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 EdmontonWork Status: Temporary Contract (1 year)Location: Edmonton, AB (Onsite)About the role:Global Edmonton is seeking a temporary full-time contract Digital Journalist to join their team. The successful candidate would be responsible for gathering and delivering news primarily for TV, but also for radio and the web when needed. This role reports to the Managing Editor. This role involves working a variety of shifts including early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is Group H position under the current collective agreement.You will contribute by:

• Researching and developing original and enterprising story ideas; actively participating in the assignment process and meetings.
• Shooting, writing, editing, reporting, posting, and promoting stories for multiple daily newscasts for TV, radio, and online.
• Reporting on-location for live TV broadcasts or stand-ups.
• Displaying creativity in the use of graphics and other visual elements.
• Writing and recording radio voicers and delivering live debriefs on talk radio.
• Being a strong advocate, model and mentor for digital journalism and a digital-first workflow.
• Establishing and maintaining a network of sources and news contacts.
• Participating in Global Edmonton promotional and community initiatives.
• Performing other duties as required.

Skills and experience you will bring:

• Post-secondary education in broadcast journalism or a related field.
• A minimum of two years of on-air reporting experience with a record of strong news judgment and creative storytelling.
• Adept writer for broadcast, online and social media with online and traditional research skills.
• Camera shooting and video editing experience.
• Familiarity with Canadian Press style, WordPress, Grass Valley, and Edius would be considered assets.
• Proven on-air presentation, including live remotes and unscripted material.
• Passionate about journalism, local news, and visual storytelling.
• An effective communicator with a positive outlook and vision for the future.
• Highly motivated, innovative, multitasker with great decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and with the team.
• Willing and able to adapt to rapidly changing technology and workflows.
• A valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license is required with a clean driver\xe2\x80\x99s abstract.

To apply:

• Please submit your resume with a link to your demo reel.

Application Deadline: July 18, 2024Every 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 .How to Apply: If you\'re interested in this role, click \'apply now\'.*No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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