Video Journalist (On-Site) (English Services)

CBC / Radio-Canada; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national broadcasting corporation is seeking an experienced Video Journalist to join their team in Yellowknife for a temporary six-month position. The candidate will create engaging video stories and be responsible for breaking news as well as original storytelling. Applicants should have a degree in journalism and five years of experience, with strong skills in video editing and interpersonal communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of recent, related experience.
• Experience in a fast-paced daily news environment.
• Ability to present stories live on-air.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, research, write, shoot, edit and package original stories.
• Respond quickly to breaking news events.
• Regularly present stories on-air.

Skills

Strong journalist skills

Innovative storytelling

Video editing skills

Social media understanding

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Education

University degree in journalism

Tools

Non-linear editing platforms

Various cameras

Job description

Overview

Video Journalist (On-Site) (English Services) — Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term). CBC Northwest Territories (NWT) is looking for an experienced and creative videojournalist to join our team for six months starting in January 2026, and help bring stories from across the territory to our broadcast and digital video platforms. The role requires full-time, on-site presence. This is a temporary position for six (6) months and may be scheduled to work weekends and/or irregular hours. Unposting Date: 2025-11-17 11:59 PM.

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. We value creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. You would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Equally comfortable in front of the camera as behind it, the successful candidate will be a strong journalist and innovative storyteller who brings original ideas and treatments to their stories, has an understanding of what works for social and streaming platforms, and will have demonstrated skills in video and digital journalism.

You will put audience needs at the centre of your journalism, ensuring your work highlights a broad range of perspectives, experiences and points of view, especially those from people who have been traditionally underrepresented in the media. You will ensure that all CBC journalistic standards are met and that our stories are fair, balanced, accurate, thoughtful, immediate and resonate with the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, research, write, shoot, edit and package original stories for all platforms that will engage and inform the audience, deepen our community connections and elevate a range of voices.
• Respond quickly to breaking news events – chasing, gathering, shooting, writing and packaging stories for digital, radio, social and visual programming.
• Research internal archives and source user-generated content to effectively support and shape compelling visual stories.
• Regularly present stories on-air, providing analysis and context to enhance the audience’s understanding of issues.
• Distill large amounts of complex information under tight time constraints.
• Leverage strong interpersonal skills to foster and maintain a broad pool of sources and contacts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and break stories, and coordinate long-term coverage.

Your profile

• University degree in journalism or equivalent with a minimum of five years of recent, related experience.
• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced daily news environment.
• Sound news judgment and a demonstrated ability to react quickly to breaking news and changing priorities, and chase multiple stories at once.
• Ability to generate, pitch and pursue strong story ideas.
• An understanding of the NWT political landscape, economic drivers and demographics, and a strong proven connection to the communities we serve.
• A proven work ethic, strong communication skills and a positive, team-first attitude.
• Superior writing skills across platforms.
• Superior shooting and editing skills, and demonstrated experience producing innovative visual content for multiple platforms (digital, social, television).
• Ability to present stories live on-air, from within the studio and out in the field.
• Knowledge of emerging storytelling formats and willingness to embrace change and new tasks across all CBC platforms.
• Superior level of technical knowledge with a variety of cameras, broadcast equipment and non-linear editing platforms, including strong troubleshooting skills related to live video transmission.
• A strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.
• Possession of a valid driver’s licence and a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada's insurance company.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as required.
• The ability to speak a northern Indigenous language would be considered a major asset.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes a mandatory Criminal record check. Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

Additional details

• Primary Location: 5002 Forrest Drive, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, X1A 2A9
• Number of Openings: 1
• Work Schedule: Full time

Equal opportunity

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s why we value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us by emailing [e-mail]. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. All employees must adhere to the Code of Conduct and related policies.