Reporter (BC)-News Gathrng
Burnaby, BC, Canada Req #1346
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Are you creative, dynamic and passionate?  Do you like to think outside of the box and find new ways to achieve your goals?  Corus Entertainment has an exciting opportunity for you.  If you have a passion for excellence, and would like to work for Corus Entertainment, we encourage you to apply.

About the Role:

Global BC is looking for a Permanent, Full-time Reporter to join the #1 newsroom in Western Canada. This position is part of the Global News team reporting to the Managing Editor, Global BC.

This is a Group 4 position under the current collective agreement.

Responsibilities:

  • Report 5 days a week for Global BC, BC1, and CKNW 980 radio;
  • General assignment reporting, segment producing and live hits as required;
  • Initiate and monitor story development, and maintain quality of production;
  • Monitor all news sources, including feeds, wires and social media;
  • Chase breaking news stories – including coordination of live coverage and setting up interviews for broadcast; facilitating pictures and video for online coverage;
  • Communicate breaking or changing news situations with online and other show producers and anchors;
  • Source stories from Indigenous and diverse communities;
  • This position will contribute content for Global BC website;
  • This position may require anchor duties for Global BC, BC1, and CKNW broadcasts when required;
  • Position will require work on regular weekends and may involve a variety of shifts including early mornings and evenings.

Full posting here