Digital Journalist

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 Calgary..
• Participating in Global Edmonton 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: October 9, 2026