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About the Role

We are seeking a producer-host for the preparation and presentation of Téléjournal Ontario on Fridays, as well as National Hebdo on Saturdays and weekend short bulletins. You will also be responsible for assigning journalists on duty during the weekends. The host must plan, conceive, organize, and develop the production and realization of the show, demonstrating strong leadership, autonomy, creativity, rigor, high execution speed, and a unifying team spirit. The selected individual must be able to work under pressure and strive for excellence. You will need to support the team and reporters in the production of reports or interventions. The chosen individual will be aware of the predominant role of digital media in the media landscape and ensure that Téléjournal aligns with the station's objectives and those of Radio-Canada regarding digital production. You may also be called upon to create content for digital platforms.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise the work of staff members or guests contributing to the show.
Select, adapt, or revise texts by others.
Prepare a script and ensure the delivery of a news bulletin on TV or in a digital format.
Develop content taking into account the priorities set forth by the assignment and deployment staff.
Ensure the smooth flow of content between digital platforms, shows, and television.
Conceive and develop show ideas and concepts.
Evaluate all aspects of a production, including the performance of programming and production staff.
Participate in public or community relations activities.
Maintain expertise in areas related to the performance of their work.
Participate in the selection of produced topics.
Propose original topics for shows and the newsroom.
Determine the order and importance of the various elements of a show.
Find relevant guests to discuss current topics.
Organize pre-recorded or live interviews and prepare visual elements to illustrate these interviews.
Be able to pivot and find plan Bs in case of interview refusal.
Develop research files, conduct pre-interviews, and create interview plans with specific angles and concise questions that allow for in-depth coverage of the topics attracting attention each day.
Identify the elements that will serve as headlines for Téléjournal Ontario.
Edit and mix sound or visual elements, or direct their editing and mixing.
Proficiency in Mediacentral/iNews.

Requirements

University degree or equivalent training.
At least five (5) years of experience in journalism.
Ability to work proactively, in a team, and demonstrate inclusion and leadership, capable of mobilizing others.
Proven aptitude for conflict resolution, mentorship, as well as talent recognition and development.
Strong leadership to mobilize and inspire creative employees.
Ability to receive and give feedback.
Positive attitude and leadership focused on finding solutions.
Sense of innovation.
Commitment to reflecting Canadian communities and diversity.
Ability to choose relevant, audience-focused reports that reflect issues under discussion by the general public.
Excellent aptitude for presentation and on-air delivery.
Proven and practical knowledge of digital media.
Proven journalistic skills and ability to cover news in depth.
Critical thinking and originality.
Excellent editorial judgment.
Ability to work in an environment subjected to intense pressure and strict deadlines.
Ability to react quickly when breaking news occurs.
Knowledge of important events and issues in the news in different regions of Canada, with a sharp understanding of the issues in Ontario.
Knowledge of Radio-Canada’s mandate and Journalistic Standards and Practices.
Sense of rhythm, tone, on-air delivery, and production.
Superior writing, editing, and directing skills.
Interest in multiplatform media production.
Good knowledge of how a newsroom operates.
Fluency in written and spoken French.
Very good knowledge of English is an asset.
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
A mandatory Criminal record check.
Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.
Adherence to Radio-Canada’s policies, and its journalistic standards and practices.
Familiarity with the Toronto area, Ontario, and French Ontario.

Skills

French (Reading)
French (Speaking)
French (Writing)
Mediacentral/iNews proficiency
Digital media knowledge
Journalistic skills
Critical thinking
Originality
Editorial judgment
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to react quickly
Knowledge of Canadian news and issues
Knowledge of Ontario issues
Sense of rhythm
Sense of tone
On-air delivery skills
Production skills
Writing skills
Editing skills
Directing skills
Multiplatform media production interest

Location

Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7

Work Type

On Site
Temporary Long-Term
Full-time compressed schedule over 4 days
Full time

Experience Level

At least five (5) years of experience in journalism

Education Level

University degree or equivalent training

About the Company

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.
CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity.
We create and tell stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country.
CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada’s public broadcaster.

Equal Opportunity

We 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’s public broadcaster.
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.