Job Description

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

Are you a highly creative, innovative, nimble and original visual storyteller who connects with contemporary Canada?

CBC North is seeking a skilled video producer to join our visual storytelling team. You have a deep drive to find and reflect stories that move people, touching both hearts and minds.You strive to learn and bring understanding of underrepresented and diverse communities across the Yukon at a time of significant social, cultural and economic change. Ideally, you\xe2\x80\x99ll have demonstrated experience with a range of visual and digital storytelling genres.You are also knowledgeable about effective strategies for digital and social platforms as they evolve.You\xe2\x80\x99re fluent in what works (and what doesn\xe2\x80\x99t) online and you\xe2\x80\x99re keen to make content that grows audiences and increases engagement and loyalty. You\xe2\x80\x99ve also got experience and intuition about what works and what could work for streaming services and fast-paced, live video programming.

Under the general direction of CBC Yukon editorial leadership and in collaboration with the Senior Producer of Video in Yellowknife \xe2\x80\x93 the North\xe2\x80\x99s video broadcast hub \xe2\x80\x93 you will work closely with our content teams to be a reliable and thoughtful resource for them. You\xe2\x80\x99ll also have the ability to take initiative, to work and create independently as you research, gather, package, deliver and distribute stories on a consistent basis for CBC\xe2\x80\x99s platforms, including social media, digital, radio, and television, CBC Explore and CBC GEM.

You\xe2\x80\x99re curious, tenacious and constantly look for new ways to work, connect and reflect. You\xe2\x80\x99ve also got great interpersonal skills: you listen; you\xe2\x80\x99re sensitive; you anticipate and enthusiastically engage. You build a broad network of contacts. You\xe2\x80\x99re comfortable and confident with on-air presentation and with the demands of live programming.

You\xe2\x80\x99re not afraid to take creative risks, and you inspire others to do the same. You thrive on working as part of a team. You appreciate the role of local stories to our audiences.

You care about the people you work with and have a deep appreciation for different perspectives, opinions, and experiences. You live and promote the values of diversity, inclusion, and respectful work culture. You enjoy sharing your knowledge and experience in visual journalism and mentoring others.

Under the department of CBC News work must adhere to CBC journalistic and/or program policies, standards and practices but there is latitude for initiative, independent judgment and creativity.

You will be required to work a variety of shifts, including some evenings and weekends. Travel to Yukon communities will be an important part of this position.

Main responsibilities:

Conceive, pitch and develop original story ideas and concepts including researching, writing, shooting, generating, and/or editing of visual, audio and text material and ensures that perspectives from diverse and underrepresented communities are considered

Help to determine or influence the editorial direction of a story.

Determine the visual style, pace, tempo, and format of the story item relative to each multimedia platform.

Lead the development of new production methods using contemporary visual storytelling trends, practices, tools and techniques, to continually improve CBC\xe2\x80\x99s content and best practices.

Collaborate and coordinate with other CBC content teams, finding ways to provide material that can also be turned around in other formats, including audio and text.

Perform location surveys and identify special requirements such as audio, lighting, camera angles, and equipment, including production limitations.

Prepare, align, sets up, and operate small format, cinema, and traditional broadcast cameras and ancillary equipment, ensuring optimal visual, audio, and technical quality under prevailing conditions for multiple platforms and deadlines.

Ingest, transcode, and/or process images to improve overall quality or for specific creative effect within JSP guidelines.

Innovate and perform highly creative content gathering techniques for complex situations.

Provide technical guidance, expertise, and support, focused on content production techniques and workflows.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

A demonstrated understanding of the Yukon and pan-Northern political and cultural landscapes.

Proven record of highly creative, innovative visual storytelling.

Demonstrated skills in producing, shooting, and editing visual content at a high level with a digital mindset.

Superior level of technical knowledge and understanding of visual gathering, visual production, and post-production methods with a focus on compelling narratives

A portfolio of work demonstrating fluency as a visual journalist and experience working with video, camera and audio equipment, both with shooting and editing

Experience reflecting diverse and contemporary communities.

Strong sense of creativity, initiative, and a high degree of responsibility for the accuracy and quality of work throughout the complete production cycle.

Professional photography skills and experience in journalism are an asset.

Skills and experience with motion graphics and compositing are an asset.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and client service skills are required.

Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining a professional attitude.

Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to pursue the acquisition of story elements with a minimum of supervision.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Graduation from University or Community College in a relevant course of study or equivalent industry experience.

Minimum 5 years of directly related experience.

Ability and willingness to work overtime and various shifts patterns, including overnights and weekends, as required.

Possession of a valid driver\'s license and a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/RadioCanada\'s insurance company.

Please include a link to your online demo in your application.

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 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 . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on . 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.

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