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Position Title: Videographer (French Services)Status of Employment: PermanentPosition Language Requirement: English, FrenchLanguage Skills: English (Reading - B - Intermediate), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading - E - Exempt), French (Speaking - E - Exempt), French (Writing - E - Exempt)Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt 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: 2025-04-17 11:59 PMYour roleWe are looking for a videographer to join the Radio-Canada Alberta team in Edmonton. Based on current plans, you will be assigned to the weekend shift for most of the year and be scheduled from Wednesday to Sunday. As a videographer, you will perform tasks related to shooting and editing news items and programs. As a resource specialist, you will perform your work according to accepted CBC/Radio-Canada and industry standards, but there is latitude for independent action, judgment and initiative. Duties are performed under the guidance of the Operations Producer, but there may be requirements to work without immediate supervision. Work is usually performed within established program formats and under high pressure.Key tasks:Prepare, align and set up field cameras, ensuring optimum visual and technical quality under prevailing conditions.Light the subject or scene; compose and record program material using a handheld camera. Ensure both visual and aural material meets technical and esthetic requirements for editing.Deliver all recorded materials and perform editing.In the field, perform basic maintenance on equipment.Shoot stills for our digital platforms.As assigned or required, you may perform any or all of the following tasks:Ask scripted questions of subjects being recorded.Contribute to digital platforms.Craft stories, working with other team members.Help produce infographic content.What you bring:Objective criteria:Proficient knowledge of Sony 500/700 ENG camerasProficient knowledge of Sony A7/FX6 cinema camerasTechnical knowledge and understanding of daily television and digital program production methods. Understanding of picture composition and single-camera lightingKnowledge generally gained through community college graduation in television arts, or equivalent industry experienceThree (3) years of specialized professional experience shooting and editing French-language news storiesAbility to edit recorded items on appropriate/available editing systems, such as Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere ProExcellent command of French (French-speaking work environment)Passion for detailsProficient knowledge of production resource equipment, routers and recording gear at the Edmonton stationResourcefulness to find solutions to maintenance issues when specialized staff are not aroundIntermediate oral, writing and reading proficiency in English (BBB)Valid driverxe2x80x99s licenceAbility to work various shift patterns, including overnights and weekends, often in unexpected overtime situationsSubjective criteria:Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining a calm, professional attitudeDemonstrated leadership skills and the ability to pursue the acquisition of story elements with minimum supervision ensuring a high degree of accuracy, quality and creativityDemonstrated ability to work as part of a teamHighly creative, imaginative problem-solver and motivated self-starterExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated initiative and innovative thinkingPlease note the interviews will be conducted in French.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 nextstep 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 countryxe2x80x99s diversity. Thatxe2x80x99s 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. Thatxe2x80x99s 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 Canadaxe2x80x99s 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 .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.Primary Location: 123 Edmonton City Centre, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 2Y8Number of Openings: 1Work Schedule: Full time

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