News Acquisitions Editor, CTV London, Bell Media
Req Id: 422796
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Description
Posting Date: April 1, 2025
Closing Date: April 11, 2025
Position: News Acquisitions Editor, CTV London
Location: CTV London (ON)
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week. Evenings. Overtime as required
Responsibilities
- Dub and edit raw material and finished news stories to produce compelling visuals for television viewers. Edit complex headlines and stingers to be included in newscast.
- Edit, package, and publish video content for CTV2 News Digital to serve all news platforms.
- Creating graphics for news packages, special series and monitor loops, as well as ability to operate Chyron.
- Produce and edit promos for future broadcasts.
- Send and record news feeds and programming as required.
- Curate photos and build high-impact image galleries.
- Line-up Editor and support for News Specials as required.
- Maintain recognized broadcast technical and editorial standards.
- Participate in planning and execution of paid programming functions.
- Operate prompter, time programs and program segments, and perform other control room and other duties as assigned.
- Backfill other roles within the bargaining unit as required.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a post-secondary degree in journalism, broadcasting or equivalent.
- 2-3 years’ experience in digital and television media platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to file, retrieve and utilize archival material, both digital and non-digitized for News and Specials.
- Proficiency with computer software/internet and practical experience working with technical systems relevant to news/web operation including Content Management Systems, Adobe Photoshop, iNews, Chyron and various web browsers
- Demonstrate artistic aptitude – exceptional sense of design.
- Editorial knowledge of current affairs and newsmakers.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written (grammar and spelling).
- The successful applicant must demonstrate a high degree of adaptability and must be committed to learning in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to organize material, meet deadlines and work accurately.
- Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
- Practical working knowledge of Microsoft Office and iOS devices.
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Additional Information:
Position Type: Union
Job Status: Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : London
Work Arrangement: Full-time in office (meaning that you will be required to perform your work on-site)
Application Deadline: 04/11/2025
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.
We also want to make sure that everyone has an equal opportunity to join our team. We encourage individuals who may require accommodations during the hiring process to let us know. For a confidential inquiry, email your recruiter or recruitment@bell.ca to make arrangements. If you have questions or feedback regarding accessibility at Bell, we invite you to complete the Accessibility feedback form or visit our Accessibility page for other ways to contact us.
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