On Screen Manitoba

Reporter Correspondent (Winnipeg)

The Reporter Correspondent structures, researches, write, develops and reports stories/ ideas for APTN News
and Current Affairs for multi platform use, and adheres to the highest journalistic standards, procedures and
practices for APTN News and Current Affairs productions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiates, identifies, researches and submits/pitches story ideas on a daily basis;
• Structures, researches, writes and develops approved pitches or assigned stories for multi platform use;
• Evaluates leads / tips, interviews sources, etc, and assesses newsworthiness for APTN specific viewers / audiences;
• Prepares full-pack stories and scripts, including / recommending visuals, graphics, etc. based on all sources research, and submits scripts for approval;
• Represents APTN by serving as the face viewers recognize, presents news and current affairs stories, and as a representative, seeks to maintain the excellent reputation of APTN at all times;
• Creates rough edit of stories, and works with the team to finalize item(s);
• May be responsible for overseeing assignment location and content;
• Participates in training and internship programs as appropriate;
• Organizes travel and equipment logistics as required;
• Monitors national and local news and events for relevancy and stays informed on current and emerging issues;
• May be asked to represent APTN on-air and/or in public forums;
• May also be responsible for other activities such as office administration, including petty cash, vehicle logs, reception, tours, supplies, and general workplace safety.
• Assists other team members and carries out other duties as needed and assigned;
• Develops and maintains sources and contacts for News gathering purpose.
• Remains aware of all National issues relevant to Aboriginal communities;

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Journalism or related field, and three years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Knowledge of Internet, software, E-mail and television broadcast technology is required;
• Ability to articulate and effectively communicate issues relevant to Aboriginal communities;
• Travel may be required with very short notice and may require overnight stays / extended hours as assigned;
• Valid driver’s license with abstract.

As this position is part of a bargaining unit, the successful candidate will operate under the collective
agreement with the Canadian Media Guild

Please submit your resume quoting Competition 11/12-26 by 3:00 p.m. (CST), Monday, July 30, 2012 to:
Human Resources
Aboriginal Peoples Television Network
339 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2C3
Fax: 204-943-2368 E-mail: careers@aptn.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. As an Aboriginal
employer we encourage First Nations, Inuit and Métis applicants to apply.