Producer Assigned To Daybreak Montreal (english Services) (on - site)

Producer Assigned To Daybreak Montreal (English Services) (On-site)

CBC Quebec is seeking a producer, based in Montreal, to lead our flagship morning radio show, Daybreak Montreal.

As producer, you will drive programming decisions and lead a dynamic team that includes a host, director, researchers, regular columnists and other contributors.

We are looking for a producer with a clear vision of how to deliver on Daybreak Montreal's mandate and grow audiences:

"If it matters to Montrealers, Daybreak is on top of it. Every weekday morning, Sean Henry and the team bring you the news you need and the stories you connect with, whether it's happening in your neighbourhood or at city hall. Daybreak reflects Montreal in all its diversity, wakes you up, makes you smile, and gets your day going."

This position requires someone with initiative, solid editorial judgment, leadership skills, a good contact network, bilingualism and the ability to work well in a team under pressure.

We are looking for someone who will broaden the range of perspectives, experiences and points of view reflected on Daybreak, especially those from people who have been traditionally underrepresented in the media.

You are curious and comfortable listening to and engaging with people who have different viewpoints, and welcome opportunities to challenge the status quo and confront bias.

The producer of Daybreak must be deeply invested in developing a representative and inclusive culture. You will oversee development of team members so an eye for talent and a gift for mentorship are key.

You should also be comfortable navigating conflict, providing feedback, having tough conversations and navigating teams through times of change to keep up with changing audience habits and needs.

You are responsible for ensuring that the work on the program adheres to CBC/Radio-Canada journalistic standards and practices and programming policies.

You will:

• Plan, organize and develop program content, including assigning, researching and/or editing. As required, commission writing and/or research. Prepare scripts. In accordance with management objectives, determine the style, pace, tempo, lineup and format of the program.
• Plan, select and request, in collaboration with station management, production resource requirements, including creative contributors and other participants, material and facilities. Be responsible and accountable for the program budget.
• Plan digital strategies, including for audio, video, text and social for the show. Oversee the show team's workflow so that the digital requirements are met, regularly producing content for our platforms.
• Evaluate all aspects of a production and programming; assist in evaluating the performance of personnel and freelance contributors.
• Be responsible for providing regular feedback and check-in meetings with team members about the daily program and their growth and contributions.
• Work to make our programming and our production processes inclusive, reflecting the broad and specific diversity of our audience across Quebec.

As required, you will also perform the following tasks:

• Lead, motivate and be responsible for the professional growth and development of team members on the program.
• Determine the order and importance of various elements of a program.
• Properly incorporate network segments to ensure on-air messaging, and work closely with News and Current Affairs to adequately cover local, national and international stories.
• Participate in the station's editorial and community outreach initiatives.
• Coordinate and supervise the work of contributors to the program or segment for which you are responsible.
• Ensure you maintain a level of communication or rapport with audience members.
• Include digital and other visual treatments in the planning and rollout of stories.
• Edit and mix or direct the editing and mixing of audio elements in keeping with existing practices.
• Log programs and music in appropriate information systems.
• Perform other production and administrative tasks ensuring the smooth operation of your program.
• Select music and sound effects.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

Qualifications:

• University training in a relevant field, or relevant experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Three or four years' relevant experience, including two in broadcasting or a related field.
• Advanced level for English (reading/writing/speaking).
• Good spoken French and French comprehension.

Skills:

• The successful candidate must demonstrate leadership, news judgment, creativity, team focus, good communication skills, and a strong ability to work well under pressure to tight deadlines.
• You must also possess a keen interest in emerging technologies, keep up with local, national and world news, and have broad general knowledge.
• Strong understanding of English-speaking communities across Quebec.

Selected candidates may be tested as follows:

• Complete an assignment.
• Provide samples of previous programming if they have produced a show before.
• Interview.

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.