Role Overview
Postmedia Network is hiring a mid-level Journalist. This is a full-time role in Edmonton. posted last week. 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 (Existing Vacancy)
Reports to:
Western Bureau chief
Division:
The Financial Post
Location:
Edmonton, AB.
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:
The Financial Post is hiring a journalist in Edmonton to expand our coverage of Western Canada. The successful candidates will join our dynamic team in delivering breaking news, in-depth analysis and long-form features on the region’s economy during a pivotal time.
The Financial Post Western Bureau provides unparalleled coverage of businesses, trends and newsmakers, working with the Edmonton Journal, Calgary Herald, Saskatoon StarPhoenix and Vancouver Sun.
What you’ll do:
Your mission is to dig up stories in your own backyard, and bring them to a national audience. As a reporter with the Financial Post, you’ll be expected to cultivate sources, find stories buried in documents and break news on tight deadlines, while writing in a clear, concise and engaging style. Responsibilities include
- covering the daily news file
- investigating in-depth stories
- writing explainers on complicated topics for a broad, national audience
Who you are
- 3+ years of reporting experience, preferably in business journalism
- Knowledge of or a willingness to learn about one or more of the following coverage areas: energy, real estate, data centres, agriculture or investing
- Demonstrated ability to identify trends and drivers behind the news, allowing you to explain not just what is happening, but why — and what it means
- Demonstrated ability to write effectively in different formats, from breaking news to explanatory work to long-form features
- Canadian Securities Course is an asset
- Experience with data analysis is an asset
- Video or podcast experience is an asset
If you are interested in this position, please apply with a cover letter, resume and links to recent work.
Any employee who believes they are qualified and who has an interest in this opportunity should inform their manager. Internal applicants must include in the subject line of their application “Internal Applicant.”
Compensation
Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role and the candidate's location.
Base Salary: $45,001 - $60,000
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.
Where is the Journalist position at Postmedia Network located?
This position is based in Edmonton. Postmedia Network has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
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 17, 2026 (7 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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