Copy Editor

Copy Editor (On-Site) (English Services)
Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)
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Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada we create content that informs entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. 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.
As the successful candidate you will edit the stories of energetic curious reporters at various levels of experience based in Fredericton Moncton and Saint John. You will ensure the delivery of news to CBCs digital platforms. You are organized your judgment is solid and your standards high and you pay exceptional attention to detail. You are a critical thinker with a keen interest in news that affects our audience and the communities we cover.

You are able to make decisions in keeping with CBCs Journalistic Standards and Practices and are always alert to potential legal concerns. You are eager to explore CBCs Language Guide.

You are proficient in leveraging visual storytelling tools and techniques and adapting to evolving technologies.

You appreciate different perspectives and experiences and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion.

This role requires a full-time on-site presence.

Copy edit breaking developing enterprise and feature news as well as multimedia projects video and audio copy video titles and photo descriptions.
Package digital stories according to mobile-first considerations.
Support our digital strategy including our greater emphasis on video.
Help reporters develop their digital writing skills.
Substantial recent experience copy editing in a fast-paced multi-platform daily news environment.
Excellent news judgment.
Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to journalism.
Aptitude with text and video content management systems.
Ability to work weekends early mornings and statutory holidays when required.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

A mandatory Criminal record check.
CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our countrys diversity. Thats 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. Thats 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 Canadas 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 .
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct which can be found on our corporate website. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of 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.
Full time