Role Overview
Postmedia Network is hiring a mid-level Journalist. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Calgary. posted 6 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Position: Journalist
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reports to: Assignment editor
Location: Calgary, AB (Hybrid)
Division: Postmedia Editorial
The Company:
Postmedia is a Canadian news media company representing more than 110 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it.
This exceptional content, reach and scope offer advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team.
The Opportunity:
Working in the joint Calgary Herald/Calgary Sun newsroom, the successful candidate will be expected to break news and also be able to write longer news features and explanatory pieces. Applicants are expected to have excellent news judgment and an understanding of issues that impact Calgary and surrounding communities. They must have demonstrable strengths in accurate, clean reporting, and a proven ability to initiate stories and enterprise features. Candidates must be familiar with emerging digital trends and opportunities, be able to shoot video with a mobile device, and know how to leverage social media and digital platforms to break news and reach audiences. They must be comfortable with efficiently filing stories for multiple platforms on tight deadlines and be keen to learn and experiment to find new ways to tell stories and engage readers.
What you’ll do:
- Reporting and writing stories for print, web, and mobile audiences – as well as tailoring content to meet the varying needs of those platforms.
- Initiating and developing ideas for enterprise stories and investigative projects.
- Cultivating sources and establishing expertise in order to break stories and set the news agenda.
- Filing video clips for digital platforms; working with digital teams to create interactive maps and graphics, searchable databases, and other multimedia elements.
Who you are
- Experience at a news organization.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Journalist position at Postmedia Network?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Postmedia Network. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Journalist role at Postmedia Network remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Calgary. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Journalist at Postmedia Network earn?
Postmedia Network has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Journalist role at Postmedia Network posted?
This role was posted on June 4, 2026 (6 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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