Application Deadline | April 21, 2011
Reference Number | KA-024
Location | Toronto  
Hours of Work | 40 hours per week, overtime as required   
Salary | Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Description

Come join a dynamic news team that is Toronto’s Breaking News Channel! We’re looking for an experienced writer who thrives in a live environment! This new team member will have several years of journalistic experience, is passionate about live television, is an outstanding writer and knows the value of good story telling. Being a team player tops the list. If you are a motivated self starter, who thrives in live television, we’d love to hear from you. Join our news team at CP24 and be part of Toronto’s most watched news channel.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for originating, writing, interviewing and producing television news stories in a live environment
• Scanning video to choose clips for air
• Communicating with reporters
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience writing for broadcast
• A degree/diploma in Television Broadcasting or Journalism is preferred
• A highly developed editorial sense- someone who knows what the top stories are every day
• Capable of distilling complex issues into clear, concise copy under tremendous deadline pressures
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience working in a live news environment is required
• Knowledge of iNews would be an asset
• Experience in dealing with breaking news coverage

Application Details

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.bellmedia.ca or forward a current resume to:

PLEASE QUOTE REFERENCE # KA-024

Human Resources                   
Bell Media
P.O. Box 9, Station “O”
Toronto ON M4A 2M9
e-mail: careers@bellmedia.ca
fax: 416-384-6491

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.