Video Journalist (English Services) (On-Site)

Radio-Canada; Sydney; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Video Journalist to join their Sydney team. This full-time, on-site role involves innovating video strategies and producing engaging content for diverse audiences. You will collaborate closely with producers to research and present stories across multiple platforms, ensuring high journalistic standards. If you're passionate about storytelling and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity will allow you to make a significant impact in the media landscape while connecting with the community.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of legal and ethical journalism issues.
• Experience with digital, social, radio, and TV news platforms.

Responsibilities

• Pitch original story ideas and video treatments.
• Gather information from various sources and conduct interviews.
• Plan, edit, and deliver videos focusing on live and on-demand content.

Skills

Video Editing

Storytelling

Interviewing

Research

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Relevant education in journalism

Equivalent industry experience

Job description

Position Title

Video Journalist (English Services) (On-Site)

Status Of Employment

Permanent

Position Language Requirement

Language Skills:

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

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

Do you have the ability and drive to thrive in this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether in front of the camera, on air, online, or behind the scenes, you will join a team that values making connections and telling stories important to Canadians.

Unposting Date

2025-05-16 11:59 PM

Work Location & Requirements

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Your Role

CBC Cape Breton seeks a video journalist to join our team. You are innovative, willing to try new workflows and story treatments that are informative and shareable. You will help our audience understand current events, adapt to the changing media landscape, and focus on engaging younger audiences through video strategy. Working from our Sydney newsroom under the direction of the Cape Breton senior producer, you will collaborate with producers and the Halifax assignment desk to research, produce, and present stories across digital, radio, and TV, ensuring adherence to journalistic standards and reflecting community diversity.

Key Tasks

1. Pitch original story ideas and video treatments.
2. Gather information from various sources.
3. Conduct interviews.
4. Plan, edit, and deliver videos, focusing on live and on-demand content.
5. Understand shooting needs and edit recordings using available systems.
6. Develop video strategies and workflows with newsroom leadership.

Qualifications

You possess:

• Knowledge of legal and ethical journalism issues.
• Understanding of effective video content for our audience.
• Ability to generate original story ideas.
• Strategies to make video content engaging for Cape Breton audiences.
• Relevant education or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience with digital, social, radio, and TV news platforms.
• Proven skills in writing, shooting, editing, and packaging compelling video stories.
• Comfort with change and innovation.
• Knowledge of and connections to equity-deserving communities in Cape Breton.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• On-air presence and ability to work under deadlines.
• Teamwork skills and flexibility, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license.

Please include links to your work samples in your cover letter. Candidates may undergo skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Selected candidates will undergo background checks, including a criminal record check and other operational verifications.

CBC/Radio-Canada values diversity and is committed to inclusion. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, contact us at [e-mail]. Please review our Code of Conduct and conflict of interest policies on our website.

Location & Details

Primary Location: 500 George Place, Suite 120, Sydney, NS, B1P 1K6

Number of Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Full-time