News Reporter

Windspeaker Radio Network is looking for a News Reporter in our Edmonton headquarters.

• • Title: News Reporter
  • Location: Edmonton, but travel may be required throughout Alberta
  • Term: Permanent Full Time Position
  • Report to the Director of Radio, Windspeaker Media

   

  Job Requirements

  • Knowledge of Indigenous issues and culture is an asset
  • Be a part of the community, live, work, and play here
  • Researching and writing news stories
  • Voice tracking broadcasts, as required
  • Represent the radio station at community events
  • Post to social media
  • Participant in news meetings
  • Participant in air-checks
  • Other duties as assigned

     

    Position Requirements

    Should have newsroom experience or applicable broadcast education

    Knowledge of Indigenous culture is an asset

    Strong verbal and written communication skills

    Strong on-air delivery

    Self starter

    Ability to work within a fast-paced environment both individually and with a team

    A valid driver’s license

    Working familiarity with Adobe Audition Wide Orbit is an asset

    Ability to use social media (X, Facebook, Instagram, etc.) 

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, please apply to jobs@windspeakermedia.com with a cover letter describing why you want to work at the station, a current resume and a few examples of your work.

Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls Please

Windspeaker Media supports the principles of Employment Equity and is committed to ensuring our workforce is representative of the communities we serve. Women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities are encouraged to apply and to self-identify so we can work towards full representation of those groups within our company.