Provincial Affairs Reporter - Victoria, Canada - CBC/Radio-Canada

CBC/Radio-Canada

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Victoria, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Title:
Provincial Affairs Reporter

Status of Employment:
Permanent

Position Language Requirement:

Language Skills:
Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At 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:
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Your role

The provincial affairs reporter performs reporting and editorial assignments for web, radio, television and social media that typically involve the gathering, writing and presentation of information related to provincial affairs - specifically but not exclusively the B.C.

legislature, the government / opposition parties and politicians (both in office and out), as well as the public service and Crown corporations.

This position helps set the agenda for CBC B.C.'s political coverage, identifying the stories that matter to people who live here.

Under the CBC News Strategy all work must abide by CBC/Radio-Canada journalistic and programming policies, standards and practices. Advice and guidance are available but initiative and independent judgment are expected. Work can involve coordination of the activities of others, and close cooperation with multiple content units is essential.

Please note this role is located in Victoria, B.C.- University degree (or the equivalent) in journalism, communications, political science or a related field- At least five years' related experience in news (web and/or radio and/or TV experience)- Experience preparing and delivering reports on multiple platforms daily- Good knowledge of newsroom operations and editorial practices- Knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canada's mandate and Journalistic Standards and Practices- Knowledge of the province of British Columbia- Contact network including the various provincial stakeholders- Valid driver's license; able to travel across BC- Must be able to travel abroad- Proven experience with access to information requests- Proven ability to work in a multiplatform environment- Able to work independently- Resourceful self-starter- People skills and drive- Interpersonal and communication skills- Able to plan, organize and coordinate day-to-day work so as to meet tight deadlines; able to work well under pressure- Able to prepare and draft programming copy, and rewrite news copy in good broadcasting style- Enterprising approach to interviewing and fact gathering- Good communicator, able to write and tell stories clearly and effectively- Able to convey effectively to non-experts- Able to analyze and synthesize- Thorough; able to think critically- Solid command of social media

Please include additional documentation or a link to your online demo or website, blog or video in your cover letter.

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

Diversity and Inclusion section

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our

corporate website

All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on

conflicts of interest

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:
780 Kings Rd. Unit 2, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 5A2

Number of Openings:
1

Work Schedule:
Full time