Video Journalist Full-time Job

Are you passionate about storytelling? Are traditional storytelling styles holding you back? Do you have the courage to be creative? Then CityNews is looking for you. We have an opening for a Video Journalist on our CityNews Calgary team.

What you will do:

• Work with a dynamic team to produce creative stories which capture daily life in Calgary.

• Come up with original story ideas and produce original stories that you will shoot and edit.

• Deliver stories which will stand out from the competition, emphasizing creativity over traditional methods.

• Your stories will be digital first, and will also deliver for all platforms (radio, TV and web)

What you will bring:

• A passion for storytelling - you know what makes a great story and know how to tell it.

• Ability to find original stories about people and issues which reflect Calgary’s exciting and diverse communities.

• Experience in shooting and editing.

• A self-starter with a can-do, solution-oriented attitude

• An understanding of multi-platform coverage, not confined by a ‘typical’ television reporter package.

• News moves fast! You must be able to multi-task and deliver for multiple, daily online and broadcast deadlines

• Because news never stops - you are prepared to work evenings and weekends.

• Valid driver’s licence and clean driving record.

Here’s what you can expect in return:

• A manager who deeply cares about your development and long-term career at Rogers

• A team that trusts and wants to win together

• Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how”

• All the hardware (iPhone/Laptop) and software you need to succeed.

Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 535 7th Avenue Sout West (811), Calgary, AB
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & On-Air Talent
Requisition ID: 290460

Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check as part of the hiring process.
 
Posting Notes:  Rogers Sports & Media

Calgary, AB, CA

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:

· Health & well-being benefits
· Donation matching
· Paid time off for volunteering
· Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
· Generous employee discounts
· Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs