Nelson Star Temporary Multimedia Journalist
About the role
Black Press Media has an opening for a full-time, temporary multimedia journalist in Nelson, B.C.
The successful candidate will be joining the largest multimedia reporting force in British Columbia. Black Press employs journalists across the province, generating news content for highly competitive and expanding digital platforms, and longstanding print products.
The Kootenay news team is driven by a digital-first mandate, which maintains a local focus on news, events, and issues in the communities. This position is based in the Nelson newsroom supported by an editor and a Bureau Chief in an editorial hub.
The Successful Candidate Will Have
Outstanding writing skills for print and web. A demonstrated ability in covering breaking news in an online environment, as well as a full range of familiarity and talent in providing community news and events coverage. Excellent skills in driving website traffic and audience engagement through superior multimedia news content generation, including SEO and UGC strategies. Advanced knowledge of photography, and video shooting and editing. The ability to adhere to deadlines and take direction while contributing original story ideas. Knowledge of iMovie and Canadian Press style.
The successful candidate must be able to multitask and execute in a complex digital and print publishing environment.
Applicants must hold formal journalism degrees or diplomas, and broadcast training and experience are distinct assets.
A valid driver’s licence, reliable vehicle and a smartphone are mandatory. Candidates must be able to legally work in Canada.
The starting rate for this position is $23.87/hour.
Black Press Media is a leading North American local news champion with operations across British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Washington State, Alaska, and Hawaii. Over 1,500 talented employees work with us to deliver unique community news and information across a full suite of traditional media channels and digital platforms. We value diverse viewpoints, new ways of thinking and a collaborative approach to delivering results.
Please Forward Your Cover Letter And Resume To
Nicole Koran, General Manager, Kootenay Division
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Nelson Star Temporary Multimedia Journalist jobs in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
About Black Press Media
The largest independent media company in North America with highly engaged media platforms in British Columbia, Central Alberta, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.
Black Press Media is a division of Carpenter Media Group.
In addition to Canadian operations BPM extends its publishing operations in Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi, Texas, Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii.
British Columbia, Canada is comprised of four major geographic regions, BC North, BC South, Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland, Black Press Media serves small communities like Barriere and Sooke, as well as British Columbia's major urban centres, Victoria and Surrey. Its media operations are widely read in some of the fastest-growing communities in Canada, like Kelowna, Nanaimo and Abbotsford.
Black Press Media is home to some of the oldest, most trusted local media in Western Canada, like the Chilliwack Progress, founded in 1891, and the Ashcroft Journal, which first published in 1895. Market by market these are the leading newspapers and news websites in their respective communities.
Black Press Media’s suburban and urban print and online operations provide audiences with a superior blend of localized news coverage that is recognized with numerous editorial awards every year. BPM invests in relevant, high quality journalism that affects the lives of readers and the communities served. This commitment is complemented by award winning photography and advanced marketing. Black Press Media Community and Daily Newspapers are all the places that you want to be.
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Nelson Star Temporary Multimedia Journalist
About the role
Black Press Media has an opening for a full-time, temporary multimedia journalist in Nelson, B.C.
The successful candidate will be joining the largest multimedia reporting force in British Columbia. Black Press employs journalists across the province, generating news content for highly competitive and expanding digital platforms, and longstanding print products.
The Kootenay news team is driven by a digital-first mandate, which maintains a local focus on news, events, and issues in the communities. This position is based in the Nelson newsroom supported by an editor and a Bureau Chief in an editorial hub.
The Successful Candidate Will Have
Outstanding writing skills for print and web. A demonstrated ability in covering breaking news in an online environment, as well as a full range of familiarity and talent in providing community news and events coverage. Excellent skills in driving website traffic and audience engagement through superior multimedia news content generation, including SEO and UGC strategies. Advanced knowledge of photography, and video shooting and editing. The ability to adhere to deadlines and take direction while contributing original story ideas. Knowledge of iMovie and Canadian Press style.
The successful candidate must be able to multitask and execute in a complex digital and print publishing environment.
Applicants must hold formal journalism degrees or diplomas, and broadcast training and experience are distinct assets.
A valid driver’s licence, reliable vehicle and a smartphone are mandatory. Candidates must be able to legally work in Canada.
The starting rate for this position is $23.87/hour.
Black Press Media is a leading North American local news champion with operations across British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Washington State, Alaska, and Hawaii. Over 1,500 talented employees work with us to deliver unique community news and information across a full suite of traditional media channels and digital platforms. We value diverse viewpoints, new ways of thinking and a collaborative approach to delivering results.
Please Forward Your Cover Letter And Resume To
Nicole Koran, General Manager, Kootenay Division
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Nelson Star Temporary Multimedia Journalist jobs in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
About Black Press Media
The largest independent media company in North America with highly engaged media platforms in British Columbia, Central Alberta, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.
Black Press Media is a division of Carpenter Media Group.
In addition to Canadian operations BPM extends its publishing operations in Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi, Texas, Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii.
British Columbia, Canada is comprised of four major geographic regions, BC North, BC South, Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland, Black Press Media serves small communities like Barriere and Sooke, as well as British Columbia's major urban centres, Victoria and Surrey. Its media operations are widely read in some of the fastest-growing communities in Canada, like Kelowna, Nanaimo and Abbotsford.
Black Press Media is home to some of the oldest, most trusted local media in Western Canada, like the Chilliwack Progress, founded in 1891, and the Ashcroft Journal, which first published in 1895. Market by market these are the leading newspapers and news websites in their respective communities.
Black Press Media’s suburban and urban print and online operations provide audiences with a superior blend of localized news coverage that is recognized with numerous editorial awards every year. BPM invests in relevant, high quality journalism that affects the lives of readers and the communities served. This commitment is complemented by award winning photography and advanced marketing. Black Press Media Community and Daily Newspapers are all the places that you want to be.