National Reporter, Assigned as Foreign Correspondent in Washington (French Services (On Site) Permanent Position Language Requirement: English, French Language Skills: English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing) Work at CBC/Radio-Canada At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. 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. CBC/Radio-Canada is seeking two (2) National Reporters who will be assigned as Foreign Correspondents.

S. current events and social affairs for Radio-Canada News across TV, radio and digital platforms. Produce original reports, interviews, on-air analysis and digital content for Radio-Canada newscasts, TV and radio current affairs programming, and digital platforms. Pitch compelling story ideas tailored to Canadian audiences across politics, economics, culture, sports, emerging technology and social/digital trends.

This role requires full-time on-site presence. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Seven (7) years’ journalism experience or equivalent. S. political, social and economic issues. Working knowledge of a third language is an asset.

Willingness and availability to travel frequently. Prior foreign reporting experience is an asset. Proven ability to conduct incisive interviews and adapt reporting across digital, TV and radio platforms.





Strong command of broadcast and digital storytelling formats (both short- and long-form). Fluent bilingualism in English and French.

Experience writing for digital platforms is an asset. Robust writing and storytelling skills on TV, radio and digital platforms. Robust understanding of production and broadcasting workflows. Solid knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Journalistic Standards and Practices.

Monitor breaking news and current events across a diverse range of sources. Build and maintain a strong network of local contacts and sources. Collaborate on planning and producing coverage of major issues and events of national interest for national broadcasts, specials and newscasts.

Research, gather and fact-check complex stories of national interest, tracking key issues as they unfold. Co-ordinate field production for television as needed. Gather audio recordings for radio. Review audio and visual elements.

Provide data and context for graphic illustrations in your reports. Supervise editing as required. For television news, isolate and assemble audio/video clips. Perform rough editing for radio and, if necessary, oversee the mixing process.

Deliver your reports, interviews and analysis segments on air.



Oversee your reporting team in the field as needed. Alert the newsroom immediately to any breaking news or special coverage opportunities.

Drive a news vehicle. Journalistic tests (general knowledge, French grammar and writing test). Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. A mandatory Criminal record check. 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. 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. Full time #

📌 National Reporter, Assigned as Foreign Correspondent in Washington (French Services (On Site) (Montreal)
🏢 CBC / Radio-Canada
📍 Montreal