Talk Show Content Producer - Edmonton, Canada - Corus Entertainment

Corus Entertainment

Verified Company

Edmonton, 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:
Corus Radio - 630 CHED

Work Status:
Full-Time

Location:
Edmonton, AB (Onsite)

About the Role:

If you are engaged in the news cycle, can almost always discuss the top stories of the day, and have an eagerness to always be asking, 'what's our next guest or topic?', this role may be for you

You will contribute by:

Creating an exciting, interesting, informative, community minded talk show
Creating original story ideas and developing them for radio broadcast, social and digital media.
Pitching story ideas, chasing and booking guests, and conducting preinterviews.
Creating daily rundowns
Editing audio and other programming elements.
Preparing focus and background notes ahead of live segments, including cover sheets, scripts, etc.
Updating and posting to the station website and social media platforms.
Collaborating with hosts, producers, and management on content, story development, and dialogue.
Participating in pre and post show production meetings.
Contributing to breaking news programming.
Developing and producing special programming.
Liaising with the newsroom on daily show content.
Using creativity to find the best way to share a story or segment to enhance listener experience and engagement.
Developing and maintaining a network of news contacts and sources.
Engaging social media skills to drive listeners to the show
Keeping current on all things topical both locally and nationally
Representing the station at community and promotional events.
Occasionally contributing onair when needed.
Practicing ethical principles of journalism.
Performing other duties as required.

Skills and experience you will bring:

Post-secondary education in broadcast journalism or a related field
Previous experience in a similar role is a strong asset; ideally as a chase producer or show producer for talk radio
Passionate about news and talk radio
Excellent news writing and storytelling skills
Strong news judgment for stories that matter to people in Edmonton.
Tenacious approach in booking guests and news makers to join hosts onair
Ability to write for all media platforms and solid interviewing skills
Expertise in audio editing
Comprehensive knowledge of local and national news events
Proficiency in social media and interest in developing shareable content (audio, X, Facebook, Instagram)
Understanding of new media, such as podcasting
Proactive selfstarter willing to take initiative to pitch innovative ideas.
Excellent organizational, communication & interpersonal skills
Creative, energetic, fun, outgoing, positive, friendly manner, team player

Application Deadline:
February 8, 2024

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.