Position Title: Producer, Arts & Life video (English Services) (On-Site)Status of Employment: Contractee Long-Term (Fixed Term)Position Language Requirement: EnglishLanguage Skills: English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced)Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt 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: 2025-09-15 11:59 PMCBC is looking for a creative and resourceful Producer to plan, organize and execute digital video projects, with particular focus on the CBC Arts and CBC Life YouTube channels. Working under the supervision of the Senior Producer, CBC Creator Network and Unscripted Video, the successful candidate will join a diverse and vibrant team who will help shape the next generation of digital video production at CBC.In this role, you’ll oversee the production of digital video series, working with in-house and freelance shooters and editors to create content across different platforms, from social to streaming. You will work closely with the video and CBC Arts and Life teams, but also at times independently, to bring an aesthetic eye and creative sensibilities to short- and mid-form content. There may also be the potential of working with the Creator Network team to produce digital video content with Canadian content creators.The ideal candidate will have a background in video production, creative storytelling and digital video publishing, as well as familiarity with creating arts and lifestyle content for digital platforms (YouTube, Instagram and Tiktok). Ability to communicate pitches and visual ideas, coordinate shoots in studio and on location and create consistently stellar work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment is a must. You are a strong advocate for inclusion in your work and in the people you work with.Key tasks:Conceives and develops ideas and concepts for video series (recent and past examples: CBC Arts: In Process, Art 101, Here & Queer; CBC Life: On the Inside, Houseplanted).Develops specific story ideas and pieces including the researching, writing and/or editing of video material. Works with the CBC Arts and Life teams to develop the style, pace, tempo and format of the story with YouTube best practices.Plans, organizes and coordinates studio and location shoots.Assigns videos to freelance video producers across the country, and provides feedback to ensure alignment with standards and program objectives.Books studios or other facilities required for the production, shooting, or editing of material.Writes short copy/headlines, prepares questions and develops background on stories and interview subjects.Creates shot lists and mood boards that contribute to the focus and mood of the story when needed.Assists with aspects of digital publishing including re-packaging or re-formatting, creating social edits, and finalizing graphics deliverables.As required, performs the following tasks:perform final edit and necessary paperwork/reports;Direct talent, sound and/or image;ensure, in collaboration with Copyright Clearance Officers or others, the proper and accurate clearance of all material;Arrange for, and conduct interviews;Provide talent and crew with feedback to assist their performance.You possess:A university or equivalent experience, along with five or more years of experience in related work.Direct experience creating arts and lifestyle video for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok or other digital platforms.A calm-under-pressure attitude and ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with othersBasic video editing and packaging abilities are an asset.Ability to work flexible hours and overtime (when required)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 nextstep will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:A mandatory Criminal record check.Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.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 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 .You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on . 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: Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7Number of Openings: 1Work Schedule: Full time
