Reporter

Reporter

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

OMNI Television, Canada's only multilingual and multicultural television station is seeking a Full-time temporary Reporter to join our Chinese news team in Vancouver. The successful candidate will support the team in sourcing, chasing, reporting, developing, and presenting compelling news stories for both national and regional broadcasts.

What you'll be doing...

• Generate fresh, compelling and original story ideas
  
• Respond to breaking news quickly and accurately
  
• Edit, chase, report, and voice stories for the newscast
  
• Work under tight deadlines to file news stories
  
• Interview experts, guests, and sources within the community
  
• Translate and repackage stories as required
  
• Participate in editorial meetings
  
• Back up anchoring as required
  
• Other duties as required
  

What you will bring...

• Proven experience in journalism and media
  
• Ability to work in a dynamic group environment
  
• Must be fluent in Mandarin and/or Cantonese, oral and written
  
• Knowledge of the cultural and political landscape in BC
  
• Experience writing, producing and/or reporting broadcast news content
  
• Field experience an asset
  
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and deliver under tight deadlines
  
• Superior communication, writing, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
  
• Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of newsroom computer software
  
• Degree or diploma in journalism or broadcasting (or equivalent experience)
  
• A team-focused attitude
  

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: 10 Months
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: No Selection
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 312067

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ .

Posting Notes:Rogers Sports & Media

Location:
Vancouver, BC, CA

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:
• Health & well-being benefits
• Donation matching
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
• Generous employee discounts
• Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs

*available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply

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