POSITION OVERVIEW

The Globe and Mail is seeking two reporters to join a recent local journalism initiative in Ottawa.

We are looking for reporters who understand issues that matter locally in Ottawa, with a demonstrated ability to break news, produce clear and compelling original pieces and develop high-impact coverage. Curiosity, versatility and collaboration are essential.

The successful candidate will have a strong desire to report stories that meet community needs and be eager to become part of building something from the ground up.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Frequently pitch fresh, compelling story ideas that serve Ottawa residents
- Develop sources to break news and produce exclusive stories
- Write clearly and on deadline
- Think in multiple storytelling formats (ie video, audio and text) and participate in Globe events
- Collaborate with newsroom colleagues on story ideas and the best way to tell them

QUALIFICATIONS





- At least three years experience reporting for a news organization
- Sharp instincts for stories that will resonate locally in Ottawa
- Strong writing with versatile range - from hard news to human-interest feature to explanatory
- Solid news judgment with a track record of enterprise work
- Comfortable working in a variety of formats, including live blogs, newsletters, video and audio
- Entrepreneurial mindset

This position is based in Ottawa and requires a minimum of two days a week in office.

Our promise to readers is that the best work comes from our own (human) curiosity and creativity - we’d like to see yours.

SALARY

This position is classified as a Reporter in Group C of the Editorial Collective Agreement.

📌 Local Reporter, Ottawa
🏢 The Globe and Mail
📍 Ottawa