Producer

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

We’re looking for a Producer to shape and strengthen the CityNews brand. They will be a leader within our news operation as we evolve the way we produce and tell our stories to better engage and build our audiences. Our producers are called upon to oversee the creation of ground-breaking original and breaking news content on our streaming channels, our daily news programs, and our digital platforms. Various producing responsibilities will form a regular part of the work, including lining-up newscasts, vetting news content and coordinating event coverage, and overseeing our 24/7 livestream channel. The position will require some evening and weekend shifts.

Are you a budding storyteller, brimming with new ideas? Does the idea of a fast-paced, multi-platform newsroom seem like your ideal environment? Then CityNews Toronto wants you to join our team

**What you will do**
- You will have the opportunity to develop and grow in several different roles in our newsroom
- As the line-up producer, you will start the day collaborating with the assignment desk, reporters, production team and CityNews national producers, determining story coverage plans. You will keep the newscast and our livestream channel on the rails, monitoring items for length and troubleshooting any technical issues on the fly - all while you’re vetting scripts and keeping an eye out for breaking news
- You will help ensure our stories adhere to the Rogers News Policy and follow the principles laid out in our Inclusive Content Guide. You will have final editorial sign-off before a story is published

**What you will bring**
- An insatiable curiosity. We want producers who are always asking why and pushing our stories into territories that our competition is not exploring, while also offering context that our audience is seeking
- A vision of where legacy newsrooms need to evolve in order to compete in the digital space
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays
- Patience and a willingness to explore new ways of producing news
- A passion for local live and breaking news, strong editorial judgement, and an interest in growing professionally in a fast-paced, fun newsroom

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**Here’s what you can expect in return**
- A competitive salary and benefits which include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks, including 50% off Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets.
- Leadership which supports your development and long-term career at Rogers.
- A team that trusts and wants to win together.
- Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how.”

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 33 Dundas St. East (909), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 290449

Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media