Job Description

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a newsroom writer to shape and strengthen the CityNews brand as our news operations expand from scheduled newscasts to all-day live news on our streaming channels.

The ideal candidate has competence in many of the skills required to work in a modern, multi-platform, continuous news operation, and an aptitude and desire to learn more. Writing, chasing, researching and desktop editing \xe2\x80\x93 you have, or with training are on your way to having, the ability to create journalistic content from the idea stage to publishing or broadcast.

What you will do....

• Working independently or as part of a team, you will create fast-paced, compelling and informative news content for our 24/7 streaming channels and our scheduled newscasts that you write and edit.
• Pitching during daily creative brainstorms and story meetings.
• Emailing, calling and interviewing people as you chase, research, and create enterprise or breaking news content, as well as content for our new prime time news specials.
• Creating, independently or as part of a team, innovative video content optimized for streaming and digital platforms.
• Ensuring that content is factually and grammatically correct.

What you will bring...

• Creative vision and keen editorial judgment.
• Superior writing, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• You know how to edit, if not, you are willing to learn.
• Shift work required (mornings, evenings and weekends).
• An appetite to learn and grow.

Here\xe2\x80\x99s what you can expect in return:

• A competitive salary and benefits which include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks, including 50% off Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets.
• All equipment and technology required for you to perform your role provided prior to your start.
• Leadership which supports your development and long-term career at Rogers.
• A team that trusts and wants to win together.
• Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the \xe2\x80\x9cwhat\xe2\x80\x9d and the \xe2\x80\x9chow\xe2\x80\x9d.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 302755

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the .

Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check as part of the hiring process.

Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media

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