Supervisor, Reporter/digital Broadcast Journalist - Toronto, Canada - Corus Entertainment

Corus Entertainment

Verified Company

Toronto, 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:
Global News Toronto

Work Status:
Full-Time

Location:
Toronto, ON (Onsite)

About the Role:

This is a Group 5 position under current collective agreement.

You will contribute by:

Creating compelling content.
Daily reporting, writing, shooting, editing, presenting, and creating content for broadcast and online.
Generating and developing original and enterprising story ideas.
Modelling and encouraging fresh, compelling, and enterprising storytelling.
Helping ensure audience interest drives content decisions.
Helping build value around top stories.
Taking part in regular editorial and planning meetings.
Develop and implement new work processes.
Scheduling Digital Broadcast Journalists
Being the first point of contact for reporter/DJ issues and concerns.
Vet scripts as needed.
Leading and guiding digital broadcast journalists while supporting other members of the newsroom.
Regularly reviewing and providing feedback on DBJ stories including writing style, story structure, use of sound, graphics and video.
Conducting regular sessions with the team to inform, educate and celebrate success.
Conducting annual performance reviews and quarterly checkins with direct reports.
Communicating and model Corus Values

Skills and experience you will bring:

Post-secondary education in broadcast journalism or a related field.
An experienced journalist capable of reporting and anchoring daily news and community events.
Exceptional news writing, news delivery, and storytelling skills
A natural leader and effective communicator with a positive outlook and vision for the future
Motivated, organized, innovative and able to make quick and effective decisions under pressure.
Passionate about journalism, especially local news
Expert in television news with a solid understanding of online and radio news
At least ten years of reporting experience with a proven record of strong news judgment
A broadcastrelated degree or diploma from a recognized postsecondary institution
Able to supervise staff, enhancing teamwork, engagement and content.
Valid driver's licence and a clear driving record is required.

Application Deadline:
February 20, 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.