Video Journalist - Edmonton (12-month contract)

Rogers Communications, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Donation matching

Paid time off for volunteering

Pension plan and stock options

Employee discounts

Leadership development

Mentorship

Coaching programs

Job summary

Rogers Communications, Edmonton invites applications for a Video Journalist to join CityNews Edmonton for a 12-month contract. You will develop creative stories, shoot, edit, report and present across multiple platforms, including live broadcasts and online content.

You bring storytelling passion, strong knowledge of Edmonton's diverse communities, and the ability to meet tight deadlines with a self-starter, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• A passion for storytelling and ability to tell compelling Edmonton-focused stories.
• Ability to shoot, edit, report and present across multiple platforms.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Work with a dynamic team to produce creative stories capturing life in Edmonton.
• Come up with original story ideas and produce, shoot, edit, report and present.
• Deliver stories that stand out from the competition.
• Ability to go live when needed.
• Meet tight deadlines and work within a team.
• Multi-task for multiple online and broadcast deadlines.

Job description

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Video Journalist - Edmonton (12-month contract)

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.

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 Edmonton team. This is a one-year contract position.

What you will do:

Work with a dynamic team to produce creative stories which capture the day life in the life of Edmonton.

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 will 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 Edmonton'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.

Here’s what you can expect in return:

A manager who deeply cares about your development and long-term career at Rogers

A team that trusts and wants to win together

Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how”

All the hardware (iPhone/Laptop)and software you need to succeed.

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team and are thrilled that you are wanting to continue your career with Rogers. We are committed to your growth & development and your past performance and contributions to the company will be considered during the recruitment process.

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: 12 Months
Work Location: 5915 Gateway Boulevard (218), Edmonton, AB
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Background Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record Check and Driver's Abstract
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & Editorial
Requisition ID: 341357

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 whole 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 ensure that they have what they need to be at their best.

Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media

Location: Edmonton, AB, 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