Reporter - Toronto, Canada - Rogers Communications

Rogers Communications

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Come play a key role in building the future of Sports & Media Everyone wants to be part of a transformational team - and that's exactly what we're building at Rogers Sports & Media.

A team that innovates and a team that wins.

At Rogers Sports & Media we are committed to creating and growing teams that are digital-first, fast-moving and bold-thinking and are focused on delivering impact with everything they do.

Our impressive collection of assets includes media properties, sports teams, sports events & production, venues, e-commerce platforms and a close connection with our Connected Home and Wireless team.

Collectively, we touch the lives of 30 million Canadians every month

Are you up for the challenge and the fun? If so, consider the following opportunity

Reporter (1-year Contract), Chinese Language Programming

Are you in tune with what's important to the Chinese community in Canada? Can you get the clips you need to report on relevant and engaging stories? Is communicating on social media second nature to you? If so, you might be the right person for us.

We produce regional and national newscasts on OMNI Television across Canada, to deliver compelling multilingual relevant content to Canadians. As an experienced news professional, you know what content our viewers want and how to deliver compelling stories. As a proven innovator, you know how to emphasize creativity over tradition.

OMNI is looking for a
Reporter (1-year contract for its Chinese language programming) who is a passionate and reliable self-starter.

You can work independently, but also as part of a diverse newsroom.

You will be responsible for working on stories both in the studio, and out in the field for multiple media platforms.

Your Role:

Pitch, chase, write, research, report, and present compelling stories and segments onair for the Cantonese and Mandarin newscast
Monitor all news sources and be on top of breaking news and developing situations and assist in breaking news coverage
Backfill for Anchor shifts as needed, and work multiple shifts including evenings and weekends
Organize material and write engaging, relevant, and concise news stories under tight deadlines according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
Collaborate with a diverse team of innovative journalists at OMNI and CityNews
Build a strong network of contacts within the Chinese-Canadian community

What you will bring:

Fluent in writing, reading, and speaking in Cantonese and Mandarin and a basic working knowledge of English
Adaptable and won't allow obstacles to stop you from producing a compelling story
Highly attentive to detail and thrives in a fastpaced environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Desktop video script editing
Fluent in the digital news space with an ability to identify trending stories on social media
Experience with live news and field production are assets
A broadcast journalism diploma or equivalent experience

Schedule:
Full time

Shift:
Variable

Length of Contract: 12 Months

Work Location: 33 Dundas St. East (909), Toronto, ON

Travel Requirements:
Up to 25%

Posting Category/Function:
Broadcasting & Editorial

Requisition ID: 288573

Posting Notes:
Rogers Sports & Media