Position Title: Specialized Reporter, Espaces Autochtones (French Services) Status of Employment: Permanent Position Language Requirement: French Language Skills: 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: 2025-06-22 11:59 PM Your role Our Espaces Autochtones Indigenous news site is currently seeking a Specialized Reporter based in Montreal. In this role, you will work on multiple platforms as needed — digital, radio and television — to cover events and issues with clarity, depth and accuracy on a specific beat assigned by management. You will produce content primarily for the Espaces Autochtones specialty site and, additionally, for our TV newscasts or current affairs programs; you may also be asked to deliver live hits on ICI RDI or produce content for our radio newscasts. You will be required to meet news production requirements and produce impact journalism through articles, interviews, in-depth reports and analysis pieces on a wide range of Indigenous-related events and issues in line with corporate standards and policies. We are looking to fill one permanent full-time position (hybrid schedule: 50% in-office and 50% telework). The position is based at the Montreal station, but opportunities to work at a Radio-Canada regional station in Quebec could be discussed (after a practicum is completed in Montreal). What you bring: Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Five (5) or more years’ journalism experience Skills: In-depth knowledge of Indigenous affairs, as well as the political, economic, social and cultural issues affecting Indigenous communities Broad general knowledge Ability to write digital copy; conduct interviews; produce original, high-impact stories; and develop contacts with Indigenous leaders, communities and institutions as well as relevant non-Indigenous institutions Solid command of French (working language) Good knowledge of English Knowledge of an Indigenous language is an asset Proficient knowledge of platform-specific storytelling techniques Understanding of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices (see our website) Availability to work at Maison de Radio-Canada in Montreal or at one of Radio-Canada’s regional stations Valid driver’s licence Selected candidates will be tested as follows: Theory tests Practical tests 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: 1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2 Number of Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Full time 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.
