Video Journalist - Edmonton (12-month contract)

Rogers Sports & Media; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers Sports & Media in Edmonton is seeking a journalist to join a dynamic team to tell engaging Edmonton-based stories. You will shoot, edit, report and present original stories that capture daily life, going live when needed and meeting tight deadlines across multiple platforms.

The role requires a passion for storytelling, strong video skills, and the ability to work evenings and weekends in a fast-moving newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• A passion for storytelling and the ability to tell engaging Edmonton-based stories.
• Ability to find original stories about people reflecting Edmonton's diverse communities.
• Experience in shooting and editing video content.
• A self-starter with a can-do, solution-oriented attitude.
• Strong multi-platform coverage and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a dynamic team to produce creative stories capturing life in Edmonton.
• Develop original story ideas and produce, shoot, edit, report and present them.
• Deliver stories that stand out from the competition across platforms.
• Go live when required and meet tight deadlines, in a team setting.
• Contribute to multi-platform coverage and adapt to fast-moving news.

Skills

Storytelling

Editing

Shooting video

Live reporting

Deadline-driven

Multi-platform coverage

Job description

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.

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

Requisition ID 341357

Posting Category/Function Broadcasting & Editorial

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. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about 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