Position Title:
Radio Journalist (French Services) (On Site)
Status of Employment:
Permanent
Position Language Requirement:
English, French
Language Skills:
English (Reading - B - Intermediate), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), 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:
2026-05-11 11:59 PM
The News Service at Radio-Canada is seeking a Radio Journalist based in Montreal.
As a journalist, you will produce reports and feature stories, as well as deliver live segments for news bulletins, programs, and the News Service’s platforms. You may be required to work in the field to gather information and present it in accordance with Journalistic Standards and Practices. You will need to demonstrate creativity and originality while meeting tight deadlines.
This is a permanent part-time position of three (3) days per week. As an indication, the selected candidate will initially work a schedule that includes weekends, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The third day will be assigned based on newsroom needs, which may include writing and research duties.
The schedule may eventually change depending on operational requirements.
This role requires full-time on-site presence.
Desired Profile:
Qualifications:
Skills:
Experience preparing news reports for radio.
Experience delivering live radio segments.
Proven ability in field reporting and knowledge of newsroom production.
Broad general knowledge.
In-depth understanding of municipal, political, and social news in Quebec, Canada, and internationally.
Interest in developing digital formats.
Proficiency in the working language: French.
Intermediate-level English skills (spoken, written, and reading) (BBB).
Good knowledge of the Dalet system.
Ability to work under pressure; strong initiative.
Strong editorial judgment.
Knowledge of the Corporation’s Journalistic Standards and Practices.
Additional Requirements:
Selected candidates will be required to complete:
Journalism tests.
Practical test.
Interview.
It is your responsibility to include a cover letter and an up-to-date résumé with your application, highlighting the qualifications and skills required for this position. Given the nature of the role, please submit your application (résumé and cover letter) preferably in French.
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:
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:
1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2
Number of Openings:
1
Work Schedule:
Part time
