Coordinating Producer, Control Room, CTV Your Morning, Bell Media
City : Toronto, Ontario
Category : Media
Industry : Telecommunication Services
Employer : Bell
Req Id: 414626
At Bell, we do more than build world-class networks, develop innovative services and create original multiplatform media content - we advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world.
If you’re ready to bring game-changing ideas to life and join a community that values professional growth and employee wellness, we want you on the Bell team.
The Bell Media team creates and delivers the best Canadian and international content across our digital media, television, radio, and out-of-home advertising platforms. We’re looking for innovative team players ready to take some of the most well-known entertainment brands in the country to the next level.
Summary
Canada’s premier national morning show is looking for a dynamic team leader with live control room experience and a passion for news.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the morning team in taking our daily live three-hour morning show to air
- Oversee all writing, live segments and taped pieces before air to ensure consistency of the show’s brand and voice and an excellent standard of broadcasting
- Choose show headlines and daily news stories according to day’s news agenda
- Direct show hosts during the live broadcast to ensure an excellent performance and leading news coverage
- Keep on top of all local, national and international news
- Trouble shoot the live broadcast to ensure a smooth delivery of our program to our audience
- Adjust the show to reflect breaking news and developing stories
- Work with the producer/director to make sure the show is using the best video and audio to support the day’s top stories
- Ensure consistent coverage across all platforms (broadcast, social Media and digital)
- Manage team of news writers and production coordinators.
Critical Qualifications
- Proven experience taking a live news broadcast to air
- Strong editorial sensibility
- Strong news writing and script vetting experience.
- Proven experience leading a news team through breaking news coverage
- Willing to work early morning shift
- Exceptional communication skills – both oral and written
- Enthusiastic interest and knowledge of news, current affairs, pop culture and entertainment
- Strong editorial sensibility
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while maintaining focus and composure
- Proven ability to make fast, competent decisions under pressure and communicate those decisions clearly and effectively
- Enthusiastic interest and knowledge of news, current affairs and entertainment
- Understanding of social media
- Ability to lead and motivate staff and personally set a standard for excellence.
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Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status: Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Work Arrangement: Full-time in office (meaning that you will be required to perform your work on-site)
Application Deadline: 10/03/2023
For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
At Bell, we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate it. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email your recruiter directly or recruitment@bell.ca to make arrangements. If you have questions regarding accessible employment at Bell please email our Diversity & Inclusion Team at inclusion@bell.ca.
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