Journalist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Create engaging content for various platforms, including web, mobile, and print.

• Develop daily story ideas and adapt to the priorities of the newsroom.

• Utilize social media and digital tools to discover breaking news and gauge reader interests.

• Build relationships with sources to uncover stories and influence the news agenda.

• Collaborate with digital teams to produce interactive multimedia content, encompassing text, photos, and videos.

• Report on a diverse array of news topics while adhering to tight deadlines.

• Be available to work on weekends and statutory holidays.

• Provide remote reporting as part of a Postmedia news team, specifically assigned to the Times & Transcript.

⛳️ Requirements

• A seasoned reporter, a journalism school graduate, or an individual from a related field.

• Previous newsroom experience is advantageous.

• Proficient in quickly organizing and prioritizing tasks.

• Adaptable to working with breaking news, features, short-form content, and unconventional story formats.

• Inquisitive nature with the ability to uncover unique story angles.

• Capable of conveying information clearly and succinctly to readers.

• Experience and proficiency in video, podcast presentation, and other digital tools are beneficial.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle are considered assets.

• Bilingual proficiency in English and French is a plus.

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

• Submission of a cover letter, résumé, three samples of published work (if available), and at least two signed references is required with the application.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for remote work within New Brunswick.

• Unionized position governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the collective agreement.