National Assignment Editor

4 weeks ago

Montreal, Quebec, Canada CBCRadio-Canada Full time
Job Title: National Assignment Editor

Job Summary:

CBC/Radio-Canada is seeking a highly skilled National Assignment Editor to join our team. As a key member of our editorial team, you will be responsible for coordinating the work of reporters assigned to cover regional, national, or international news for our various platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Consult with reporters and network colleagues on what events should be given priority coverage.
  • Encourage reporters to come up with their own story ideas.
  • Maintain and update a short-, medium-, and long-term planning calendar, in conjunction with the Information Network.
  • Choose what events will be covered during the day and prepare the assignment schedule.
  • Assign stories to reporters and coordinate their work.
  • Assess the feasibility of producers' and lineup editors' requests.
  • Closely follow developing stories and have estimates prepared for special coverage.
  • Commission reports from other newsrooms, including foreign networks.
  • Review reporters' items and live hits when they go to air.
  • Follow up with reporters and assignment editors and give them feedback on their work.
  • Ensure that items under your responsibility scheduled to air in the various newscasts are ready on time.
  • Coordinate, if applicable, the work of a researcher.
  • Perform, as needed, the duties of reporter and national lineup editor.
  • Vet and occasionally edit reporters' copy.
  • Ensure that information aired is true and verified in accordance with corporate standards and policies.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent.
  • Seven (7) years' journalism experience or the equivalent.
  • Extensive general knowledge.
  • In-depth knowledge of Quebec, national, and international affairs.
  • In-depth knowledge of newsroom logistics.
  • Detailed knowledge of the digital news production cycle.
  • Knowledge of production techniques.
  • Solid understanding of the various platforms.
  • Superior French-language skills.
  • Proficiency in English is an asset.
  • Newsroom assignment experience is an asset.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and independently.
  • Ability to analyze, synthesize, and think critically about complex issues.
  • Ability to take initiative and be flexible.

What We Offer:

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country's diversity. We 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.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced journalist looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].

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