identify as a member of a designated group. We want to reflect the diversity of the many communities that we serve, and thus provide a safe and equitable opportunity for all. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted. If you require accommodations at this or any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to [e-mail]

About CHCH

CHCH-TV started broadcasting in 1954 and is proud to be the news leader for Hamilton and the surrounding Halton and Niagara regions. CHCH produces over 24 hours of original local news programming each week. With a primetime line-up anchored by movies, news magazine shows, and hit dramas, CHCH is available to over 92% of Ontario households and is viewed by millions nationally each week. Millions more see us online on various platforms. CHCH News is produced daily out of its broadcast studio located in Hamilton, Ontario. For more information, please visit chch.com.