Video-Journalist, The Hour – TOR02592
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Please note this is a contract position.
CBC Television is looking for a video journalist for The Hour. We’re looking for a skilled storyteller and shooter. The successful candidate will also be a creative thinker who brings original ideas and treatments to this late-night talk show. S/he should be able be able to travel.
What you do:
- Under the general direction of an Executive Producer or delegate, operate independently, or as part of a program unit to research, gather, package and, when required, present material for television programs.
- Work is governed by CBC journalistic and programming policies and standards.
- Advice and guidance are regularly available but there is latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
- There may be opportunity to co-ordinate the work of others. Close co-operation with the program unit is essential.
Key Tasks:
- Develops and maintains contacts with a variety of sources to assure current knowledge of issues and events in the coverage area which are relevant to the objectives of the program.
- Gathers information from various sources.
- Analyses facts and information gathered and draws conclusions or raises issues requiring further investigation.
- Arranges for, and conducts interviews.
- Decides which elements should be included in an item, their order, length and sequence, as well as the method of transition from one element to another.
- Develops shot list and sequences that contribute to the focus and mood of the story.
- Prepares, aligns, sets up and operates an ENG/EFP unit and ancillary equipment, ensuring optimal audio, video and technical quality under prevailing conditions.
- Lights the subject or scene and composes program visual material using a hand-held camera.
- Ensures that the material produced meets the technical and aesthetic requirements for editing.
- Delivers all recorded materials including shot lists and sequences.
- Edits recorded items on appropriate/available editing systems.
- Prepares and writes scripts, continuity and headlines.
- Reports the story, either on camera or in voice-over form.
- Drives a motor vehicle in the performance of the job.
As assigned or required, performs any of the following tasks:
- attend daily story meetings and contribute story ideas;
- perform final edit;
- operate other studio equipment;
- maintain a basic library of stock footage and archival material;
- perform routine minor maintenance on ENG/EFP camera, editing and associated equipment;
- in the field, carry out emergency repairs to camera and/or equipment.
Qualifications:
- The job requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from
- University plus three years of practical and relevant experience, or graduation from Community
- College plus five years of practical and relevant experience.
- Solid storytelling skills
- Proven experience producing and directing talent.
- Experience producing comedy tape
- A broad understanding and interest of contemporary cultural, social and lifestyle issues
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Excellent interview skills
- Ability to generate original story ideas and creative treatments
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Ability to work in a high pressure, tight deadline environment, often in unexpected overtime situation
- Ability to travel
- Valid driver’s license, passport and ability to travel
- Previous experience shooting and editing would be preferred.
- A passion for critical thinking and innovative storytelling
- Creative problem solver
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Highly creative, imaginative and motivated self-starter
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Must be organized and able to meet deadlines
If you are seeking a media environment that fosters creativity and innovation, this is the place for you.
We value the importance of a diverse workforce and encourage applications from Aboriginal Peoples, women, members of a visible minority and persons with a disability.
Please visit http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/jobs/ and apply online.
The CBC is committed to equity in employment and programming.
