Host, The Afternoon Edition

Position Title:
Host, The Afternoon Edition (On Site) (English Services)

Status of Employment:
Contractee Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement:
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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.

Unposting Date:
2024-05-05 11:59 PM

CBC Saskatchewan is looking for a dynamic new host for The Afternoon Edition, our afternoon current affairs radio program.

You understand that audiences want to be both entertained and informed, and you realize the importance of making audiences feel welcome and part of a community when listening to The Afternoon Edition. You know that using a full range of tone, including humour, is key to strong radio current affairs programming.

You have a sense of adventure, an eclectic range of interests and a keen desire to meet new people, explore our province, and learn other perspectives. You are passionate about championing stories from Saskatchewan’s under-represented communities, and you love meeting listeners where they live through in-person public appearances and remote broadcasts.

An exceptional journalist and a keen observer, you must be able to quickly analyze a broad range of issues and thrive in the fast-paced, high-pressure world of live, local radio. You have a strong grasp on Saskatchewan’s political landscape and its economy, and you understand how these forces affect the day-to-day lives of the people who live here.

As a leader on the Afternoon Edition team, it’s clear you care about your colleagues. You act as a team unifier and collaborator, and are always looking for creative solutions to challenges.

Your responsibilities:
- Pitch and produce original stories that deepen The Afternoon Edition’s community connections, elevate a range of voices and reflect the day’s top local news.- Conduct research and interviews, gather audio, write radio scripts, and package and present content.- Host The Afternoon Edition live on air between 4-6 pm weekdays, conducting interviews both in and out of the studio on a wide variety of current events.- Interact extemporaneously with program participants such as guests, reporters, experts and members of the audience.- Participate in public relations or community outreach activities to promote The Afternoon Edition and CBC, with a focus on growing new audiences and building community connections.- Deepen community connection and reach new audiences through strategic use of social media and other video platforms.

Your profile:
- An engaging, curious, and spontaneous on-air personality, with a wide range of genuine interests, knowledge and insight, reflecting curiosity in many current affairs topics, and an ability to make them relevant to existing and new audiences.- Strong journalistic skills, demonstrated through original story ideas, live interviewing, innovative storytelling, and writing and vetting abilities.- Excellent critical thinking skills, including knowledge of and familiarity with CBC Journalistic Standards as well as the legal and ethical issues related to journalism.- Ability to react quickly to changing circumstances and breaking news; comfortable going off-script when needed.- A strong proven connection to the communities we serve in Saskatchewan, and an openness to diverse perspectives and ideas.- Familiarity with digital and social storytelling, including podcasting, and a willingness to learn and tackle new tasks across all CBC platforms (TV, radio, digital).- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and locations.- A proven work ethic and a positive team-first attitude.- A strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.- A passion for public outreach and an enthusiastic ambassador of public broadcasting and the program.- Ability to work a variety of shifts including early starts, late finishes and weekends.- University degree or equivalent in a related field, with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant or comparable experience.

We want to hear what you sound like Please include a link to samples of your on-air work in your cover letter.

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