Career Opportunities: Video Journalist/Radio Reporter - Smithers, BC (58038)
Req ID 58038 - Posted 09/26/2014 - Posting Location (1) - Job Province / State (1) - Job City (1) - Media - Bell Corporate
Bell is a truly Canadian company with over 130 years of success. We are defined by the passion of our team members and their belief in our company’s vast potential.
To ensure we continue to be recognized as Canada’s leading communications company, we’re committed to finding and developing the next generation of leaders. This means creating best-in-class career and development opportunities for our employees.
If you’re passionate, driven and find yourself seeking interesting work, new challenges and continuous learning opportunities, then we want you to join our team.
Corporate Groups offers best practice services to support the organization, including Finance, Legal & Regulatory, Brand, Corporate Services – including HR, Communications, Real Estate, Security and Procurement & Value Creation.
Position: Video Journalist/Radio Reporter
Location: Smithers, British Columbia
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility of the Video Journalist/Radio Reporter is to track down stories, attend news events and edit and produce stories for radio, television and the web. The beat reporter provides the flexibility to cover news conferences, breaking news stories and regularly scheduled news conferences across the Northwest. Located at our studios in Smithers, BC, the Video Journalist/Radio Reporter will be part of a team of reporters and anchors covering the Northwest BC region from the Bulkley Valley and Lakes District to the North Coast, and up to the Alaska Border. This is a group 2 position and is covered by Unifor.
In this job you will:
* Develop community contacts through large area of northwest BC (from the Hazeltons to Burns Lake).
* Attend news events, chase stories and follow up on files.
* Edit and produce stories for television, radio and the web on a daily basis.
* Work with team members to develop story ideas and co-ordinate news coverage.
* Daily phone checks with police, fire, ambulance, etc.
* Attend Town Council and School District meetings bi-weekly or monthly.
* Anchor radio newscasts when required.
* Attend weekly news department conference call meeting Wednesday at 10:15am to provide input on news department issues and story coverage.
* Works on special projects such as features and long form stories when needed.
Skill requirements:
* Degree or Diploma from a recognized Broadcast/Journalism Program or equivalent experience
* Experience and demonstrated ability to operate ENG camera and editing equipment
* Knowledge of Burli Newsroom System or similar audio editing program.
* Knowledge of Final Cut video editing suite or similar video editing system.
* Preferred 1 – 3 years experience in a similar or related position.
* A valid driver’s license is absolutely essential (abstract may be required)
* Strong references
* Ability to work and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
* The ability to work as part of a team.
* Mature, calm and professional manner.
* Strong communication, writing and creativity.
* Able to take instruction with ease; willing to learn
* Represent Bell Media with integrity, respect and mature judgment
Any candidate who wants to apply for this opportunity should send their demo, along with resume and cover letter.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Non Management
Position Level: Non Management
Job Location: Canada : British Columbia : Terrace
Application Deadline: 10/10/2014
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
The masculine and feminine used in this job ad refer equally to employees of both sexes and in no way represent a particular distinction based on gender. Bell is an equal opportunity employer.
Created: Canada, British Columbia, Terrace
Req ID 58038 - Posted 09/26/2014 - Posting Location (1) - Job Province / State (1) - Job City (1) - Media - Bell Corporate
Bell is a truly Canadian company with over 130 years of success. We are defined by the passion of our team members and their belief in our company’s vast potential.
To ensure we continue to be recognized as Canada’s leading communications company, we’re committed to finding and developing the next generation of leaders. This means creating best-in-class career and development opportunities for our employees.
If you’re passionate, driven and find yourself seeking interesting work, new challenges and continuous learning opportunities, then we want you to join our team.
Corporate Groups offers best practice services to support the organization, including Finance, Legal & Regulatory, Brand, Corporate Services – including HR, Communications, Real Estate, Security and Procurement & Value Creation.
Position: Video Journalist/Radio Reporter
Location: Smithers, British Columbia
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility of the Video Journalist/Radio Reporter is to track down stories, attend news events and edit and produce stories for radio, television and the web. The beat reporter provides the flexibility to cover news conferences, breaking news stories and regularly scheduled news conferences across the Northwest. Located at our studios in Smithers, BC, the Video Journalist/Radio Reporter will be part of a team of reporters and anchors covering the Northwest BC region from the Bulkley Valley and Lakes District to the North Coast, and up to the Alaska Border. This is a group 2 position and is covered by Unifor.
In this job you will:
* Develop community contacts through large area of northwest BC (from the Hazeltons to Burns Lake).
* Attend news events, chase stories and follow up on files.
* Edit and produce stories for television, radio and the web on a daily basis.
* Work with team members to develop story ideas and co-ordinate news coverage.
* Daily phone checks with police, fire, ambulance, etc.
* Attend Town Council and School District meetings bi-weekly or monthly.
* Anchor radio newscasts when required.
* Attend weekly news department conference call meeting Wednesday at 10:15am to provide input on news department issues and story coverage.
* Works on special projects such as features and long form stories when needed.
Skill requirements:
* Degree or Diploma from a recognized Broadcast/Journalism Program or equivalent experience
* Experience and demonstrated ability to operate ENG camera and editing equipment
* Knowledge of Burli Newsroom System or similar audio editing program.
* Knowledge of Final Cut video editing suite or similar video editing system.
* Preferred 1 – 3 years experience in a similar or related position.
* A valid driver’s license is absolutely essential (abstract may be required)
* Strong references
* Ability to work and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
* The ability to work as part of a team.
* Mature, calm and professional manner.
* Strong communication, writing and creativity.
* Able to take instruction with ease; willing to learn
* Represent Bell Media with integrity, respect and mature judgment
Any candidate who wants to apply for this opportunity should send their demo, along with resume and cover letter.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Non Management
Position Level: Non Management
Job Location: Canada : British Columbia : Terrace
Application Deadline: 10/10/2014
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
The masculine and feminine used in this job ad refer equally to employees of both sexes and in no way represent a particular distinction based on gender. Bell is an equal opportunity employer.
Created: Canada, British Columbia, Terrace