Photojournalist

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment.

At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

Are you passionate about storytelling and local news? Do you have the skills required for working in a modern, multi-platform, continuous news operation, with an aptitude and desire to learn more? Are you a creative, solution‑oriented thinker? Do you have the courage to find new ways to tell the story, no matter the platform? Then City News is looking for you.

We have an opening for a next‑level full‑time Photojournalist position on the dynamic City News Winnipeg team.

• Pitches fresh, original stories
• Shoots, edits, reports and presents news stories on all platforms – including continuous posting to website, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms throughout the shift to engage audience
• Organizes material and writes engaging, relevant and concise news stories under tight deadlines according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Plays scripted and unscripted coverage live on‑air and on other media platforms from remote locations and/or in‑studio environment – including LIVE on social media platforms
• Generates compelling story ideas and knowledgeable contacts and responds to breaking news situations quickly and accurately
• Generates compelling multi‑media content
• Posts to digital throughout the day and writes articles for web content
• Be fluent in social media trends with personal accounts and the knowledge to use it to generate stories and ideas

• Proven experience generating powerful, credible original content
• Proven experience operating a video camera and editing to deadlines
• Relevant degree / diploma from a recognized post‑secondary institution
• A person who relentlessly pursues a story beyond the headline
• A valid driver’s license with no restrictions
• A person who’s not afraid to push for answers
• A person who truly understands multi‑platform coverage and doesn’t feel bound by the confines of a typical Television reporter package
• A person who won’t let a dead end stop them from producing a compelling story
• Excellent knowledge of the cultural and political landscape of the city
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work well in a team environment
• Must be able to multi‑task, deliver great content under tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to be flexible in a changing work environment
• Ability to consistently generate original content ideas
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends
• On‑air experience and live presentation experience

• Schedule:
  
  Full time
• Shift: Day
• Work Location:
  
  22 Scurfield Boulevard, Winnipeg, MB
• Travel Requirements:
  No selection
• Background Check(s)
  
  Required:
  
  Criminal background check, credit check, driver abstract may be required depending on the role

Rogers is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusivity and are committed to providing a workplace where all applicants will be considered.