Host, Canada Tonight, Cbc News Network

4 months ago

Toronto, Canada CBCRadio-Canada Full time

Job Family Programming (TV-Radio-Web)

Primary Location Toronto

Position Language Requirement English Only

Language Skill Level (Reading)
- Language Skill Level (Writing)
- Language Skill Level (Speaking) Status of Employment Contract

Work schedule(s) Full-time

**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.

**Your role**

CBC News Network, Canada’s top live and breaking news network, is looking for an experienced journalist and dynamic host to help lead our prime-time program, Canada Tonight. You’ll be part of an esteemed team of hosts, reporters and journalists across CBC News, and are ready to step into news specials, elections and major events as needed.

As host, you’re a natural storyteller with a fearless ability to ask any question and a curiosity about stories that resonate with people across Canada. You can go off-script to confidently cover any level of live and breaking news in a calm and compelling manner. You can translate complex stories into personal terms that make sense for a national audience. You thrive amid the energy of breaking news and live conversations.

You’re a journalistic driving force, pitching segments and booking guests with the team to capture the news concerns of the day and reflect the range of opinion, lived experiences, and interests in contemporary Canada. You have a deep understanding of news and current affairs in Canada, the U.S. and abroad. You relish the opportunity to write, craft, and shape the programming. All work is governed by an understanding of Journalistic Standards and Practices, and CBC programming policies.

As an ambassador of the program and of public broadcasting, you embrace the host’s public role in the community through outreach and events.

As a leader, you’re a mentor, a coach and a collaborator. You work in partnership with the senior and executive producers to create dynamic coverage and bring the best out of the team daily. You live and promote the values of an inclusive and respectful work culture.

**This full-time Monday to Friday position is a one-year contract based in Toronto. **The scheduled shift is 1 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. ET.**

**Job Requirements**
- Present live and breaking news on-air in a clear, engaging and professional manner
- Navigate live and pre-taped interviews
- Steer multiple stories and topics on-air during breaking and live coverage
- Write and revise intros and scripts to maximize personal voice for on-air
- Perform off script and be comfortable ad-libbing the latest details seamlessly into reporting, especially where information is sometimes scant or changing frequently
- Pitch relevant story ideas, guests, and treatments.
- Work collaboratively with producers and writers to develop show concepts and continuity
- Provide constructive feedback on editorial, broadcast, and production aspects of programming.
- Research, gather, and confirm information from various sources ranging from witnesses and social media to institutions and agencies
- Vet scripts for facts and voice, as required.
- Develop and maintain diverse journalistic contacts.
- Travel to field assignments and breaking news coverage, as required
- Participate in public outreach and community events, as required.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in journalism reporting and/or hosting, or in a relevant field.
- University degree or equivalent.
- Superb journalistic skills and experience, including broadcast writing, storytelling, interviewing, researching, and fact-checking.
- Superior critical thinking and analytical skills and the ability to make complex stories and issues easily understood.
- Deep understanding of news and current affairs in Canada and abroad, with a particular knowledge or interest in the intersectionality and experiences of underrepresented communities.
- Knowledge, interest and ability to report on a range of topics including politics, arts, culture, sports, business, and entertainment.
- Experience conducting one-on-one conversations and panel discussions.
- Experience pitching program ideas, guests, topics, lining up interviews, and preparing backgrounds.
- Experience in news gathering in the field.
- Knowledge of and creative ideas around the use of social media and digital platforms to connect with and grow audiences.
- Proven ability to motivate teams.
- Proven ability to work effectively under deadline pressure, both independently and co-operatively in a team environment.
- Knowledge of CBC edit

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