Vista Radio prides itself on a fresh vision of broadcasting and an unparalleled commitment to its community involvement. We are privileged to operate in 49 radio stations (and growing) broadcasting across 70+ transmitters located in three Provinces and the Northwest Territories. We are also connected to our communities with 37 MyTownNow websites.

Welcome to Vista Radio, we are currently hiring a Local News Reporter in Campbell River station!

In storytelling, the details matter, you will bring your detail oriented, accurate approach to find, create and tell the stories from the community for a news content environment. Your team supports a collaborative and supportive environment so you can develop your skills to be a self-starter and a leader.

We empower our team members to shape company culture. Our culture includes being committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic working environment.

Position Description

Be a part of the community, live, work, and play here
Researching and writing news stories
Executing a highly localized broadcast
Voice tracking broadcasts, as required
Represent the radio station at community events
Accept responsibilities as assigned by the News Director
Post to social media
Participant in cluster/broadcast news meetings
Participant in air-checks
Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Should have newsroom experience or applicable broadcast education
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong on-air delivery
Self starter
The ability to work within a fast-paced environment both individually and with a team
A valid driver's license
Working familiarity with Adobe Audition, KLZ Newsroom, and on-air software is a big-time plus.
Ability to use and Excel with social media (Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

Application Instructions

Apply online!

Please include a link to a Soundcloud/YouTube audio demo to the Additional Documents section of the application form. In addition, if you have any web-writing experience and/or writing samples that you can demonstrate as well, please include that material to additional documents.

At Vista Radio Ltd, we are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the various communities in which we operate. Accommodations are available for all employees and applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please advise when submitting your application.

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