Part-time Reporter Portuguese-omni News - Toronto, Canada - Rogers Communications

Rogers Communications

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Part time

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

We're looking for a part-time reporter/ writer to find, develop and conduct original and compelling interviews of interest to the Portuguese Canadian community in the greater Toronto area.

What you will do

Pitch fresh and original stories and explore issues important to our Portuguese Canadian diaspora.
Conduct in person and virtual interviews for our weekly Focus Portuguese programs and digital media
Interview newsmakers, experts ,academics and people within the Portuguese Canadian community
Write, translate and repackage stories by many news sources
Be fluent in social media trends with personal accounts and the knowledge to use it to generate stories and ideas
Host and cohost the Focus Portuguese program as needed.

What you will bring

Proven experience in journalism and media
Ability to work in a group and in a fast and dynamic environment
Proven experience generating powerful, compelling and original stories
Ability to understand multiplatform coverage
Knowledge of the cultural and political landscape in Toronto
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to consistently generate original content ideas
Availability to work on weekends and statutory holidays
Must be fluent in Portuguese, oral and written, but also with a professional proficiency in English, oral and written

Here's what you can expect in return:

A manager who deeply cares about your development and long-term career at Rogers
A team that trusts and wants to win together
Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the "what" and the "how"
Your choice of hardware and software (iPhone or Android/Mac or PC etc.)

Schedule:
Part time

Shift:
Day

Length of Contract:
Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 33 Dundas St. East (909), Toronto, ON

Travel Requirements:
None

Posting Category/Function:
Broadcasting & News

Requisition ID: 280944

Together, we'll make more possible, and these six shared values guide and define our work: