Reporter-Editor (French Services) (On Site)Please know that cookies are required to operate and enhance our services. We value your privacy. If you are not comfortable with us using this information, please review your settings before continuing your visit.# Careers## Reporter-Editor (French Services) (On Site)Apply: Ottawa, ON: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 16, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR00009494Position Title:Reporter-Editor (French Services) (On Site)Status of Employment:Temporary Long-Term (Durée déterminée)Position Language Requirement:English, FrenchLanguage

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- Advanced), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing)Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt 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### Your role Are you curious and interested in a wide range of topics? Do you have several story ideas to pitch, with precise and original angles? As a reporter-editor in the Radio-Canada Ottawa-Gatineau newsroom, you will be responsible for covering regional news in the Outaouais, Ottawa, and surrounding areas. Under the supervision of the assignment producer, you will be expected to create content in various formats, which may be published on our digital platforms, on radio,



in the Téléjournal Ottawa-Gatineau, and as vertical video. You must have a solid understanding of the issues in Ottawa and Gatineau, as well as key players in the regional news landscape, in order to quickly inform our audience about stories that matter to them. Our team works in a collaborative environment, with rigor and creativity, to meet and adapt to the needs of our audience. We are looking for a proactive, informed, resourceful, and detail-oriented person to create and enhance our journalistic content. Your work will be governed by the CBC/Radio-Canada Journalistic Standards and Practices. You must be well-versed in them and demonstrate responsibility with a constant focus on maintaining public trust. It is a one-year replacement position, assigned three (3) days during the week and two (2) days on the weekend. This role requires full-time on-site presence.Profile sought:* University degree (or equivalent) in journalism, communications, or related fields.
* Three (3) years of directly related experience demonstrating strong field reporting skills and a solid understanding of the broadcasting industry and Radio-Canada’s various platforms.
* Relevant experience in preparing, delivering reports, and doing live hits.
* Strong interview, writing, and storytelling skills.
* Strong interest in emerging trends in news, especially digital media.




* Ability to write news content effectively and quickly for digital platforms.
* Knowledge of Radio-Canada’s mandate and Journalistic Standards and Practices.
* Knowledge of the social, political, cultural, and economic life of the Outaouais region and Eastern Ontario.
* Familiarity with regional, provincial, and national current affairs.
* Excellent command of spoken, written, and reading in French.
* Advanced oral, writing and reading proficiency in English (CCC).
* Must hold a valid driver’s license.
* Familiarity with production software (iNews, Dalet, Mediacentral, Scoop) used at Radio-Canada is an asset.
* Strong journalistic sense, editorial judgment, and decision-making ability.
* Proven ability to learn new technologies.
* Demonstrates resourcefulness and initiative.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
* Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate daily tasks while meeting tight deadlines and working under pressure.
* Boldness, creativity, and curiosity in news gathering and fact-finding.
* Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.
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.
As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the nextstep will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:
* A mandatory Criminal record check.
* Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.
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 ou

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