Videographer; French Services; On Site

Position Title

Videographer (French Services) (On Site)

Permanent

English, French

English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing)

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.

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Yes

We are looking for a videographer to join the Radio‑Canada Alberta team in Calgary. Based on current plans, you will be assigned to the weekend shift on a regular basis. As a videographer, you will perform tasks related to shooting and editing news items and programs. As a resource specialist, you will perform your work according to accepted CBC/Radio‑Canada and industry standards, but there is latitude for independent action, judgment and initiative.

Duties are performed under the guidance of the Operations Producer, but there may be requirements to work without immediate supervision. Work is usually performed within established program formats and under high pressure.

• Prepare, align and set up field cameras, ensuring optimum visual and technical quality under prevailing conditions.
• Light the subject or scene; compose and record program material using a handheld camera.
• Ensure both visual and aural material meets technical and esthetic requirements for editing.
• Deliver all recorded materials and perform editing. In the field, perform basic maintenance on equipment.
• Shoot stills for our digital platforms.

• Ask scripted questions of subjects being recorded.
• Contribute to digital platforms.
• Craft stories, working with other team members.
• Help produce info graphic content.

• Proficient knowledge of Sony 500/700 ENG cameras.
• Proficient knowledge of Sony A7/FX6 cinema cameras.
• Technical knowledge and understanding of daily television and digital program production methods. Understanding of picture composition and single‑camera lighting.
• Knowledge generally gained through community college graduation in television arts, or equivalent industry experience.
• Three years of specialized professional experience shooting and editing French‑language news stories.
• Ability to edit recorded items on appropriate/available editing systems, such as Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Excellent command of French (French‑speaking work environment).
• Passion for details.
• Proficient knowledge of production resource equipment, routers and recording gear at the Calgary station.
• Resourcefulness to find solutions to maintenance issues when specialized staff are not around.
• Intermediate oral, writing and reading proficiency in English (BBB).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work various shift patterns, including overnights and weekends, often in unexpected overtime situations.

• Ability to work in a deadline‑driven environment while maintaining a calm, professional attitude.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to pursue the acquisition of story elements with minimum supervision ensuring a high degree of accuracy, quality and creativity.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
• Highly creative, imaginative problem‑solver and motivated self‑starter.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and innovative thinking.

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…