Full-Time Copy Editor – Metroland Media – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $55486.87 – 64828.66 per year

Job date: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:03:50 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionMetroland Media Group Ltd is a dynamic Media Company delivering vital business and community information to millions of readers across Ontario each week through in-print, online, trade shows and distribution product offerings. We also work with businesses to develop tailored multi-channel marketing strategies that reaches local customers. Visit for more information. Metroland Media is a progressive media organization with a long and distinguished history. Our businesses include six regional daily publications and more than 20 news sites in Ontario.Our Commitment To Diversity
We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community framed around fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference. And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success.Job DescriptionMetroland Media is seeking a full-time copy editor to join its fully remote Copy Editing Centre and edit copy for the company’s complete footprint of newspapers and news sites.Annual salary: $55,486.87 to $64,828.66.Key accountabilities

  • Rewriting and editing a broad range of content, including photo descriptions, breaking news, developing coverage, special investigations, features, utility content, etc.
  • Providing constructive feedback to content creators and improving the quality and clarity of copy written for print and web.
  • Editing copy for style, language usage, flow and logical presentation of information.
  • Demonstrating cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Upholding and contributing to Metroland editorial’s best practices.
  • Understanding and flagging libel and defamation.
  • Maintaining and updating tracking documents.
  • Working on statutory holidays, early mornings, evenings and/or weekends as required.

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in journalism or a related field, including English or communications, or other relevant experience.
  • At least two years of recent experience in a digital news environment.
  • Proficient with content management systems and SEO best practices.
  • Superb news judgment and a sharp eye for detail.
  • Deep knowledge of Canadian Press Style. Knowledge of Torstar style is an asset.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to adhere to a common standard.
  • An engaged consumer of news with a passion for words and strong rewriting abilities.
  • A stickler for grammar, sentence structure, spelling and punctuation.
  • Proven ability to work quickly and decisively in a deadline-driven news environment.
  • Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Note: Candidates will be subject to skills and knowledge testing.Additional InformationAODA
Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

Metroland Media Group Ltd is a media company in Ontario that provides vital business and community information through various platforms. They are committed to diversity and are seeking a full-time copy editor to join their team. The editor will be responsible for editing a range of content, providing feedback, and upholding editorial best practices. The ideal candidate will have a degree or diploma in journalism, experience in a digital news environment, and proficiency in content management systems and SEO. Candidates will be subject to skills and knowledge testing. The company is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process for all candidates, including persons with disabilities.

Part-Time Copy Editor – Metroland Media – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $30.49 – 35.62 per hour

Job date: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:06:48 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionMetroland Media Group Ltd is a dynamic Media Company delivering vital business and community information to millions of readers across Ontario each week through in-print, online, trade shows and distribution product offerings. We also work with businesses to develop tailored multi-channel marketing strategies that reaches local customers. Visit for more information. Metroland Media is a progressive media organization with a long and distinguished history. Our businesses include six regional daily publications and more than 20 news sites in Ontario.Our Commitment To Diversity
We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community framed around fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference. And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success.Job DescriptionMetroland Media is seeking a part-time copy editor to join its fully remote Copy Editing Centre and edit copy for the company’s complete footprint of newspapers and news sites.Hourly rate: $30.49 to $35.62.Key accountabilities

  • Rewriting and editing a broad range of content, including photo descriptions, breaking news, developing coverage, special investigations, features, utility content, etc.
  • Providing constructive feedback to content creators and improving the quality and clarity of copy written for print and web.
  • Editing copy for style, language usage, flow and logical presentation of information.
  • Demonstrating cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Upholding and contributing to Metroland editorial’s best practices.
  • Understanding and flagging libel and defamation.
  • Maintaining and updating tracking documents.
  • Working on statutory holidays, early mornings, evenings and/or weekends as required.
  • Must be able to work up to 28 hours per week.

