Writer/Editor

Rogers Communications, Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading media company as a content creator in Vancouver, where your creative vision and editorial judgment will shine. You will write and edit compelling news stories for various platforms while collaborating with a dynamic team. Enjoy competitive benefits, including discounts on services and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Discounts on Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets

Company matching contributions to charities

Employee assistance program

Fitness membership with virtual classes

Employee stock options

Paid time off for volunteering

Qualifications

• Experience in news writing and video editing preferred.
• Passion for local news and willingness to learn.
• Shift work required including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit news content for streaming channels.
• Research and pitch news stories during meetings.
• Interview sources and ensure content accuracy.

Skills

Creative vision

Editorial judgment

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

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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 dynamic content creator who will write news stories and edit video content for our scheduled newscasts and 24/7 streaming service. The ideal candidate knows how to write for news in broadcast style and knows the basics of desktop editing. You should also have a passion for local news, strong editorial judgement, and are looking for an opportunity to learn and grow while working alongside a talented, innovative and fun team of journalists.

What you’ll be doing:

• 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, Tweeting, 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 have:

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

What's in it for you?

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Company matching contributions to charities you support
• Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest

Wellness Programs:

• Homewood employee & family assistance program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
• Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:

• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

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: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Background Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record Check
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & Editorial
Requisition ID: 323867

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

Location:

Vancouver, BC, 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

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