Senior News Producer, Broadcast and Digital, CTV News Barrie, Bell Media
Req Id: 421510
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Posting Date: December 10, 2024
Closing Date: January 6, 2025
Position: Senior News Producer, Broadcast and Digital, CTV Barrie
Reference Number: 421510
Location: Barrie, Ontario
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week. Overtime, weekends and shift work as required
Responsibilities
As a key member of the leadership team in the Barrie Newsroom, this experienced journalist will lead content-execution strategies for all platforms: Television, Radio and Digital. Guiding the quality, balance, and style of both broadcast and digital stories, this role supports the successful execution of all newsroom broadcasts and content to the highest standards. The successful candidate will work with the News Director to elevate brand growth, build community presence in broadcast and digital platforms.
- Work with News Director, Digital Lead, Producers and content-creators to execute high-quality broadcasts and digital coverage that drives audience engagement
- Evaluate and approve sound ethical scripts and video for broadcast and digital
- Review rundowns and scripts for flow, relevance, context, maximized audience engagement
- Generate strong story ideas that are relevant to the local and regional audiences
- Develop ideas for branding and revenue opportunities in television, radio and digital properties
- Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Post Secondary Education in Broadcasting, or Journalism
- At least five years of experience in a newsroom
- Demonstrated success in a leadership position in a newsroom
- Evidence of strong collaboration skills, people management
- Proven ability to grow team members and provide feedback on the work of others
- Sound news judgment, experience vetting stories for fairness, ethics, and legalities to CTV best practices
- Conflict-resolution abilities and understanding of and ability to lead others according to Bell’s Code of Conduct, Civility in the Workplace policies
- Exceptional broadcast and digital writing skills, adhering to CP style
- Competitive drive to win and strong sense of urgency
- Knowledge of television production procedures, terminology and equipment capabilities
- Excellent organizational, time management, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to react quickly and productively in a changing environment requiring immediate decision-making
- Ability to adhere to tight deadlines and work with minimal supervision
- Ability to foster a positive attitude and collaborative environment
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Additional Information:
Position Type: Union
Job Status: Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Barrie
Work Arrangement: Full-time in office (meaning that you will be required to perform your work on-site)
Application Deadline: 01/06/2025
For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.
We value the experiences that have shaped who you are, and we know the diversity of your talent will bring even greater strength to our team. At Bell, everyone belongs and you’ll feel valued, respected and supported as you grow and reach your full potential.
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