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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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About Olympic Partnership Content

CBC Olympics has built a reputation for “best in class” content and sport production. We take pride in producing “athlete-centric” content giving priority to their own voice as the obvious stars of our show. Documenting the athlete’s experience over a career ensures our audience understands the importance of the moment and has a connection to the story as it unfolds live in our coverage. We work closely with external partners, CBC Media Solutions and CBC Olympic programming to tell stories - people believe.

Your Role

As Producer you would plan, in collaboration with the Unit Production Manager and the Executive Producer, the financial,  production and resource requirements for the creation of Olympic athlete features. You will contribute creative ideas and work with the features team on bringing those ideas to life.

During program preparation, production and post-production, you are responsible and accountable for exercising budget authority. 

You will be required to regularly coordinate the work of others, including planning the work schedules of others to meet business needs.

Key Tasks:

• Oversee the Production and Post-Production on Olympic Features
• Contributes ideas for feature content; participates in the preparation of series objectives;
• Assist in developing content including field producing/directing, researching, writing, and editing. 
• Prepare scripts; ensure adherence to the style and format of the program. 
• Story produce / story edit content;
• Organize the participation of interviewees, develops background, introduction, and line of questioning, conducts any necessary research, and ensures the briefing of hosts (where applicable); 
• Assign, coordinate and supervise the work of coworkers and contributors  to ensure all content needed is captured
• Ensure, in collaboration with Copyright Clearance Officers or others, the proper and accurate clearance of all material used in the program;
• Exercise editorial responsibility as delegated by Management, ensuring stories meet CBC’s Journalistic Standards and Procedures;

What you bring: 

• At least five years' experience of which three must involve work in broadcasting, storytelling, documentary films, TV production or a closely related industry;
• A portfolio that includes examples of experience in  conducting interviews, research & fact checking, overseeing edits & sound mixes;
• A commitment to finding diverse, non-traditional voices;
• Intercultural competencies with a focus on connecting with and growing new audiences;
• Experience working in both traditional media, such as television broadcast and digital content production supported by camera and editing skills for pre-production and media management;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Including the ability to edit or rework the work of others, and to clearly explain concepts to peers and management;
• A team player willing to do a variety of tasks as required in a small unit and to adapt to changing work patterns and methods;
• The ability to handle multiple priorities and to respond to many competing demands in a short space of time;
• You have a unique perspective and innovative vision; 
• You bring a collaborative approach to new ideas and processes;
• You have the ability to take critical feedback and incorporate it into the work;
• A strong sense of journalistic urgency and demonstrated ability to work under tight and firm deadlines;
• The ability  to solve problems independently and in group discussions
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns and methods;
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, overtime and weekends as required. (for example, during the Olympics or other international sporting events);
• If you are bilingual (English and French) that would be an asset;

What we Bring:

• CBC Sports offers a creative and dynamic work environment, where your ideas and contributions can be heard, valued and respected;
• A supportive management team committed to upholding the highest standards of diversity and inclusivity;  
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional development; 
• Mentorship opportunities, where you can learn from the best in the industry and help coach new talent; 
• An environment which favours collaboration, inclusion, creativity and innovation.
• Hybrid work opportunities.
• Flexibility in work schedules to help contribute to a healthy work/life balance

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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