Description:
Job requirements:
Report live and breaking news on-air.
Research, gather, and confirm information from various sources ranging from witnesses and social media to institutions and agencies.
Conduct interviews.
Perform off script and be comfortable ad-libbing the latest details seamlessly into reporting, especially where information is sometimes scant or changing frequently.
Develop strong on-air rapport with program hosts, other journalists.
Demonstrate effective and creative story-telling treatments and presentation.
Pitch relevant story ideas and treatment.
Work with producers and writers on intros, question lines and visual selection.
Backfill host, as required.
Availability to work a variety of shift times and overtime including weekends, as required.
Relevant qualifications:
Minimum eight years of comparable and relevant experience in journalism, reporting Canadian and international news.
Experience in reporting live and breaking news. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, tight-deadline environment.
Hosting experience is an asset.
Superior knowledge of broadcast journalism, and related skills including writing, interviewing and reporting live to camera.
Experience and ability navigating social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and agencies like Storyful. Knowledge of fair dealing.
Thorough understanding of national and international news stories and issues.
Knowledge and ability to report on a range of topics including health, politics, business, science, technology, pop culture and entertainment.
Superb analytical skills, critical thinking, and the ability to make complex stories and issues easily understood.
Knowledge of CBC editorial policies, including CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices.
Knowledge of an additional language (or more) is an asset.
Proficiency in learning and adapting to technology, such as touch screens and newsroom computer systems like iNews.
University degree or equivalent newsroom experience.
| Organization | CBC/Radio-Canada |
| Industry | Other Jobs Jobs |
| Occupational Category | Breaking News Host |
| Job Location | Toronto,Canada |
| Shift Type | Morning |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Gender | No Preference |
| Career Level | Experienced Professional |
| Experience | 8 Years |
| Posted at | 2024-08-17 6:02 am |
| Expires on | 2025-01-22 |