Position Title: National Lineup Editor assigned to the Téléjournal Estrie (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: 2025-09-02 11:59 PM Your role Radio-Canada Estrie is looking for two (2) National Lineup Editors to oversee, prepare, and present theTéléjournal Estrie. You will plan the work of journalists in collaboration with other editors. You will supervise reporters in the field. You will prepare the content of the newscasts and present them on air, ensuring they respect the mandate of Téléjournal Estrie as well as Radio-Canada’s journalistic standards and practices. You will conduct interviews in the studio or on location. You may also be asked to prepare your own stories for the Téléjournal, radio, and digital platforms. You will contribute to showcasing regional content produced in your area. There are two (2) positions available: one (1) full-time permanent role and one (1) one-year replacement, from January 1 to December 31, 2026. Typical work assignments are Monday to Thursday or Thursday to Sunday. However, schedules may change depending on work organization, editorial requirements, and operational needs. You will report to Charles Beaudoin, Senior Manager, Journalism and Programming, Radio-Canada Estrie. Responsibilities: Monitor regional, national, and international news from various sources. Research, gather, analyze, verify, and select news stories and items for newscasts. Identify sources and fact-check. Collaborate with web/radio desks to plan daily, upcoming, and special event coverage. Propose topics and discuss story angles with colleagues. Develop the rundown of newscasts. Maintain a network of contacts. Assign reporters and act as assignment editor to respond to requests from the network. Select video clips and adapt their content, or news reports, into various formats for newscasts. Monitor the evolution of stories based on deadlines and adjust newscasts accordingly. Review and, if necessary, correct journalists’ work before reports go to air. Vet reports with journalists prior to broadcast. Request changes if needed. Define the editorial angle of stories. Write scripts, headlines, and lead-ins. Prepare live hits with reporters in the field. After broadcast, follow up with journalists and management. Review the newscast if necessary. Contribute, when required, to the evaluation of journalists’ work and the assessment of newscasts or digital publications. Conduct interviews and produce reports to be broadcast on Téléjournal, radio, or digital platforms. Perform journalistic duties when required. Carry out any other related tasks necessary to fulfill the above responsibilities. Your profile: Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Seven (7) years of experience in journalism Skills: Extensive general knowledge and superior analytical skills Confident, positive leadership Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ability to work under pressure In-depth knowledge of regional, national, and international news Solid command of French Advanced oral, intermediate writing, and advanced reading skills in English (an asset) Curiosity and ability to find story ideas and interview subjects Demonstrated experience of at least three (3) years with television-specific writing techniques Thorough knowledge of newsroom logistics Knowledge of production techniques Understanding of multiplatform production (television, radio, web) Up-to-date network of contacts Excellent knowledge and understanding of CBC/Radio-Canada journalistic standards and practices Shortlisted candidates will be tested as follows: Journalistic 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: 1335 Rue King Ouest Suite 100, Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1J 2B8 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.
