Videojournalist Based In Victoriaville (french Services)

Videojournalist Based In Victoriaville (French Services)

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.

Radio-Canada Estrie is looking for a videojournalist based in Victoriaville. You will report to Charles Beaudoin, Senior Manager of Journalism and Programming. We are seeking a qualified individual who can develop daily story ideas, research and produce reports that resonate with the Victoriaville region's audience for the Info app and all other Radio-Canada platforms. The successful candidate must be versatile and able to tell stories both in writing and in vertical video format. You must be comfortable gathering your own content (video, photos, interviews, etc.) using a mobile phone.

You are creative, resourceful, rigorous, and highly autonomous. You have a strong ability to make complex information accessible. You must be comfortable working under pressure, conducting your own research and fieldwork, shaping stories, and presenting your material confidently across multiple platforms. The work schedule is variable, and you must be able to travel across your coverage area using a Radio-Canada vehicle.

You will contribute original ideas and creative solutions to our news programming and demonstrate solid skills in preparing reports for our news bulletins. You may also be called upon to work for other platforms and must be available for a flexible schedule, often working independently.

Profile Sought:

Qualifications:

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to a university degree with more than three (3) years of relevant practical experience, or a college diploma with more than five (5) years of relevant experience

Skills:

• Strong reporting skills
• Ability to develop and maintain a network of contacts
• Good knowledge of Premiere editing software
• On-air confidence and energy
• Excellent interviewing skills
• Ability to write clearly and concisely
• Ability to propose original story ideas and creative storytelling approaches
• Capacity to work in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines and occasional unexpected overtime
• Flexibility to contribute to radio, national television, and digital platforms
• Valid driver's licence
• Creativity and problem-solving skills
• Imagination, motivation, and strong analytical abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate fluently in both English and French

Selected candidates will be tested as follows:

• Interview
• Submission of a vertical video (under one minute) explaining why you are the best person to cover the news in Victoriaville

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.