Part-time Casual Assignment Editor- Citynews

3 days ago

Vancouver, Canada Rogers Communications Full time

Come play a key role in building the future of Sports & Media Everyone wants to be part of a transformational team - and that’s exactly what we’re building at Rogers Sports & Media. A team that innovates and a team that wins.

At Rogers Sports & Media we are committed to creating and growing teams that are digital-first, fast-moving and bold-thinking and are focused on delivering impact with everything they do. Our impressive collection of assets includes media properties, sports teams, sports events & production, venues, e-commerce platforms and a close connection with our Connected Home and Wireless team. Collectively, we touch the lives of 30 million Canadians every month

Are you up for the challenge and the fun? If so, consider the following opportunity

OMNI Television, Canada’s only multilingual and multicultural television station is seeking a passionate, team-oriented and innovative Assignment Editor with a can-do attitude to support daily newsgathering in our Vancouver, BC bureau.

**What you will do...**
- Work with producers/bureau managers to assign resources to stories of the day
- Chase interviewees and provide guidance to ENG operators on editorial focus of assignments
- Organize and book feeds
- Coordinate coverage or technical arrangements with other Rogers departments or broadcast partners on news stories
- Liaise with reporters, editors, cameras, producers, on story updates and content gathered
- Communicate relevant story updates to teams
- Liaise with partners across Rogers Sports and Media
- Other duties as required

**What you will bring...**
- Proven experience working in an editorial capacity in a newsroom
- Field experience as a writer, reporter or producer not required but an asset
- Superior communication, writing, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
- Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of newsroom computer software
- Knowledge of Inception NRCS an asset but not requirement
- Knowledge of the cultural and political landscape of Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley
- Degree or diploma in journalism or broadcasting (or equivalent experience)
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and deliver under tight deadlines
- A team-focused attitude

**Here’s what you can expect in return**:

- A team that trusts and wants to win together
- Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how”
- Your choice of hardware and software (iPhone or Android/Mac or PC etc.)
- As we grow our team, the well-being of our team members remains our top priority. To ensure the health and safety of our team members, including those in the recruitment process, our team members are working from home, and are equipped to do so safely and efficiently

Schedule: Part time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: No Selection
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: None
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 287167

Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media

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