Job Description

Position Title: Reporter-Editor (French Services)
Status of Employment: Permanent
Position Language Requirement: English, French
Language Skills: English (Reading - B - Intermediate), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing)
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.
Unposting Date: 2025-06-11 11:59 PM
Your role
Radio-Canada Terre-Neuve et Labrador is seeking an experienced Reporter/Editor for our St. Johns station. Under the supervision of the Assignment Producer and reporting to the Senior Manager, News and Programming, for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, you will be assigned to produce articles and stories focusing on Newfoundland and Labrador news for our French-speaking audiences in the province and across the country.
To excel in this role, you must have a creative mind, strong editorial judgment and sharp news sense, along with the resourcefulness to find original, compelling stories in the public interest. You must be comfortable on radio and writing copy for our digital platforms but may also be required to occasionally report for television. All work will be governed by CBC/Radio-Canada Journalistic Standards and Practices.
What you bring:
University education (or equivalent) in journalism, communications or a related field
Three (3) years directly related experience that includes proven ability in the field and knowledge of TV/radio broadcasting
Relevant experience filing stories and delivering live hits
Strong interviewing, writing and narration skills
Understanding of CBC/Radio-Canadas mandate and Journalistic Standards and Practices
Knowledge of social, political, cultural and economic life in Atlantic Canada
Knowledge of issues facing Newfoundland and Labradors French-speaking community
Excellent command of French (spoken and written) and good knowledge of English (spoken and written)
Valid drivers licence
Strong news sense, editorial judgment and decision-making skills
Resourcefulness and initiative
Interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
Ability to plan, organize and co-ordinate your day-to-day work so as to meet tight deadlines; ability to work effectively under pressure
Creative, enterprising and inquisitive approach to researching and newsgathering
Willingness to travel across the province and work flexible, variable hours
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next
step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:
A mandatory Criminal record check.
Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.
CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our countrys diversity. Thats 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. Thats 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 Canadas public broadcaster. For more information, visit the 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 .
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Primary Location: 95 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, St-John'S, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1B 1Z4
Number of Openings: 1
Work Schedule: Full time