Producer – Television (English Services) (On Site)

Job title:

Producer – Television (English Services) (On Site)

Company

CBC/Radio-Canada

Job description

Position Title: Producer – Television (English Services) (On Site)Status of Employment: PermanentPosition Language Requirement:Language Skills:Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.Unposting Date: 2025-04-18 11:59 PMThis is a full-time permanent position, based in Yellowknife.This role requires full time on site presence.Your roleWe are looking for a Producer, Television, to join CBC North’s television news team and lead the production of Northbeat, an English language, 30-minute supper hour newscast for Yukon, NWT, and Nunavut, as well as supporting Igalaaq, an Inuktitut, 30-minute supper hour newscast for Nunavut. You are known for your creative storytelling skills, your journalistic rigour and your ability to lead and develop teams.You will be responsible for overseeing the production of Northbeat and Igalaaq, ensuring they are informative, engaging, and well-organized. You will work closely with reporters, hosts, and other staff to determine the content and structure of the broadcast. This involves selecting and prioritizing stories, coordinating live shots, scripting segments, and managing the show’s timing. Additionally, the producer collaborates with the control room to handle technical aspects, such as graphics and video feeds. Your goal is to deliver accurate and compelling news that resonates with the audience while following CBC’s Journalistic Standards and Practices (JSP).You are an experienced and strong editorial leader who isn’t afraid to experiment and champion new, creative ways of doing things. You are open to new video storytelling treatments. You have very strong story development skills and are a leader focused on the audience and what they need.You are invested in ensuring that our journalism reflects the communities that we serve and that our stories are informative, relevant, and engaging.You are connected to, or have an understanding of, Indigenous communities and their way of life and are passionate about telling original or underreported stories about those communities.You are a motivator, mentor and coach, capable of developing young journalists. You are a team player, work well with others and lead with compassion and empathy. You set the standard for collaboration with other producers and content creators.You have a clear understanding of CBC‘s Journalistic Standards & Practices (JSP).Key Tasks:Directs the television team and establishes the editorial plan for the shows each day and.Works with the regional assignment producers to discuss story treatments and deliverables for the day.Manages story development with reporters and VJs, and works with the host and lineup producer to refine focus, angles, and structure.Writes, vets, and reviews scripts, stories and question lines for the shows. Works with the host to support delivery and performance, brainstorm and develop special programming, series, etc.In collaboration with the TV lineup producer, determines the look, feel, style, pace, lineup and format of the program.

Helps guide and support staff through change, supports team development and provides ongoing feedback.Is the editorial lead, with support from executive producers, for the journalism on the television programs.We are looking for a candidate with the following:A university degree or an equivalent of education and experience, plus 5 years of practical and relevant experience in journalism, including broadcast news.Demonstrated experience leading a team or unit and proven ability to direct others.Demonstrated experience in video story development, including innovative programming ideas.Demonstrated experience with journalism ethics, vetting and fact checking the work of others and identifying legal implications of journalism.An ability to work effectively to multiple deadlines.Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.A strong sense of creativity, initiative and a high degree of responsibility for the accuracy and quality of work.Curiosity, critical thinking and an ability to work effectively in a high pressure environment and under tight daily deadlines.Ability to re-imagine daily news – including tone, format, story choice and visual elements.Ability to solve problems quickly, independently and in group discussions while living the values of an inclusive and respectful work culture.A deep understanding and appreciation of the different cultures, opinions and experiences that make up Northern Canada.An ability to work overtime as required.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 nextstep 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.CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to .You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on . In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.Primary Location: 5002 Forrest Drive, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, X1A 2A9Number of Openings: 1Work Schedule: Full time

Expected salary

Location

Yellowknife, NT

Job date

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 23:27:57 GMT

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