Reporter-Editor

Reporter-Editor, Ontario – Full-Time – Internal-external
The Canadian Press is hiring a full-time journalist to join the Ontario bureau. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to craft a wide range of stories for a national audience. They will have excellent news judgment, pitch original ideas and bring speed, accuracy and creativity to their coverage. This role encompasses regular weekend shifts and three days a week working with a team of reporters and editors at our Toronto headquarters.Responsibilities:
Report on a wide variety of assignments, with a focus on breaking news in OntarioProduce multimedia stories for print, online, audio and videoGenerate original story ideas, with a focus on under-reported communitiesTake interesting local stories and make them nationally relevantWork creatively and concisely under tight deadline pressureServe as the primary breaking news reporter in Toronto on weekendsBe available for occasional evening workSkills and experience required:
Journalism degree or equivalent experienceThree years of experience working in a real-time, digital newsroomFamiliarity with CP Stylebook and Caps and SpellingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSuperior research skills, including in using social media as a newsgathering toolCopyediting experience is an assetBilingualism is an asset but not requiredCommitted to diversity, equity and inclusion
The Canadian Press is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment and support the goals of employment equity. We respect all diverse groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities and people with disabilities.Job Criteria
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type:
Full-timeJob function:
OtherIndustries:
IT Services and IT Consulting
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