Punjabi Producer

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

**Punjabi Producer - OMNI News**

**Who we're looking for**:
**What you'll do**:

- Lead a diverse team of journalists to produce news for the Punjabi speaking community in Canada
- Set the editorial agenda, ensuring OMNI reaches, engages and resonates with target audiences
- Guide daily and long-term editorial plans of the Punjabi Edition team including coverage of breaking news and development of enterprise stories
- Provide direction and guidance to team members, ensuring the highest journalistic standards
- Seize on every opportunity to innovate in the delivery of relevant content in the most timely, efficient and effective manner
- Collaborate with Rogers Sports & Media teams in the production of content, as well as on next-day and long-term editorial projects
- Build a strong network within the Punjabi community

**What you'll bring**:

- Speak, read and write in Punjabi, and have a minimum basic working knowledge of English
- Newsroom experience, using that knowledge as a trampoline to innovation
- Proven leadership skills to effectively manage and lead a news team
- Experience with live news, control room and field production are assets
- Highly attentive to detail and thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Unflappable, able to meet tight deadlines, to multi-task and to inspire your team in every situation
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Fluent in the digital news space with an ability to identify trending stories on social media

**What's in it for you?**

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

- Competitive salary & annual bonus.
- Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
- Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
- Paid time off for volunteering.
- Company matching contributions to charities you support.

Growth & Development Opportunities:

- My Path: self-driven career development program.

Wellness Programs:

- Homewood employee & family assistance program.
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions.
- Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes.

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:

- Work for an organization committed to environmental protection.
- Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 323117

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