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CBC/Radio-Canada

Full Time Toronto 80000 - 60900 CAD ANNUAL Today

Job description

Job Family Programming (TV-Radio-Web)

Primary Location Toronto

Position Language Requirement English Only

Language Skill Level (Reading) -

Language Skill Level (Writing) -

Language Skill Level (Speaking) -

Status of Employment Permanent

Work schedule(s) Full-time

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.

Your role

You are passionate about finding new stories about art and entertainment every day. You are a creative storyteller who believes great conversations about art and entertainment can lead us to better understanding. You believe everyone has a story to tell and you know how to find the people to tell the stories that we need to hear. You excel at live broadcasting, with a particular love of radio.

CBC Entertainment, Factual, and Sports seeks an Associate Producer for Commotion, CBC’s daily Arts and Entertainment show. This show is a daily 30-minute live broadcast looking at the news and events driving discussion in the arts. It is a show that involves multiple voices from contributors and panelists across Canada and around the world.

Reporting to the Executive Producer, the Associate Producer will create smart programming of particular relevance to new audiences (people who are 30-49 years old, from diverse backgrounds).

Key Tasks:

Work with editorial leaders to identify topics of particular relevance to our target audiences with particular emphasis on topics in the music world.
Chase and book guests for a daily arts radio program while focusing on a wide range of opinion and background.
Work collaboratively across the EFS Arts team to engage with and build audience using multiple platforms.
Anticipate the audience’s needs to provide timely, relevant information and context.
Assist in developing program content including writing, researching, gathering and/or editing; ensure adherence to the style and format of the program.
Ensure CBC’s JSP is applied to all on air and on line content.
Conceives and develops program ideas and concepts. Participates in the preparation of program objectives.
Plans, organizes and co-ordinates the program or the components and/or segments of a program, or programs.
Engages and evaluates a wide range of freelance talent for on air contributions.
Plans, selects and requests, in collaboration with the Unit or Business Manager, the financial and production/resource requirements including the creative contributors and other participants, the material and facilities.

As required performs the following tasks:

Research, chase, pitch and execute items for broadcast.
Select, write and/or edit copy for digital feed.
Direct talent and contributors for segments and panels.
Ensure, in collaboration with Copyright Clearance Officers or others, the proper and accurate clearance of all material used in the program.
determine the order and importance of various elements of a program or segment.
identify, develop and maintain contacts appropriate to the area of assignment.
edit and mix audio and/or visual elements.
assure the maintenance of a level of communication or rapport with members of the audience which is both feasible and appropriate to the style and nature of the program and participate in this activity as necessary.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

Objective Criteria:

University degree or equivalent
Minimum of two years’ broadcast experience, in a journalistic setting
Deep community and audience-centric mindset.
Specialist in music of all genres from the past 40 years
Extensive knowledge of music and musicians in Canada
Ability to write scripts and intros in the voice of the show
Ability to write digital editorial content for online web stories
Chasing experience
Ability to identify stories that are relevant today
Experience producing/writing radio current affairs stories
Passion for/experience in arts and entertainment coverage
Strong journalistic judgment
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to use tape effectively, and write to it with flair
Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize
Superior editing skills in DaletPlus or comparable editing system
Superior skills in publishing with Polopoly

Subjective Criteria:

Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns and methods.
Independent, self-motivated combined with the ability to work well in a team environment.
Ability to work effectively in a high pressure environment
Well-developed interpersonal skills
Track record of creativity and innovation
A sense of humour doesn’t hurt!

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing

If this sounds interesting, please click on ''Apply online''. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Note - the recruiting and interview should stress diversity of perspective, knowledge of music, and writing experience for digital platforms.

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 of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to [email protected].

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.

Job Posting Date Jun 1, 2023, 12:57:44 PM

Unposting Date Jun 16, 2023, 1:59:00 AM