Position Title:

Video Journalist (CMG)

Status of Employment:

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement:

English

Language Skills:

English (First Official Language), English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. 
 
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2025-08-13 11:59 PM

Video-Journalist Calgary

Your role

 

CBC Calgary is looking for a skilled, multi-platform storyteller able to tell the stories of Calgary. The successful candidate will be a strong journalist and creative thinker who brings original ideas and treatments to their stories, has an understanding of what works for social and streaming platforms and will have demonstrated skills in digital journalism. The role requires exceptional shooting and editing skills.

 

Under the general direction of the Executive Producer or delegate, you will operate independently, or as part of a program unit to research, gather, package and present media for CBC’s  platforms including social, streaming, online, TV, and radio. Work must adhere to CBC journalistic and/or program policies, standards and practices but there is latitude for initiative, independent judgment and creativity. You will be required to work a variety of shifts, often independently and without supervision. 

This is a one year contract. Please note that this role requires shift work and includes weekends 

You will contribute to Calgary’s legacy of original, enterprise and investigative storytelling and ensure we are talking about what matters most to people throughout Calgary. You’re innovative and will try new things, new workflows and new story treatments. You inspire others to do the same.

 

 As the industry shifts, local news and community storytelling is more important than ever. You will understand the diverse and changing population in Calgary and the importance of reflecting all our communities in our content. You live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture. 

We are looking for a candidate with the following: 

Graduation from University or Community College in a relevant course of study or equivalent industry experience.

Minimum 5 years directly related experience in a professional broadcast facility.

Passionate about Calgary – both stories and issues.  

Minimum 3 years experience using Avid systems for non-linear editing

Minimum 3 years experience using broadcast cameras, as well as some experience gathering using an iPhone

Experience with remote transmission, using technologies like Dejero, Aspera and FTP

Comfortable and dynamic on-air presence.

Excellent interviewing and storytelling skills.

Ability to write clearly and concisely.

Ability to generate original story ideas and creative treatments.

Understanding of the changing expectations on social and streaming channels

Ability to work flexible hours.

Ability to work in a high-pressure, tight deadline, multi-platform environment, often in unexpected overtime situations.

Highly creative, imaginative, problem solver and motivated self-starter.

A natural interest and curiosity in current and emerging technologies and how they can support mobile/digital journalism. 

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.

Must possess a valid driver’s licence as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada's insurance company, other classes considered an asset;

Please include a link to your website, blog or video in your cover letter.

 

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
 
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca.
 
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:

105-1000 Veteran's Place, N.W., Calgary, Alberta, T3B 4M1

Work Schedule:

Full time