Writer / Editor

ITjobs.ca; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Part-time Casual Newsroom Writer to join their dynamic team. This role involves creating fast-paced, engaging news content for 24/7 streaming channels and scheduled newscasts. Ideal candidates will possess strong writing and communication skills, with a creative vision and a willingness to learn. You'll work independently and collaboratively, pitching ideas and producing innovative content. This opportunity allows you to shape the future of media while embracing diversity and inclusivity in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about news and storytelling, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Creative vision and strong editorial judgment are essential.
• Must possess superior writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling news content for streaming channels and newscasts.
• Conduct interviews and research for enterprise or breaking news.

Skills

Writing

Researching

Editing

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

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.

We're looking for a Part-time Casual Newsroom Writer to shape and strengthen the CityNews brand as our news operations expand from scheduled newscasts to all-day live news on our streaming channels.

The ideal candidate has competence in many of the skills required to work in a modern, multi-platform, continuous news operation, and an aptitude and desire to learn more. Writing, chasing, researching and desktop editing - you have, or with training are on your way to having, the ability to create journalistic content from the idea stage to publishing or broadcast.

What You Will Do....

• Working independently or as part of a team, you will create fast-paced, compelling and informative news content for our 24/7 streaming channels and our scheduled newscasts that you write and edit.
• Pitching during daily creative brainstorms and story meetings.
• Emailing, calling and interviewing people as you chase, research, and create enterprise or breaking news content, as well as content for our new prime time news specials.
• Creating, independently or as part of a team, innovative video content optimized for streaming and digital platforms.
• Ensuring that content is factually and grammatically correct.

What You Will Bring...

• Creative vision and keen editorial judgment.
• Superior writing, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• You know how to edit, if not, you are willing to learn.
• Shift work required (mornings, evenings and weekends).
• An appetite to learn and grow.

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: Part time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: No Selection
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 322911

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. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.