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in journalism or a related field, including English or communications, or other relevant experience.
  • At least two years of recent experience in a digital news environment.
  • Proficient with content management systems and SEO best practices.
  • Superb news judgment and a sharp eye for detail.
  • Deep knowledge of Canadian Press Style. Knowledge of Torstar style is an asset.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to adhere to a common standard.
  • An engaged consumer of news with a passion for words and strong rewriting abilities.
  • A stickler for grammar, sentence structure, spelling and punctuation.
  • Proven ability to work quickly and decisively in a deadline-driven news environment.
  • Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Note: Candidates will be subject to skills and knowledge testing.Additional InformationAODA
Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

Metroland Media Group Ltd is a dynamic media company in Ontario that delivers vital business and community information through various platforms. They are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive workplace. They are currently seeking a part-time copy editor to join their remote Copy Editing Centre. The ideal candidate should have a degree or diploma in journalism, experience in a digital news environment, and proficiency in content management systems and SEO best practices. The position involves editing a range of content, providing feedback, and maintaining editorial standards. Candidates will be subject to skills and knowledge testing. The company is committed to providing accommodation for candidates with disabilities during the recruitment process.

Full-Time Copy Editor – Metroland Media – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $55486.87 – 64828.66 per year

Job date: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 23:33:55 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionMetroland Media Group Ltd is a dynamic Media Company delivering vital business and community information to millions of readers across Ontario each week through in-print, online, trade shows and distribution product offerings. We also work with businesses to develop tailored multi-channel marketing strategies that reaches local customers. Visit for more information. Metroland Media is a progressive media organization with a long and distinguished history. Our businesses include six regional daily publications and more than 20 news sites in Ontario.Our Commitment To Diversity
We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community framed around fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference. And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success.Job DescriptionMetroland Media is seeking a full-time copy editor to join its fully remote Copy Editing Centre and edit copy for the company’s complete footprint of newspapers and news sites.Annual salary: $55,486.87 to $64,828.66.Key accountabilities

  • Rewriting and editing a broad range of content, including photo descriptions, breaking news, developing coverage, special investigations, features, utility content, etc.
  • Providing constructive feedback to content creators and improving the quality and clarity of copy written for print and web.
  • Editing copy for style, language usage, flow and logical presentation of information.
  • Demonstrating cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Upholding and contributing to Metroland editorial’s best practices.
  • Understanding and flagging libel and defamation.
  • Maintaining and updating tracking documents.
  • Working on statutory holidays, early mornings, evenings and/or weekends as required.

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in journalism or a related field, including English or communications, or other relevant experience.
  • At least two years of recent experience in a digital news environment.
  • Proficient with content management systems and SEO best practices.
  • Superb news judgment and a sharp eye for detail.
  • Deep knowledge of Canadian Press Style. Knowledge of Torstar style is an asset.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to adhere to a common standard.
  • An engaged consumer of news with a passion for words and strong rewriting abilities.
  • A stickler for grammar, sentence structure, spelling and punctuation.
  • Proven ability to work quickly and decisively in a deadline-driven news environment.
  • Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Note: Candidates will be subject to skills and knowledge testing.Additional InformationAODA
Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

Metroland Media Group is a media company in Ontario that delivers business and community information through various platforms. They are committed to diversity and inclusivity in their workplace. They are currently seeking a full-time copy editor to join their team, with specific responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The company is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities.

Part-Time Copy Editor – Metroland Media – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $30.49 – 35.62 per hour

Job date: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 07:13:50 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionMetroland Media Group Ltd is a dynamic Media Company delivering vital business and community information to millions of readers across Ontario each week through in-print, online, trade shows and distribution product offerings. We also work with businesses to develop tailored multi-channel marketing strategies that reaches local customers. Visit for more information. Metroland Media is a progressive media organization with a long and distinguished history. Our businesses include six regional daily publications and more than 20 news sites in Ontario.Our Commitment To Diversity
We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community framed around fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference. And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success.Job DescriptionMetroland Media is seeking a part-time copy editor to join its fully remote Copy Editing Centre and edit copy for the company’s complete footprint of newspapers and news sites.Hourly rate: $30.49 to $35.62.Key accountabilities

  • Rewriting and editing a broad range of content, including photo descriptions, breaking news, developing coverage, special investigations, features, utility content, etc.
  • Providing constructive feedback to content creators and improving the quality and clarity of copy written for print and web.
  • Editing copy for style, language usage, flow and logical presentation of information.
  • Demonstrating cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Upholding and contributing to Metroland editorial’s best practices.
  • Understanding and flagging libel and defamation.
  • Maintaining and updating tracking documents.
  • Working on statutory holidays, early mornings, evenings and/or weekends as required.
  • Must be able to work up to 28 hours per week.

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in journalism or a related field, including English or communications, or other relevant experience.
  • At least two years of recent experience in a digital news environment.
  • Proficient with content management systems and SEO best practices.
  • Superb news judgment and a sharp eye for detail.
  • Deep knowledge of Canadian Press Style. Knowledge of Torstar style is an asset.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to adhere to a common standard.
  • An engaged consumer of news with a passion for words and strong rewriting abilities.
  • A stickler for grammar, sentence structure, spelling and punctuation.
  • Proven ability to work quickly and decisively in a deadline-driven news environment.
  • Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Note: Candidates will be subject to skills and knowledge testing.Additional InformationAODA
Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

Metroland Media Group Ltd is a media company in Ontario that delivers business and community information through various platforms. They are committed to diversity in their workplace and are seeking a part-time copy editor to join their team. The job includes editing a variety of content, providing feedback, and maintaining editorial standards. Qualifications include a degree in journalism or related field, experience in a digital news environment, and strong editing skills. The company is committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates, including those with disabilities.

Labour and Employee Relations Manager – Metroland Media – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:09:28 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionTorstar Corporation is a progressive media organization with a long, proud history in newspapers and a passion for capitalizing on the fluid world of digital and mobile media. Torstar’s vision for success is driven by a deep customer-centric obsession, continued journalistic excellence, advanced data-driven competency and a culture that is selfless, focused, agile, collaborative and results driven. Torstar Corporation owns Toronto Star Newspapers Limited and Metroland Media Group Ltd.

  • Metroland Media Group Ltd is a dynamic Media Company delivering vital business and community information to millions of readers across Ontario each week through in-print, online, trade shows and distribution product offerings. We also work with businesses to develop tailored multi-channel marketing strategies that reaches local customers. Visit

for more information.

  • The Toronto Star was founded in 1892 and has long been Canada’s largest daily newspaper. Now a multi-platform news organization, the Star publishes a newspaper seven days a week in the Greater Toronto Area and publishes ongoing news and information to a global audience on thestar.com and mobile applications.

Our Commitment to Diversity
We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community framed around fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference. And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success.Job DescriptionReporting to Vice President, People and Culture, the Labour and Employee Relations Manager is responsible for developing a labour management environment that establishes a trust based and collaborative relationship with the unions that enhances Torstar’s ability to drive innovation and improvement in organizational performance. The incumbent will facilitate and support implementation of labour and employee relations’ strategies by providing expertise to assigned leadership teams to translate their business objectives into strategic talent plans to resolve complex HR challenges. The initial client assignment will be Editorial teams across the Torstar publications. As required, the incumbent will provide team leadership guidance to peers to support growth and development. This is a hybrid role with the corporate office located at 8 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON.Key Responsibility Areas

  • Provide proactive and strategic advice and counsel to leadership teams on various of employee issues, including but not limited to managing performance and productivity issues, high absenteeism, and disability management
  • Conduct strategic analysis of absenteeism trends, recommend education or mitigation strategies, facilitate and manage disability claims process including supporting employee return to work plans and accommodation arrangements
  • Provide expertise on issues related to the interpretation and management of collective agreements, grievances, arbitrations, and general labour relations.
  • Manage and coordinate Labour Management Committee meetings, and ensure timely follow up of agreed to action items
  • Lead assigned employee investigations as required
  • Educate client groups to ensure they have a good understanding of the collective agreement through informal discussions and formal seminars
  • Prepare mandate, draft provisions and be the advisor and/or first chair in the collective bargaining agreement negotiations
  • Coach senior leaders and managers to improve/enhance their leadership effectiveness and provide counsel and continuous feedback to drive a high performing culture.
  • Partner with HR colleagues to implement proactive employee engagement strategies, programs, and plans to drive business results and employee value proposition.
  • Manage the talent review process and partner with leaders to create measurable action plans to develop and grow talent.
  • Strengthen the organizational capabilities by challenging the status quo to achieve a high performing HR function
  • Represent Torstar both internally and externally, role model organizational values, and foster collaborative and accountable relationships.
  • Identify cross-functional challenges and opportunities and ensure effective and successful value-added solutions that maximize outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business or equivalent
  • 8+ years of progressive HR/Business Partner experience within a unionized environment
  • A record of success leading the labour relations function across multi-union environment
  • Having strong analytical, critical thinking and results oriented skills and abilities is a must
  • Demonstrates exceptional business acumen and ability to influence stakeholders
  • Impressive communication and collaborative skills to lead initiatives
  • Has the leadership courage to try new ideas, make tough decisions, and address key opportunities
  • Embraces change with the ability to adapt quickly to evolving dynamics and thrives in ambiguity and an entrepreneurial environment
  • Comfortable working on both the strategic level and hands-on level
  • Experience providing guidance, support and team leadership to peers is considered an asset

Additional InformationAODA
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

Torstar Corporation is a media organization that focuses on newspapers as well as digital and mobile media. They own Toronto Star Newspapers Limited and Metroland Media Group Ltd. The organization values customer-centric obsession, journalistic excellence, data-driven competency, and a collaborative culture. The Labor and Employee Relations Manager is responsible for developing relationships with unions, advising on employee issues, managing performance, and supporting employee engagement strategies. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree and 8+ years of HR/Business Partner experience in a unionized environment. The organization is committed to an inclusive recruitment process for all candidates, including persons with disabilities.

Reporter – Crime, Courts and Justice – Metroland Media – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $37475.37 – 56267.17 per year

Job date: Sat, 26 Oct 2024 22:57:49 GMT

Job description: , providing local news and multi-media marketing solutions in Canada’s heartland. Metroland’s diverse array of online products… to market in order to provide our customers with a one-stop, comprehensive marketing solution. To connect with us, visit www…

Payroll and HR Administrator – Metroland Media – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 05:23:16 GMT

Job description: , provides local news and multi-media marketing solutions in Canada’s heartland. Metroland’s diverse array of online products…, comprehensive marketing solution. To connect with us, visit Our Commitment to Diversity We strive to be a leader in building…

Email Marketing Coordinator – Metroland Media – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $45000 – 55000 per year

Job date: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 01:27:48 GMT

Job description: . We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success. Job Description As an Email Marketing…: $45,000 – $55,000 Qualifications Minimum 1-3 years email marketing or related experience University or college degree in marketing or related…

Metroland Media – Toronto Star Radio Room Internship (Sept. 2024-April2025) – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $19.86 per hour

Job date: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 01:42:31 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionTorstar Corporation is a progressive media organization with a long, proud history in newspapers and a passion for capitalizing on the fluid world of digital and mobile media. Torstar’s vision for success is driven by a deep customer-centric obsession, continued journalistic excellence, advanced data-driven competency and a culture that is selfless, focused, agile, collaborative and results driven. The successful candidate will be a champion of those priorities while keeping the customer at the heart of all of the creative work that they will be doing.Our Commitment To Diversity
We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community framed around fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference. And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success.Job DescriptionThe Toronto Star is looking for new journalists for our Radio Room internship. We hire current post-secondary students to staff our radio room.Interns work with full-time staff in a challenging but supportive environment. All Star internships are paid, contract positions.We cannot accommodate volunteers, short-term placements or co-op students.The Radio RoomRadio Room reporters make regular checks with police, fire, and paramedics and monitor social media and other sources for breaking news. They provide quick tips to the newsroom and sometimes do original reporting for all the Star’s platforms.The work environment is often hectic, so successful candidates must be calm, well-organized and able to juggle several tasks at once. Radio Roomers must be able to persuade sometimes reluctant officials to talk and be prepared to interview victims and family members touched by crime or accidents. Experience in a daily news environment is a strong asset.The Radio Room is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week by post-secondary students working eight-hour shifts. Several students are hired in late summer to work part-time during the school year; a second group of students is hired to work through the summer months.A full, unrestricted Ontario driver’s licence is NOT required for this position.QualificationsWhat we look forEnthusiastic, talented, curious and intelligent journalists with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a passion for journalism who bring energy, ideas and new perspectives. Strong reporting and writing skills and the ability to work quickly and accurately are requirements. If you are fluent in a language other than English, please include that information.Application requirements

  • Cover letter. Please state the position you are applying for at the top of the page in bold type. Include email, snail mail address and phone number. Make sure your contact details are on the first page.
  • Resume
  • Some examples of your reporting

Application should demonstrate

  • A range of reporting, with a strong component of news coverage
  • Proven ability to report thoroughly, write well, synthesize and organize information
  • Reporting experience outside school assignments and a demonstrated commitment to journalism as a career
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Life experience that contributes to your development/ability as a journalist

This role is represented by Unifor Local 87-M.Salary – $19.86/hourlyAdditional InformationAODA
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

Metroland Media – Toronto Star Radio Room Internship (Sept. 2024-April 2025) – Toronto, ON

Company: Metroland Media

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $19.86 per hour

Job date: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 06:46:45 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionTorstar Corporation is a progressive media organization with a long, proud history in newspapers and a passion for capitalizing on the fluid world of digital and mobile media. Torstar’s vision for success is driven by a deep customer-centric obsession, continued journalistic excellence, advanced data-driven competency and a culture that is selfless, focused, agile, collaborative and results driven. The successful candidate will be a champion of those priorities while keeping the customer at the heart of all of the creative work that they will be doing.Our Commitment To Diversity
We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community framed around fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference. And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that allows individual growth and shared success.Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Toronto Star is looking for new journalists for our Radio Room internship. We hire current post-secondary students to staff our radio room.Interns work with full-time staff in a challenging but supportive environment. All Star internships are paid, contract positions.We cannot accommodate volunteers, short-term placements or co-op students.The Radio RoomRadio Room reporters make regular checks with police, fire, and paramedics and monitor social media and other sources for breaking news. They provide quick tips to the newsroom and sometimes do original reporting for all the Star’s platforms.The work environment is often hectic, so successful candidates must be calm, well-organized and able to juggle several tasks at once. Radio Roomers must be able to persuade sometimes reluctant officials to talk and be prepared to interview victims and family members touched by crime or accidents. Experience in a daily news environment is a strong asset.The Radio Room is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week by post-secondary students working eight-hour shifts. Several students are hired in late summer to work part-time during the school year; a second group of students is hired to work through the summer months.A full, unrestricted Ontario driver’s licence is NOT required for this position.QualificationsWhat we look forEnthusiastic, talented, curious and intelligent journalists with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a passion for journalism who bring energy, ideas and new perspectives. Strong reporting and writing skills and the ability to work quickly and accurately are requirements. If you are fluent in a language other than English, please include that information.Application requirements

  • Cover letter. Please state the position you are applying for at the top of the page in bold type. Include email, snail mail address and phone number. Make sure your contact details are on the first page.
  • Resume
  • Some examples of your reporting

Application should demonstrate

  • A range of reporting, with a strong component of news coverage
  • Proven ability to report thoroughly, write well, synthesize and organize information
  • Reporting experience outside school assignments and a demonstrated commitment to journalism as a career
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Life experience that contributes to your development/ability as a journalist

This role is represented by Unifor Local 87-M.Salary – $19.86/hourlyAdditional InformationAODA
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.