Host, assigned to Winschgaoug (CBC North) (English Services) at Radio-Canada

Position Title

Host, assigned to Winschgaoug (CBC North) (English Services)

Status Of Employment

Contractee Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement

English

Language Skills

English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At 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

2025-12-12 11:59 PM

A Cree version of the job description is available. Please request the PDF from our team by emailing [email protected].

Your role

CBC North - Québec is seeking candidates for the position of Host for our Cree Language radio program Winschgaoug, based in Montréal.

We are looking for individuals who are interested in local, regional and national events affecting people who live in Northern Quebec Cree communities. As a Host, you will be responsible for planning, writing, and announcing daily radio programs in Cree, broadcast in Northern Quebec.

The successful candidate will work from 7am to 3pm Monday - Friday and should be prepared to travel to Cree communities and work on a flexible schedule as needed for special projects.

Tasks

• Stay abreast of news events in the areas covered by the program and maintain ties with different sources.
• Do the research necessary for interviews and other program activities.
• Write or adapt introductory program scripts and, as needed, program promos.
• During production meetings, participate in choosing program content and determining program planning.
• Host programs (read prepared scripts, improvise, and ensure a smooth link between the various program segments).
• Carry out taped or live interviews. Perform basic editing tasks for radio.
• Converse with program collaborators on air. Host debates and phone-in shows.
• Prepare, write and present theme capsules (weather, cultural and community calendar, sports, etc.).
• Participate in other programs. Serve as a narrator. Occasionally host special programs.
• Present and read news headlines and bulletins.
• Tape promos or read them live.
• Provide live commentary of special events such as parades and sports and music events.
• Research and choose music as needed.
• Take part in public relations activities on behalf of CBC.
• Perform the duties of commentator-interviewer as needed.
• Carry out all other related tasks as needed.
• Simultaneous Translation scripts and other documents from English to Cree.
  
  

Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of on-air experience or the equivalent.
• Very good knowledge of the Cree language is required.
• Extensive general knowledge.
• Excellent knowledge of current affairs.
• Good grasp of interview techniques.
  
  

Skills

• Excellent diction and delivery.
• On-air presence and ease.
• Able to pronounce foreign names and words.
• Able to analyze, synthesize and think critically.
• Able to discuss a topic clearly.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Leadership.
  
  

Shortlisted Candidates Will Be Tested As Follows

• Skills and knowledge testing.
• Interview.
  
  

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 next

step 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 Diversity and Inclusion section 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 [email protected].

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. 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:

1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2

Number Of Openings

1

Work Schedule

Full time