The Canadian Press
201 - 500 employees
We're Canada's independent national news agency, delivering news about Canadians to Canadians, 24/7/365. From breaking regional, national and international stories to the biggest events in politics, sports, business, entertainment and lifestyle.We license news content in text, photos, graphics, audio and video in English and French across topics as large as business, politics, sports and entertainment and as niche as marijuana and automotive news.We provide content production services to brands looking to create unique, branded multimedia stories specific to their audience, style, topics and tone for their exclusive use.PARTNERSWe’re the exclusive distributor of the Associated Press's world news in Canada. We partner with industry leaders who have content, technology and services that offer unique solutions to help the types of users and customers we both serve - STATS, GlobeNewswire, Pugpig, NewsCred and Barchart.OTHER PRODUCTSDigital Content CurationWe provide editorial services to manage & curate content that enlightens, informs & inspires your web, mobile & social audiences.Media Monitoring via Command NewsOur powerful forecasting tool provides real-time breaking news alerts to help you see tomorrow’s news today.Press Release DistributionIn an exclusive partnership with GlobeNewswire, we deliver your news releases directly via CP Wire Network into newsroom editorial systems and to the desktops of journalists at almost 700 media outlets across CanadaStylebook A writing & editing style guide that sets industry standards for journalists across Canada, available in print and online edition.Editorial Production ServicesWe provide editing services, page design, layout and video post-production services to help meet your needsReal-time DataIn partnership with The Associated Press, STATS Inc. & Barchart, we provide the fastest, most reliable election results, sports stats and financial data to engage voters, fans or investors.
Reporter-Editor, Part-time
🕒 May 22
🗣️🇫🇷 French Required
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The Canadian Press
201 - 500 employees
We're Canada's independent national news agency, delivering news about Canadians to Canadians, 24/7/365. From breaking regional, national and international stories to the biggest events in politics, sports, business, entertainment and lifestyle.We license news content in text, photos, graphics, audio and video in English and French across topics as large as business, politics, sports and entertainment and as niche as marijuana and automotive news.We provide content production services to brands looking to create unique, branded multimedia stories specific to their audience, style, topics and tone for their exclusive use.PARTNERSWe’re the exclusive distributor of the Associated Press's world news in Canada. We partner with industry leaders who have content, technology and services that offer unique solutions to help the types of users and customers we both serve - STATS, GlobeNewswire, Pugpig, NewsCred and Barchart.OTHER PRODUCTSDigital Content CurationWe provide editorial services to manage & curate content that enlightens, informs & inspires your web, mobile & social audiences.Media Monitoring via Command NewsOur powerful forecasting tool provides real-time breaking news alerts to help you see tomorrow’s news today.Press Release DistributionIn an exclusive partnership with GlobeNewswire, we deliver your news releases directly via CP Wire Network into newsroom editorial systems and to the desktops of journalists at almost 700 media outlets across CanadaStylebook A writing & editing style guide that sets industry standards for journalists across Canada, available in print and online edition.Editorial Production ServicesWe provide editing services, page design, layout and video post-production services to help meet your needsReal-time DataIn partnership with The Associated Press, STATS Inc. & Barchart, we provide the fastest, most reliable election results, sports stats and financial data to engage voters, fans or investors.
📋 Description
• Monitor social media and other sources to identify dubious claims that are relevant to Canadians and could expose people to harm. • Rigorously research claims to produce checks that clearly lay out the evidence for the facts and document primary sources. • Write fact checks that are concise and transparent, with an emphasis on fairness and accuracy. • Work independently but also pitch in to help the team when needed. • Keep track of new techniques and technology to aid in fact check reporting. • Work with editors and other team members to evaluate what's working and to explore ways to improve CP Fact Checks.
🎯 Requirements
• Experience working with real-time news in a digital newsroom • Strong journalistic judgment • Excellent writing skills • Advanced research skills, including tracking digital footprints • Ability to write and edit copy to CP Stylebook standards • Ability to work under tight deadlines • Attention to detail and ability to organize time and work effectively • Familiarity with major social media platforms • Experience with fact-checking tools is an asset • Bilingualism is an asset
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