Job 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 BC
Work Status: Full-Time

Location: Burnaby, BC (Onsite)

About the role:

Global BC is looking for a permanent, full-time Anchor/Producer to join the #1 newsroom in Western Canada. Reporting to the Global BC News Director/Station Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for anchoring, writing, producing, and delivering news content for Global News Morning on Global BC, and on BC1. This is a Group 5 position under the current collective agreement.

You will contribute by:

• Anchoring news on Global BC and BC1.
• Writing news copy for on-air, including newsbreaks, story leads and bumpers for news programs.
• Doing live hits as required for Global BC and BC1.
• Initiating and monitoring story development and maintaining quality of production.
• Monitoring all news sources, including feeds, wires and social media.
• Chasing breaking news stories - including coordinating live coverage and setting up interviews for broadcast, and facilitating pictures and video for online coverage.
• Communicating breaking or changing news situations with online and other show producers and anchors.
• Assisting in the coordination of reporters, editors, and cameras when necessary.
• Lining up and producing newscasts for Global BC and BC1.
• Other duties as required.

Skills and experience you will bring:

• Post-secondary education in Broadcast Journalism.
• 10 years major market journalism and anchoring experience.
• Experience anchoring live breaking news and performing live hits as an anchor.
• Demonstrated capability in driving editorial direction.
• Proven ability to write accurate, concise, creative broadcast copy and put together news line ups.
• Experience meeting multiple deadlines for broadcast and online.
• Ability to develop sources, contacts and research original stories.
• Experience in diverse and inclusive journalism, and reflecting those voices in newscasts.
• Knowledge of the Indigenous population in BC, trauma reporting, and storytelling through the lens of Truth and Reconciliation.
• Extensive knowledge of and contacts in Metro Vancouver\'s diverse communities.
• Willingness to adapt to rapidly changing technology and new online skills in a multi-faceted digital news operation.
• Familiarity with current state of online news reporting and publishing.
• Familiarity and ease in using social media.
• Excellent people skills with the ability to work independently, effectively, and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Experience in representing the company at various community and charity events and connecting with the audience.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive benefits package and access to free mental health supports.
• Free internal networking and learning opportunities with talented, award-winning journalists via the Corus U and Global News Academy programs.
• Joint union/management education fund available for approved external courses.
• Strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion through employee-led resource groups.
• Opportunities for social engagement with colleagues available throughout the year.
• Onsite perks such as cafeteria, gym, electric vehicle charging stations, free parking, and close to transit.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, July 11th, 2023

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 and for more information on our approach to People, Planet and Responsibility.

We want our workforce to reflect the full diversity of communities across Canada.

We are committed to providing an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities. Please let your recruiter or the hiring manager know if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or email us in confidence at .

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*No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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