French - quebec Sign Language (LSQ) Interpreter (french Services) (on Site)
CBC / Radio‑Canada
French-Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) Interpreter (French Services) (On Site)
Status of Employment: Contractee Long-Term (Durée déterminée)
Position Language Requirement: French
Language Skills: French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing)
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.
This role requires full-time on-site presence.
Job Purpose
As a Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) Interpreter, you will provide professional sign language interpretation services in a variety of workplace settings to support employees who are deaf or hard of hearing. This role includes daily live interpretation for news broadcasts (such as the 6 p.m.Téléjournal) and televised press briefings. Additionally, you will develop and maintain a standardized LSQ glossary to ensure linguistic consistency across the Corporation.
Key Responsibilities
You will work closely with deaf and hard-of-hearing employees, managers and other stakeholders. This role requires particularly close collaboration with an LSQ-speaking videojournalist and their team. You will take a leadership role in producing sign language content and managing the linguistic database. Working alongside the LSQ videojournalist, you will ensure that all French-to-LSQ translations are accurate, professional and consistent. Another core component of this position is interpreting the 6 p.m.Téléjournal every weekday evening.
Additionally, you will be responsible for reviewing and proofing content translated into LSQ by others and working with the editing teams to ensure the accuracy of the video editing. Occasionally, you may be asked to translate texts and video materials.
Working Conditions
Typical Schedule: Monday to Friday, 10:45 a.m.-7:00 p.m. (Willingness to work irregular hours from time to time).
Location: On-site in Montreal.
Your Profile
Qualifications
Certificate or major in French-LSQ interpretation post-secondary diploma from an accredited LSQ interpretation program or equivalent.
Official certification or accreditation in LSQ interpretation.
Membership in the Association québécoise des interprètes en langue des signes (AQILS) or the Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI).
Membership in the Ordre des traducteurs, terminologues et interprètes agréés du Québec (OTTIAQ) an asset.
At least five (5) years's experience in LSQ interpretation.
Technical and Interpersonal Skills
Full proficiency in French and Quebec Sign Language (LSQ).
Advanced oral, writing and reading proficiency in English.
Exceptional expressive and receptive skills in all working languages, in contexts where information is conveyed at a rapid pace.
Previous experience with interpretation in a media environment an asset.
Proven ability to manage stress and handle highly sensitive information.
Ability to exercise strict discretion and confidentiality.
Strong general knowledge and keen intellectual curiosity.
Excellent priority management and the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
Flexibility, initiative, drive and adaptability.
Rigorous attention to detail.
Sound judgment and the ability to make quick, effective decisions.
Self-motivated and resourceful with excellent problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and team-playing skills.
Proficiency with the Windows environment and Google Workspace tools.
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 next step 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 country's diversity. That's 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's 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's public broadcaster.
Primary Location: 1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2
Number of Openings: 2
Work Schedule: Part time