Digital Journalist - Global News Edmonton (Full-Time)
About the role
At Corus Entertainment, we’re shaping the future of media in Canada—home to the country’s biggest hits, most trusted news, and greatest value. Our mission is simple: to create engaging content, connect with audiences wherever they are, and drive meaningful growth. Guided by our values—Think Boldly, Make a Positive Impact, Win as a Team, and Own the Outcome—we bring creativity and collaboration to everything we do. If you’re ready to make an impact, there’s a place for you at Corus.
Division: Global Edmonton - News Gathering
Work Status: Full-Time Location: Edmonton, AB (On-site) About the Role: Global Edmonton's News Department is currently seeking two permanent full-time Digital Journalist's to join their team. Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be required to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, days, and evenings along with permanent weekends in a role that includes producing, editing, reporting, shooting video and writing content for online and television. This is a Group H position in accordance with the current collective agreement.
You will contribute by
The following is a paraphrase of the primary functions, but does not outline all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to this position: Write news content for a variety of newscasts. Line up a compelling and dynamic show each day, creating the best content for both live and server-based newscasts. Produce local news content from video gathered in the field along with affiliate, national and international content. Display creativity in the use of production graphics and other visual elements. Communicate breaking news and coordinate with local radio newsroom, resources desk, national news desk, online and Edmonton newsroom. Control room experience is an asset with preference given to candidates with two years or more. Research and develop original and enterprising stories and guest ideas. Report, shoot, write and edit stories for multiple daily newscasts and for globalnews.ca. Meet multiple daily deadlines to write, post, promote, update and curate local, regional, and national content on globalnews.ca. Report on location and in studio as required. Participate in assignment meetings. Be a strong advocate, model and mentor for digital journalism and a video-first workflow. Work closely with staff based in Lethbridge and Edmonton. Participating in Global Calgary promotional and community initiatives. Perform other duties as required.
Skills and experience you will bring
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Degree/diploma in journalism from a recognized post-secondary institution. At least two years’ experience as a television news producer and/or editor and demonstrated understanding of innovative production techniques. Minimum one years of reporting experience with proven on-air presentation, including live remotes and unscripted material. Experience as an anchor in a major market is considered an asset. Proven shooting and editing experience are required. Adept writer for broadcast and online with great online and traditional story research skills An innovator with confidence in making editorial decisions. This position requires someone who is comfortable working both independently and cooperatively in a team environment, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with Canadian Press Style and experience publishing in WordPress are assets. Willing and able to adapt to rapidly changing technology and workflows. Valid driver's license with a clear driver’s abstract. Organized and able to make quick and effective decisions under pressure.
Application Deadline: July 27, 2026
Every day, we work hard to become an even more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that supports the well-being of our people and makes a positive difference in our communities. Want to learn more? Have a look at our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and Sustainability Report for more information on our approach to People, Planet and Responsibility. We want our workforce to reflect the full diversity of communities across Canada. We are committed to providing an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities. Please let your recruiter or the hiring manager know if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or email us in confidence at accessibility@corusent.com.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this opportunity, click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this page to submit your application.
Current Corus Employees
You must log into your Dayforce account under ‘Search Jobs’ to apply internally. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Not the right fit? Search for Digital Journalist jobs in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
About Corus Entertainment
Corus is Canada’s leading pure play media and content company, developing and delivering high-quality content and brands across platforms for audiences around the world. Engaging audiences since 1999, the company’s portfolio of multimedia offerings encompass 35 specialty television services, 39 radio stations, 15 conventional television stations, a suite of digital assets, animation software, technology and media services.
Corus’ roster of premium brands includes Global Television, W Network, HGTV Canada, Food Network Canada, HISTORY®, Showcase, Adult Swim, National Geographic, Disney Channel Canada, YTV, Global News, Globalnews.ca, Q107, Country 105, and CFOX.
Corus is an established creator of globally distributed content through Nelvana animation studio, Corus Studios, and children’s book publishing house Kids Can Press.
Nelvana is a world-leading international producer and distributor of children’s animated and live-action content with a stable of globally renowned brands that focus on comedies, preschool and boys action series and ancillary consumer products programs.
Established in 2015, Corus Studios is a premium content studio that develops, produces and distributes a wide array of original lifestyle, unscripted and factual content globally.
Toon Boom Animation’s award-winning software is the global standard for 2D animation and storyboarding providing the artistic freedom to create in any style and efficiently publish anywhere.
Kids Can Press is the largest Canadian-owned children’s publisher with a catalog of over 700 picture books, nonfiction and fiction titles for children and young adults.
Corus also owns innovative full-service social digital agency so.da, and in 2019, extended its reach to millennials through new and ongoing partnerships with Complex and Twitter, expansion into short-form content with so.da originals and the acquisition of Kin.
