Radio Producer, jonction 11-17

Job Family Programming (TV-Radio-Web)

Primary Location Sudbury

Position Language Requirement Bilingual (English / French)

Language Skill Level (Reading) C

Language Skill Level (Writing) C

Language Skill Level (Speaking) C

Status of Employment Permanent

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**

We are looking for a Producer assigned to the afternoon radio show.

You are naturally positive and have a track record of collaborative leadership. You have sound editorial judgment, extensive creativity and good interpersonal skills. You know how to tap the full potential of digital platforms and spotlight content that will drive the social conversation. You understand the diverse Northern Ontario population as well as the importance of reflecting all our communities in our content.

Reporting to the Executive Producer, you will be responsible for planning, conceiving, organizing and/or developing the production and realization of the afternoon radio show that highlights the richness and diversity of the Francophonie in Northern Ontario, while following current events in Ontario, Canada and the world. You must ensure that work adheres to CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices. Nevertheless, there is wide latitude for initiative, independent judgment and creativity. You must supervise and coordinate the work of other team members on a regular basis, seeking the best ways to motivate people.

You have fresh ideas and technical expertise to create the quality programming Canadians have come to expect from us. As an outside-the-box thinker, you are someone who keeps up with new ways of creating content that is as distinctive, intelligent and innovative as the people we look to hire.

**Please note that the schedule for this position is weekdays from 9:30 a.m to 18:15 p.m.**

**Your key responsibilities**:

- Participate in the preparation of program objectives.
- Develop program content, including assigning, researching, gathering, writing and/or editing.
- As required, commission writing and/or research.
- Prepare scripts.
- Determine the style, pace, tempo, lineup and format of the program.
- Plan and organize the program or the components and/or segments of a program.
- Plan, select and request, in collaboration with the Unit or Business Manager, the financial and production/resource requirements including the creative contributors and other participants, the material and facilities.
- Exercise editorial responsibility as delegated by management.
- Evaluate all facets of a production, including the performance of program and production personnel as well as freelance contributors.

**As required**:

- Select, re-write and/or edit copy or text written by others.
- Ensure, in collaboration with copyright clearance officers or others, the proper and accurate clearance of all material used in the program.
- Determine the order and importance of various elements of a program.
- Assign, coordinate and supervise the work of team members who contribute to the program or segment for which you are responsible.
- Identify, develop and maintain contacts appropriate to the area of assignment.
- Edit and mix or direct the editing and mixing of audio and/or visual elements.
- Ensure the maintenance of a level of communication or rapport with members of the audience that is both feasible and appropriate to the style and nature of the program, and participate in this activity as necessary.
- Selects and offers segments of the show for digital platforms and social media to increase reach and user engagement.- University degree (or equivalent) in journalism, communications, political science or a related field-
- Five (5) years’experience, of which three must involve work in broadcasting or a closely related industry, directly related to the assignment or program production-
- Strong leadership skills and positive, collaborative approach-
- Strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture-
- Bilingualism (English/French) required-
- Thorough understanding of issues and events particular to the Northern Ontario, the province and Franco-Ontarians-
- Superior editorial judgment-
- Knowledge of regional, national and international affairs-
- You are a social media user and have a good knowledge of web measurement tools and content management platform-
- Strong interpersonal and team-playing