Video Journalist - CityNews Vancouver

Rogers Communications, Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & well-being benefits

Pension plan

Employee stock options

Volunteer time off

Internal opportunity programs

Job summary

CityNews Vancouver, part of Rogers Sports & Media, is seeking a Video Journalist to tell engaging local stories across Vancouver. You will shoot, edit, report, and present compelling features that resonate with diverse communities and reflect daily city life.

The role requires multi-platform coverage, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and occasional live broadcasts. Evening and weekend work will be necessary, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in shooting and editing for video journalism.
• Ability to generate original stories reflecting diverse communities in Vancouver.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Work with a dynamic team to produce creative stories about daily life in Vancouver.
• Shoot, edit, report and present stories for online and broadcast.
• Deliver standout stories and meet tight deadlines.
• Be able to go live when needed and handle multiple deadlines.

Skills

Storytelling

Original stories

Shooting & editing

Multi-platform

Live reporting

Deadline-driven

Driver's license

Tools

Camera equipment

Editing software

Job description

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Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

Who we're looking for:

Are you passionate about storytelling and local news? Are traditional storytelling styles holding you back? Do you have the courage to be creative? Then CityNews is looking for you. We have an opening for a Video Journalist position on the dynamic CityNews Vancouver team.

What you'll do:

• Work with a dynamic team to produce creative stories which capture the day life in the life of Vancouver.
• Come up with original story ideas and produce original stories that you will shoot, edit, report and present.
• Deliver stories which will stand out from the competition.
• Ability to go live when needed.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work within in a team setting.

What you'll bring:

• A passion for storytelling - you know what makes a great story and know how to tell it.
• Ability to find original stories about people and issues which reflect Vancouver’s exciting and diverse communities.
• Experience in shooting and editing.
• A self-starter with a can-do, solution-oriented attitude
• An understanding of multi-platform coverage, not confined by a ‘typical’ television reporter package.
• News moves fast! You must be able to multi-task and deliver for multiple, daily online and broadcast deadlines
• Because news never stops - you are prepared to work evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s licence and clean driving record.

What's in it for you:

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

• Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Company matching contributions to charities you support.
• Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest.

Wellness Programs:

• Homewood employee & family assistance program.
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions.
• Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes.

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:

• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection.
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Background Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record Check and Driver's Abstract
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 343924

To support career growth, collaboration, and high-performing teams, all Corporate Employees are expected to work onsite. We believe that in-person connection strengthens our culture and drives industry-leading performance.

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whre that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation abouole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensut how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.

Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media

Location:

Vancouver, BC, CA

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:

• Health & well-being benefits
• Donation matching
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
• Generous employee discounts
• Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs

*available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply