Position Title: Video Producer (On-Site) (English Services) Status of Employment: Permanent Position Language Requirement: Language Skills: 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: 2025-10-23 11:59 PM This role requires full time on site presence. Please note that a strong internal candidate has been identified. Your role You have experience in a media environment producing high impact content and are highly skilled in video editing, shooting styles and techniques. You have experience in producing high quality journalistic content. You are a problem solver and team player. You are knowledgeable about effective strategies for all CBC platforms, as well as what works for streaming services. We are looking for a skilled visual storyteller and craft shooter who can create content that grows audiences and increases engagement. We want innovation and creativity in working with material and ideas for our programs, as well as original ideas that will help our content stand out in a crowded field. Experience using drone cameras and relevant drone certifications are considered an asset. Key Tasks: ● Conceives, contributes and develops story ideas and concepts. ● Gather, capture, edit and manipulate content using current technology. ● Prepares, sets up and operates all core/key technical production equipment in order to create content ensuring optimal quality. ● Develops the story content including researching, interviewing, writing and/or editing of material in conjunction with producers & journalists. Reports and/or presents stories. Work with reporters, video journalists and producers on visual content and presentation. ● Determines the style, pace, tempo and format of the story item. ● Decides which elements should be included in an item, their order, length and sequence, as well as the method of transition from one element to another. ● Participates in the preparation of programming and/or department objectives. ● Performs all or part of the function or duties of an equivalent or lower classification. As required, performs the following tasks: ● Performs location surveys and identifies special requirements for production such as audio, video and lighting. ● Books facilities required for the production, shooting, editing and assembly of material. ● Perform routine minor maintenance and emergency repairs on technical production equipment. ● Provide leadership and guidance. ● Provide feedback to assist with work talent in the field. Your work will adhere to CBC journalistic and/or program policies, standards and practices but there is latitude for initiative, independent judgement and creativity. Occasionally, there may be a requirement to coordinate the work of others. We are looking for a candidate with the following: A combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from university or college, plus 3 years of practical and relevant experience in video and photo editing. Experience working with social and digital video in a news environment, as well as the ability to think creatively in the production of video content. Familiarity with photo and video equipment -- including Canon DSLR and C cameras, Sony PMW200 and various still cameras and mobile devices -- and editing techniques and tools including Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and After Effects. Experience using drone cameras and relevant drone certifications are considered an asset. Experience in storytelling with a demonstrated ability to recognize the nuances of a story. An interest in and knowledge of Atlantic provinces and their diverse communities. An understanding of news production. The ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Ability to work effectively to multiple deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Able to work various shifts and overtime, as required. A strong sense of creativity, initiative and a high degree of responsibility for the accuracy and quality of work throughout the complete production cycle. Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as required. Possession of a valid driver’s license as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada’s insurance company. ***Please include links to at least three examples of your recent work in your application, please explain your role in the piece (did you shoot, edit and/or produce it). 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: 430 University Avenue, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 4N6 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.
