Talk Show Content Producer - London, Canada - Corus Entertainment

Corus Entertainment

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day.

Our culture and our people are what make us, US.

We have a passion to connect with the world around us: to express, to share, to be part of people's lives. Our award-winning culture is an expression of who we are, what we do, and how we thrive. Our values describe our culture in action. They outline how we achieve our goals, work together, engage with partners, and interact in our communities. At Corus, we Win Together, Think Beyond, Make it Happen, Learn Every Day and Show We Care.

Ready to join US?

Division:
London Radio (980 CFPL)

Work Status:
Full-Time

Location:
London, ON (Onsite)

About the Role:

980 CFPL is looking for a full-time Talk show Content Producer based out London, ON.

Reporting to the Executive Producer & Program Director, you will be responsible for producing dynamic, interesting and informative locally focused content for 980 CFPL's Talk Shows.

This position will require an individual with an insatiable curiosity to learn, a passion for current affairs and the ability to develop and execute talk radio segments, live broadcasts, promotions, and special projects as assigned.

You'll be working on things like:

Research news and current affairs stories for broadcast, social and digital media.
Create original story ideas and develop them for broadcast, social and digital media.
Book guests and set up programming debates and forums.
Provide an onair presence (when applicable) on the show (debriefs, montages, reports, investigative series etc.).
Develop a comprehensive contact list and program database.
Collaborate with the program host on content and program support issues.
Develop and produce special programming.
Assist Program Director with programming tasks as required.
Editing of programming elements.
Prepare cover sheets, scripts and background notes.
Contribute to breaking news programming.
Collaborate with other producers on story development and dialogue.
Liaise with newsroom on daily show content.
Update information on and be proficient with social media.
Participate in pre and post show production meetings.
Provide guidance and feedback to other news and technical staff involved in the production of a 'live' newscast.
Practice ethical principles of journalism.
Meet and exceed ratings expectations.
Perform other duties as required.

If you have the want to hear from you

Postsecondary education in journalism, communications, or a related field.
News experience, preferably in radio.
Tenacious approach in convincing guests and news makers to join hosts onair.
Strong and solid interviewing skills.
Ability to write for all media platforms.
Expertise in audio editing.
Understanding of WordPress.
Proficiency with social media.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead a dynamic team.
Excellent organizational, communication & interpersonal skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of local and national news events

Application Deadline:
May 3, 2023

Every day, we work hard to become an even more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that supports the well-being of our people and makes a positive difference in our communities.

Want to learn more? Have a look at our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and Sustainability Report for more information on our approach to People, Planet and Responsibility.

We want our workforce to reflect the full diversity of communities across Canada.