On-call Writer

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

📋 Description

• Conduct research, write, and prepare content for distribution across all MétéoMédia platforms.

• Daily preparation and updating of content, including the creation of headlines.

• Suggest 2 to 4 headlines for each content piece intended for digital platforms and carry out necessary tests.

• Author news content for all platforms.

• Manage news content along with its associated elements.

• Monitor the daily weather situation.

• Verify sources of information to ensure timely news updates.

• Supervise the creation of graphic elements and incorporate them into pages via content management systems (CMS).

• Collect and analyze information through phone interviews, research, news wires, and user-generated content.

• Provide ongoing coverage during active weather events.

• Collaborate with team members to identify priority topics based on editorial priorities.

• Identify and highlight relevant content for users and viewers.

• Manage “active weather” alert banners on websites and applications.

• Validate content outcomes using measurement tools.

• Facilitate content exchange across MétéoMédia platforms.

• Contribute to the distribution of information on social media networks.

• Assist in preparing and updating the editorial calendar.

• Translate and edit texts as needed.

• Support the research, writing, and preparation of audiovisual content, occasionally presenting on camera.

• Fulfill any additional responsibilities and tasks related to the position.

• Provide support as needed for scheduled shifts; no minimum hours are guaranteed.

⛳️ Requirements

• A university degree in communications, journalism, or a related field.

• At least 2 years of relevant writing experience.

• Experience and a keen interest in science communication.

• Strong knowledge of geography, meteorology, and environmental issues.

• Excellent proficiency in written French.

• Bilingual (French/English) is required.

• Exceptional editorial judgment.

• Outstanding writing and research abilities.

• Good understanding of the Internet and enthusiasm for new media.

• Strong knowledge of and capability to utilize interactive communication tools and social media.

• Proficient in navigating a computer environment.

• Demonstrated initiative.

• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Flexibility regarding work schedule.

• Eligibility to work in Canada.

• Must reside in Canada.

🏝️ Benefits

• Open and transparent communication, including All Hands meetings with our CEO.

• Regular employee surveys.

• Anonymous reporting platform.

• Participation in the IDEAS team (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Awareness, Solidarity).

• Flexible scheduling options.

• Opportunity to work on weekday, weekend, and holiday shifts.

• Involvement in special content initiatives and seasonal projects.

• An active 24/7 working environment.