Associate Producer (English Services) (On-Site)

Position Title:

Associate Producer (English Services) (On-Site)

Status of Employment:

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)

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. 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:

2026-08-06 11:59 PM

Associate Producer (English Services) (On-Site)

Please note that this is a one-year contract position.

CBC Manitoba is looking for an Associate Producer assigned to our live streaming and supper hour television programming.

As we know, audiences continue to evolve in how, where and when they engage with our content. We know now more than ever how important visual storytelling is for our journalism to reach current and new audiences to ensure we stay relevant to Manitobans and Canadians. We need to be live when audiences need us and on demand when audiences want us.

The successful candidate will be responsible for proposing original story ideas, developing program content, organizing interviews, video editing, conducting research, and helping bring live programming to audiences. With appropriate direction, this position will help organize and contribute to the preparation, production, post-production work for live and on demand video and television programming. 

While work is generally performed following established standards and procedures, there is a regular requirement for independent judgment and initiative. Tasks can sometimes involve coordinating the activities of others. 

This role may be for you if you have a keen eye and a passion for paying attention to details. You have a strong sense of visual elements beyond traditional videos, such as infographics, and value-added graphics. 

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

- Demonstrated ability to work with a team, this role may occasionally be leading the team.

- Strong writing and editorial abilities.

- Strong and enthusiastic team player.

- Connected to the community we serve.

- Passionate about Manitoba - both stories and issues.

- Curious, quick thinking, incisive and critical thinker.

- Innovative with programming ideas.

- Knowledge of television programming and in production for news and information programs including a demonstrated ability to write, edit (desktop), vet and line-up.

- Skilled in iNews, Dalet, Avid and DTV.

- Experience using social media to research, develop and source stories; and as a breaking news tool.

- Experience in graphic design/ editing would be an asset.

- Experience in using smart boards or other smart screens would be an asset.

- Demonstrated attention to accuracy under time constraints required.

- University degree or equivalent, with a minimum of two years in a similar position, preferred.

- Chase guests for interviews under tight deadlines

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 next

step 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 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 recruitment@cbc.ca.
 
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. 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.

Primary Location:

541 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2G1

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time