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Associate Producer, Chase (French Services) (On Site)


Company : Radio-Canada


Location : Edmonton, Division No. 11


Created : 2026-02-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt 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.Position TitleAssociate Producer Temporary Short-Term (Dure dtermine)Status of EmploymentTemporary Short-Term (Dure dtermine)Position Language RequirementEnglish, FrenchUnposting Date20260220 11:59 PMOnsite PresenceThis role requires fulltime onsite presence. ICI Alberta is looking for oncall Associate Producers to provide support for our morning and afternoon radio shows in Alberta and the Northwest Territories.Your roleAct as a researcher/reporter assigned primarily to preparing a radio program, including researching story ideas, preparing research packs (intros, angles, questions, and followups), chasing and booking guests, and writing and presenting stories on air.Write copy to showcase and promote program content across all digital platforms and repurpose radio content for other platforms.Pitch story ideas to be developed, presented onair and delivered on other platforms.Maintain relationships with local communities and contribute to station initiatives under CBC/RadioCanadas Journalistic Standards and Practices.Demonstrate creative selfstarter qualities, sound news judgment, and experience in research and content preparation for audiences across multiple platforms.Key TasksPitch story ideas, chase and book guests to meet daily and longterm needs.Organize interviewees' participation, develop background, introduction, and line of questioning; conduct or arrange for research and brief hosts accordingly.Maintain contact files.Attend daily assignment and production meetings.Present original stories on air and participate in impromptu roundtable discussions.Write and post online articles to promote show content.Assist the host and producer with program continuity and special projects for programs and the station.QualificationsUniversity degree or equivalent.Minimum of two years relevant experience in journalism and technology used at CBC/RadioCanada.Demonstrated writing skills.Ability to chase and book Frenchspeaking guests and synthesize information for hosts in a briefing document.Proven onair skills.High level of concentration and organization.Strong news judgment under tight deadline conditions.Ability to develop and maintain a network of relevant sources.Strong news sense, especially Alberta & Northwest Territories news and current affairs, and knowledge of Canadian and international stories.Thorough familiarity with CBC/RadioCanadas Journalistic Standards and Practices.Bilingualism (English and French).Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.Organizational skills; ability to handle a variety of functions quickly and efficiently.Ability to solve problems independently and through group discussions.Knowledge of CBC/RadioCanada production applications (Scoop, iNews, Media Central, Dalet) is an asset.Ability to work effectively under pressure to tight deadlines.Please submit your application in French and include additional documentation or a link to your online demo or website, blog, or video in your cover letter.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.Location123 Edmonton City Centre, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 2Y8Work Schedule Part timeCBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our countrys diversity. Thats because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the everchanging makeup of our country. Thats 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 Canadas 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 email to 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr