Job Description

Job Family Programming (TV-Radio-Web)
Primary Location Yellowknife

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


We are seeking a dynamic host for the morning radio show The Trailbreaker, broadcast live from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. on weekdays.

You are insatiably curious, a natural storyteller with a passion for drawing information, stories and accountability out of interview subjects every day. You are passionate about the Northwest Territories, are deeply familiar with its diverse population and have a strong desire to give listeners knowledge and insight to understand the news.

You bring curiosity but also something more: a demonstrated openness to diverse perspectives and ideas. You understand how to use a full range of tones to create strong radio programming.

You are enthusiastic about experimenting with talk formats and innovative story treatments. You are an agenda setter, starting and contributing to the important conversations facing your audience through your own pitches and storytelling.

You will play a key role in helping us connect with, and grow, new audiences through the range of stories and perspectives presented on the program and through regular outreach and public events in the Northwest Territories. You are enthusiastic about taking the show out of the studio, travelling to the territory\xe2\x80\x99s diverse remote communities, and telling the stories of its people.

You live and promote the values of an inclusive and respectful work culture. As one of the team leaders, you demonstrate a positive attitude with colleagues and are always looking for creative solutions to challenges.

Please note the work schedule is from 5:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Main responsibilities:

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  Help plan, conceive and organize the program or program segments.
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  Interact extemporaneously with program participants such as guests, reporters, experts and members of the audience.
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  Conduct prepared or improvised interviews on a wide variety of current events.
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  Promote content on our platforms. Contribute to our digital platforms (web and social media) and engage with the audience.
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  Follow current events and maintain your expertise.
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  Participate in public relations or community outreach activities to promote program(s) and/or the Corporation.
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  Represent the Corporation or program in a number of forums.
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  As required, perform the following tasks:
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    Assume production responsibility for the program or program segments.
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    Pitch ideas, suggest and line up interviewees, prepare background notes and questions, and conduct interviews on or off air; provide narration and linking continuity between program segments.
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    Present segments or content on other TV/radio programs.
    

What you bring:

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  Exemplary journalistic skills, including interviewing, storytelling and critical thinking.
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  A thorough understanding of issues and events particular to the Northwest Territories and its diverse population.
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  University degree or equivalent in a related field is an asset.
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  Five years of comparable radio hosting experience or relevant experience that demonstrates knowledge of the broadcast or a related industry.
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  In-depth knowledge of regional, national and international affairs.
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  Wide range of genuine interests, knowledge and insight, reflecting curiosity in many current affairs topics, and an ability to make them relevant to existing and new audiences.
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  Engaging, curious, spontaneous and authentic on-air personality.
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  Widely read, knowledgeable and nuanced thinker.
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  Ability to function independently and cooperatively in a small team setting while collaborating with other teams and units within CBC/Radio-Canada.
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  Openness to diverse perspectives, ideas and opinions.
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  Ability to work effectively under deadline pressure.
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  Genuinely loves public outreach and is an enthusiastic ambassador of public broadcasting and the program.
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  Knowledge of and creative ideas around the use of social media and digital platforms to connect with and grow audiences.
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  Technical skills, including field recording and audio editing.
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  Possession of a valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada\'s insurance company.

We want to hear what you sound like! Please include a link to samples of your on-air work in your cover letter.


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.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country\xe2\x80\x99s diversity. That\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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 recruitment@cbc.ca.


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 Dec 28, 2022, 9:56:54 AM
Unposting Date Jan 11, 2023, 10:59:00 PM