Position Title: Producer, Front Burner (English Services) Status of Employment: Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term) Position Language Requirement: English Language Skills: English (First Official Language), English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing) 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: 2026-11-15 11:59 PM Full-time contract, approximately ten months long (ends September 2027) This position can be based anywhere with access to a CBC Station. Front Burner - the most listened to original Canadian produced podcast - has an opportunity for one innovative producer. Hosted by award-winning investigative journalist Jayme Poisson, this CBC News program tops the charts by exploring the big stories of the day with curiosity and an open mind. If you see yourself as an editorial leader who brings a creative flair to storytelling, working innovatively with sound to create memorable moments for the audience, read on. You need to be in tune with what people are talking about so you can turn daily domestic and international news into relevant stories for our listeners. This means being a self-starter, with a proven journalistic track record of working to tight deadlines. You have to have the instincts to create engaging audio treatments from long form interviews to sound immersive documentaries. Your life experience and diverse perspectives or expertise will truly enrich Front Burner’s content. And because this is a news podcast it goes without saying, you must also have a clear understanding of our Journalistic Standards and Practices. Key Tasks: Conceives and develops program ideas and concepts Develops the program content including assigning, researching, gathering, writing and/or editing Supervise the work of others who contribute to the program or segment being overseen by the Producer Selects, vets, re-writes and/or edits copy or text written by others Directs talent, sound and/or image Edits and mixes, or directs the editing and mixing of audio and/or visual elements Plans, organizes, coordinates and determines the style, pace, tempo, line-up and format of the program or the components and/or segments of a program, or programs Exercises editorial responsibility as delegated by Management Evaluates all facets of a production including the performance of the program and production team and freelance contributors Participates in the preparation of program objectives We are looking for a candidate with the following: University degree or equivalent Minimum of five years of experience in a journalistic setting Experience pitching and producing stories and translating those ideas into on-air segments Deep knowledge of the Canadian and international news landscape Experience producing podcasts Ability to use a variety of software tools including content management systems and Dalet or similar audio editing software Track record of creativity and innovation with a strong attention to detail Proven chase skills Demonstrated expertise in writing and vetting for broadcast and writing of host scripts - and an ability to capture a conversational tone Demonstrated ability to use tape creatively - and write to it with flair Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize Demonstrated ability to produce content that can work on multiple platforms Embraces change and experimentation Independent, self-motivated combined with the ability to work well in a team environment Ability to work effectively in a high pressure environment and under tight, daily deadlines Must be able to solve problems quickly, independently and in-group discussions A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Lives and promotes the values of an inclusive and respectful work culture Strong knowledge and understanding of, and/or connection to underrepresented communities across Canada Demonstrates a deep understanding and appreciation of the different cultures, opinions and experiences that make up contemporary Canada (new, diverse, younger audience) Elevates diverse perspectives, ideas and differing points of view Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with CBC Journalistic Standards and Practices Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns and methods Must be available to work on weekends as well as long days and late nights 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. 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 [email protected]. 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: Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7 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.

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