Claims Analyst II
Empower AI
Job Level
Senior
About the role
- Write web stories, both original and based on the work of others, including researching, reporting, interviewing, writing, fact checking and packaging
- Copy edit the work of multiple writers and producers, often based on broadcast or podcast audio, to a high standard based on established guidelines
- Conceive, pitch and develop online treatments in co-ordination with radio programs and other content creators
- Participate in the ongoing development and execution of department objectives
- Evaluate and give regular feedback and coaching on writing and presentation of digital content
- Write headlines; select images, links, related multimedia; design story layout; and collaborate on social media strategies to optimize audience reach and engagement
- Ensure proper copyright clearance of material used on all digital platforms, including social
- Effectively use our internal CMS and other digital publishing platforms
- Identify, develop and maintain contacts appropriate to the area of assignment, including at cbcnews.ca and other CBC verticals
- Turn audio content into compelling written stories, gather and produce material, and package and distribute content to grow reach and engagement
- Research, report and write longer, complex features, including data-based stories on science and health, sensitive human interest features and profiles
- Guide and mentor new writers and work collaboratively with experienced journalists
Requirements
- Five years of digital media experience, including daily writing assignments within a major digital news organization
- Superior writing, editorial, copy editing and digital packaging skills
- A university degree or equivalent
- Working knowledge of CBC’s Journalistic Standards and Practices
- Working knowledge of CBC’s Language Guide as well as Canadian Press style and CBC digital best practices
- Understanding of stats and analytics platforms (Adobe Analytics, Chartbeat and others) and ability to make editorial decisions informed by data
- Fluency with social media platforms, including YouTube and TikTok
- Ability to write in a clear, concise manner, and to adapt voice to each program’s criteria, tone and objectives
- Strong organizational skill with the ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to inspire and motivate others, coach and mentor writers
- Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns, processes and methods
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and under tight deadlines
- Knowledge of national affairs
- Knowledge of creative digital storytelling techniques
- An understanding of digital production and publishing tools
- Knowledge of production demands of network radio programs
- Proficient in leveraging visual storytelling tools and techniques
- Experience with internal CMS and other digital publishing platforms
- English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced)
- Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing
- Mandatory Criminal record check as part of background checks
