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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.

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This role requires full time on site presence. 

CBC North is looking for a talented and creative videographer to work out of our Whitehorse station. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical knowledge of Sony shoulder-mount ENG video cameras, handheld camcorders and mirrorless/SLR cameras (PXW-Z750,  PXW-Z280, FX3), excellent video editing skills (Adobe Premiere), a positive attitude in our newsroom, be proactive/organized, always reliable with deadlines, willing to travel to small communities for assignments, work evenings/weekends as needed and enjoy problem solving in the field.

Function: Videographer performs tasks as a specialist in production, contributing creatively to programming by frequently composing distinctive visuals within the scope and time constraints of the program — including stills. Works primarily in news, sports and current affairs. Work is generally performed according to accepted CBC or industry standards but there is latitude for independent action, judgment and initiative while always respecting CBC Journalistic Standards and Practices. Duties are performed under the direction of the assignment producer, but there may be requirements to work without immediate supervision at times. 

Work is normally performed under high pressure serving television newscasts, live specials, social media, FAST channels, CBC News Network, video for our websites and providing audio to radio news/current affairs programs. 

Key Tasks:  Prepares, aligns and sets up field cameras ensuring optimum visual and technical quality under prevailing conditions.  Lights the subject or scene, composes and records program material using a shoulder-mounted or handheld camera. Ensures both visual and aural material meets technical and aesthetic requirements for editing. Delivers all recorded materials including shot-lists as required. Edits material to broadcast standards for video, audio mix and levels.  

In the field, performs simple maintenance of equipment.  Drives a motor vehicle on a daily basis.  Performs all or part of the function or duties of an equivalent or lower classification.  

As assigned or required, may perform any or all of the following tasks: 

• ask scripted questions of subjects being recorded. 

• prepare documentation for international travel.

This position may also be scheduled to mentor/train reporters and other staff on filing video.

Education Required: Requires an excellent level of technical knowledge and understanding of daily television/video program production methods. This includes understanding picture composition and single camera lighting. Knowledge generally gained through community college graduation in television arts, or equivalent industry experience.

Experience Required: Three years of specialized experience in the news field or remote broadcasting.

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.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:  

• A mandatory Criminal record check. 

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

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 [email protected].
 
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.

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