Applications are invited for the position of a full-time Video Journalist with the NB Media Co-op (one year term)
Position: Full-Time Video Journalist
Employer: NB Media Co-op
Location: Anywhere in New Brunswick (Remote)
Date Posted: July 2022
Application Deadline: Friday, July 29, 2022 at 4:00 PM Atlantic time
Salary: $25/hour, 35 hours/week
Anticipated Start Date: August/September 2022
Term: This is a one-year term position.
Description: The NB Media Co-op is looking for an experienced reporter to work as a video journalist covering social, political and community affairs in New Brunswick.
Topics may include systemic racism in New Brunswick, migrant justice, Indigenous struggles, poverty reduction and economic justice, disability rights, queer and trans rights, and gender equity.
We especially encourage applications from journalists from under-represented groups in the media including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, newcomers, people with disabilities, seniors or LGBTQIA2+.
The NB Media Co-op, established in 2009, is an independent media co-operative providing news and critical commentary from our location on the stolen territories of the Wolastoqiyik, Mi’kmaq and Peskotomuhkati. The NB Media Co-op is committed to social justice journalism. Our flagship online publication is called the NB Media Co-op. We also publish a bi-monthly broadsheet called The Brief and collaborate with CHCO-TV on a political talk show called the NB debrief.
The reporter will produce public affairs stories including stories about actions being taken by traditional and band councils, municipal, provincial and federal governments, the courts, school boards, and health authorities – as well as community and grassroots responses.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of video journalism, an understanding of how local issues affect residents, and a passion for storytelling and solid media production skills, especially in video. It is equally important that the candidate understands the principles of community-based media — they will collaboratively create professional quality content delivered through video, web, podcasts and social media with volunteers.
This position is funded by The Local Journalism Initiative and has been made possible by the Government of Canada, administered by The Canadian Association of Community Television Users and Stations (CACTUS).
Qualifications/Experience:
Passion for storytelling through a decolonial, anti-racist and anti-oppressive lens
- Have a keen interest in civic issues and politics
- Able to work independently with a high degree of self-motivation
- Proven ability to generate story ideas
- Experience working with audio/video, including editing
- Experience working with volunteers
- Experience interviewing sources for stories
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- A valid driver’s license
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends when necessary
- Excellent language skills in either French, English or both
In addition, preference will be given to candidates who:
- Identify with an equity-seeking group. However, all qualified applicants will be considered
- Have a demonstrated understanding, or experience with, community-based media organizations
- Have a strong understanding of online reporting and social media, and the appropriate integration of those tools to complement video products
How to apply: Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resumé to the NB Media Co-op hiring committee at: [email protected] by Friday, July 29, 2022 at 4:00 PM Atlantic time. Applications must include “NB Media Co-op – Video Journalist – Your name” in the subject line of the email. Short-listed candidates will be asked for demo reels or samples of their video work.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
The NB Media Co-op particularly encourages applicants who are Indigenous, Black, or People of Colour; low-income; women; LGBTQ2S+; disabled and other equity seeking groups. If you would like, please indicate if you are a part of an equity-seeking group in your cover letter. The NB Media Co-op is an advocate for equity and is committed to ensuring representation in its community.
Funded by the Government of Canada. Administered by The Canadian Association of Community Television Stations and Users (cactusmedia.ca).
