Position Title:

Regional Lineup Editor (French Services)

Status of Employment:

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement:

English, French

Language Skills:

English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

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.

Unposting Date:

2025-03-02 11:59 PM

Please note that this is a one (1) year, full-time assignment.

Your role

As Regional Line-Up Editor, your key task will be to oversee the production of news content in digital formats, primarily copy stories.

You will contribute story ideas and support the work of reporters. You will vet content and supervise its publication on digital news platforms. You will also be in charge of making editorial choices for the content lineups of the various digital platforms and delivery channels (apps, website, social media, etc.). Because you will be working in a cross-platform environment, you will also be asked to assist the Téléjournal Estrie anchor in vetting content and stories.

As you will operate in a multiplatform environment, you will also be required to interact with other stations at the station, the anchor of Téléjournal Estrie and radio news readers, in the validation of content and reports.

You will report to Charles Beaudoin, first head of journalism and programming in Estrie, and you will have to comply with the Journalistic Standards and Practices of the Société Radio-Canada.

As an indication, this position will be assigned to the afternoon shift (12:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.), however the schedule may vary depending on production needs. Please note that this is a one (1) year assignment.

More specifically, you will do the following: 

Keep up with the news through various sources.

Determine stories and angles in tandem with the editorial team.

Assign and coordinate the work of the digital editorial team.

Vet and edit the work of reporters before publication. Request changes, if necessary. Identify sources and check facts.

Conduct image searches and embed any visuals, graphics, video or audio required to accompany the content.

Monitor news developments.

Ensure that platforms under your control are continuously updated.

Write alerts, copy and titles as needed.

Regularly monitor technology trends to keep up with best digital practices and technological innovations.

Use the various tools at your disposal to track content engagement.

Job requirements:

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Five (5) years’ journalism experience or equivalent

Skills

Confident, positive leadership 

Extensive general knowledge

Excellent knowledge of current events, particularly in the Eastern Townships

Excellent writing skills 

Ability to communicate and work well in a team

Understanding of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices 

Superior French-language skills

Intermediate oral and writing proficiency and advanced reading proficiency in English

At least one (1) year’s experience in a digital environment is an asset 

Knowledge of social media as well as digital formats and trends

Knowledge of content management systems (Scoop, Picto, etc.) and audio/video management systems (Avid NewsCutter, Dalet Plus, Final Cut, etc.) is an asset

Team coordination experience an asset

Selected candidates will be tested as follows:

Interview

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 recruitment@cbc.ca.
 
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.

Primary Location:

1335 Rue King Ouest Suite 100, Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1J 2B8

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time