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Digital Journalist - Global News Edmonton (Full-Time)
About the role
At Corus Entertainment, we’re shaping the future of media in Canada—home to the country’s biggest hits, most trusted news, and greatest value. Our mission is simple: to create engaging content, connect with audiences wherever they are, and drive meaningful growth. Guided by our values—Think Boldly, Make a Positive Impact, Win as a Team, and Own the Outcome—we bring creativity and collaboration to everything we do. If you’re ready to make an impact, there’s a place for you at Corus.
Division: Global Edmonton - News Gathering
Work Status: Full-Time Location: Edmonton, AB (On-site) About the Role: Global Edmonton's News Department is currently seeking two permanent full-time Digital Journalist's to join their team. Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be required to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, days, and evenings along with permanent weekends in a role that includes producing, editing, reporting, shooting video and writing content for online and television. This is a Group H position in accordance with the current collective agreement.
You will contribute by
The following is a paraphrase of the primary functions, but does not outline all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to this position: Write news content for a variety of newscasts. Line up a compelling and dynamic show each day, creating the best content for both live and server-based newscasts. Produce local news content from video gathered in the field along with affiliate, national and international content. Display creativity in the use of production graphics and other visual elements. Communicate breaking news and coordinate with local radio newsroom, resources desk, national news desk, online and Edmonton newsroom. Control room experience is an asset with preference given to candidates with two years or more. Research and develop original and enterprising stories and guest ideas. Report, shoot, write and edit stories for multiple daily newscasts and for globalnews.ca. Meet multiple daily deadlines to write, post, promote, update and curate local, regional, and national content on globalnews.ca. Report on location and in studio as required. Participate in assignment meetings. Be a strong advocate, model and mentor for digital journalism and a video-first workflow. Work closely with staff based in Lethbridge and Edmonton. Participating in Global Calgary promotional and community initiatives. Perform other duties as required.
Skills and experience you will bring
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Degree/diploma in journalism from a recognized post-secondary institution. At least two years’ experience as a television news producer and/or editor and demonstrated understanding of innovative production techniques. Minimum one years of reporting experience with proven on-air presentation, including live remotes and unscripted material. Experience as an anchor in a major market is considered an asset. Proven shooting and editing experience are required. Adept writer for broadcast and online with great online and traditional story research skills An innovator with confidence in making editorial decisions. This position requires someone who is comfortable working both independently and cooperatively in a team environment, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with Canadian Press Style and experience publishing in WordPress are assets. Willing and able to adapt to rapidly changing technology and workflows. Valid driver's license with a clear driver’s abstract. Organized and able to make quick and effective decisions under pressure.
Application Deadline: July 27, 2026
Every day, we work hard to become an even more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that supports the well-being of our people and makes a positive difference in our communities. Want to learn more? Have a look at our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and Sustainability Report for more information on our approach to People, Planet and Responsibility. We want our workforce to reflect the full diversity of communities across Canada. We are committed to providing an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities. Please let your recruiter or the hiring manager know if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or email us in confidence at accessibility@corusent.com.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this opportunity, click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this page to submit your application.
Current Corus Employees
You must log into your Dayforce account under ‘Search Jobs’ to apply internally. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Not the right fit? Search for Digital Journalist jobs in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
About Corus Entertainment
Corus is Canada’s leading pure play media and content company, developing and delivering high-quality content and brands across platforms for audiences around the world. Engaging audiences since 1999, the company’s portfolio of multimedia offerings encompass 35 specialty television services, 39 radio stations, 15 conventional television stations, a suite of digital assets, animation software, technology and media services.
Corus’ roster of premium brands includes Global Television, W Network, HGTV Canada, Food Network Canada, HISTORY®, Showcase, Adult Swim, National Geographic, Disney Channel Canada, YTV, Global News, Globalnews.ca, Q107, Country 105, and CFOX.
Corus is an established creator of globally distributed content through Nelvana animation studio, Corus Studios, and children’s book publishing house Kids Can Press.
Nelvana is a world-leading international producer and distributor of children’s animated and live-action content with a stable of globally renowned brands that focus on comedies, preschool and boys action series and ancillary consumer products programs.
Established in 2015, Corus Studios is a premium content studio that develops, produces and distributes a wide array of original lifestyle, unscripted and factual content globally.
Toon Boom Animation’s award-winning software is the global standard for 2D animation and storyboarding providing the artistic freedom to create in any style and efficiently publish anywhere.
Kids Can Press is the largest Canadian-owned children’s publisher with a catalog of over 700 picture books, nonfiction and fiction titles for children and young adults.
Corus also owns innovative full-service social digital agency so.da, and in 2019, extended its reach to millennials through new and ongoing partnerships with Complex and Twitter, expansion into short-form content with so.da originals and the acquisition of Kin.