Associate Producer, Saskatoon Morning

Position Title:
Associate Producer, Saskatoon Morning (English Services)

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

Position Language Requirement:
English

Language Skills:
English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced)

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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:
2025-02-13 11:59 PM

CBC Saskatchewan is looking for an associate producer to join our team working on _Saskatoon Morning_, our morning current affairs radio show based in Saskatoon. This role will run through April, 2026.

Under the direction of the producer, you will chase and produce compelling radio interviews and stories that provide audiences with the news and community connection points they need to know each day.

Your story pitches will reflect the breadth and complexity of the experience in Saskatoon and surrounding area. You have an abundance of original ideas and great community contacts. You find creative ways to treat the news stories of the day on _Saskatoon Morning_. You will be keen to leave the building, and gather stories in the community. The program lives in and sounds like Saskatoon.

You see the full audio, video and text possibilities of your story pitches.

You are passionate about championing stories and sources from Saskatoon’s diverse communities, and you know that every story needs to include a range of perspectives.

As someone with a deep working knowledge of Saskatchewan, you understand its political landscape and its resource-driven economy. Your work highlights how these issues affect the day-to-day lives of the people who live here. And you work to get your stories in front of our broad range of audiences, on radio, online, social, TV and streaming.

Your responsibilities:
- Pitch and produce original stories that deepen _Saskatoon Morning’s _community connections and elevate a range of voices.- Chase and book guests and stories that reflect the day’s top local news- Conduct research and interviews, gather audio, write radio scripts, and package and present content.- Assist the producer in building show lineup and run sheets.- Studio direct _Saskatoon Morning _as required.- Chase breaking stories.- Support station-wide initiatives, including the video strategy.- Ensure the program has ample opportunity for audience interaction.

Your profile:
- Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced daily news environment.- Ability to generate, pitch and pursue strong story ideas.- A strong proven connection to the communities we serve in both Saskatoon and the province..- An understanding of Saskatchewan’s political landscape, economic drivers and demographics.- A proven work ethic and a positive team-first attitude.- Superior writing, vetting and editing skills.- Willingness to learn and tackle new tasks across all CBC platforms (Video, radio, digital).- Sound news judgment and ability to work effectively under newsroom deadline pressure.- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; a standout colleague.- A strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.- Must possess a valid driver’s license as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada's insurance company, other classes considered an asset.- University degree in journalism or equivalent with a minimum of two years of recent, related experience.- Ability to work a variety of shifts including early starts, late finishes and weekends.

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