Careers

Job Summary:

The Micronews Producer and Editor is responsible for creating, editing, and publishing short-form news content across various platforms. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong storytelling skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will be a digital journalist with a passion for breaking news and a deep understanding of current events.

The Muslim News Anchor is responsible for presenting news stories and other content in a professional and engaging manner. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong on-camera presence, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned journalist with a deep understanding of current events and a passion for delivering news that matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Content Production: Create engaging, accurate, and timely micronews segments from inception to final edit.
• Editing: Edit news segments for clarity, accuracy, and coherence, ensuring they meet editorial standards and guidelines.
• Research: Conduct thorough research on various news topics to ensure content is well-informed and up-to-date.
• Multimedia Integration: Integrate multimedia elements such as video clips, images, and graphics to enhance the storytelling experience using Vimeo.
• Platform Management: Publish content across multiple platforms, including social media, websites, and mobile apps.
• Collaboration: Work closely with reporters, editors, and other team members to coordinate content and ensure a consistent editorial voice.
• Quality Control: Review content for factual accuracy, grammar, and style consistency before publication.
• Analytics: Monitor performance metrics and audience engagement to inform future content decisions and strategies.
• Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in digital journalism and propose new ways to deliver micronews effectively.
• News Presentation: Deliver news stories, breaking news, and other content in a clear, concise, and engaging manner.
• Script Writing: Write and edit scripts for news segments, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to editorial standards
• Interviewing: Conduct live and recorded interviews with newsmakers, experts, and other guests
• Breaking News: Respond quickly and effectively to breaking news situations, providing live updates and information as it unfolds, on site and remotely.
• Public Engagement: Engage with viewers through social media, public appearances, and other platforms to build a connection with the audience.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in digital journalism, news production, or a related role.
• Skills:
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Strong understanding of news values and journalistic ethics.
  • Proficiency in multimedia production and editing tools.
  • Familiarity with content management systems and social media platforms.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Exceptional on-camera presence and communication skills.
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Deep understanding of journalistic ethics and news values.
  • Proficiency with teleprompters, newsroom software, and other broadcast tools.
  • Excellent research and interviewing skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Canadian citizenship or eligibility to work in Canada.
• Personal Attributes:
  • A passion for news and storytelling.
  • Adaptability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
  • Professional demeanor and appearance.
  • Creativity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.