CHMA is excited to be offering a position for a local journalist. This paid, full-time position is made possible through funding provided by the Community Radio Fund of Canada and the Government of Canada’s Local Journalism Initiative, as well as our Monthly Sustainer program.
CHMA is a non-profit campus radio station based at Mount Allison University, serving listeners throughout Sackville, New Brunswick and the Greater Tantramar Region. Our mandate is to provide an alternative to private and public broadcasters and serve as a forum for diverse and under-represented voices. The station broadcasts 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is run by roughly 100 volunteers, a volunteer board of directors, and a small but dedicated staff of community members and students.
The applicant will work to generate daily news stories on issues and activities that arise from local institutions and governments within the North Cumberland and Westmorland counties, including issues relating to local governments and institutions, Indigenous groups, climate change, poverty and economic development as well as cultural activities such as art galleries, theatre groups, music festivals and other special interests groups.
This position will work with our Radiometres funded part-time journalists and Community Mentor/Editor to fill out our weekly news broadcasts on 106.9 FM as well as post to our website and email newsletter on chmafm.com.
The ideal candidate will be motivated, creative and organized — an enterprising journalist who needs little direction in researching, writing, editing and presenting local news stories. The successful candidate will have experience in broadcast journalism.
Qualifications
- Hold a university degree or college or technical diploma in Arts, Journalism, Communications, or Broadcasting (Radio or Television Arts) from an accredited educational institution, or an experience and work history equivalent;
- Have experience in broadcast and/or print journalism;
- Have a passion for journalism, research, storytelling, language and accurate reporting;
- Demonstrate expertise in original news-gathering, writing, editing for short-form and long-form reports;
- Possess strong interviewing skills;
- Have a distinct clear voice;
- Possess a broad knowledge of local and regional issues;
- Demonstrate solid audio production skills (hardware and software).
CHMA is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus community.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.
The salary is $52,000 for a 40-hour work week. Renewal is subject to funding. We’re open to remote/work from home accommodations with interactions and engagement through our Slack group.
Please send a cover letter, resumé, and the names and contact details of two references directly to the Hiring Committee via email to [email protected]. This posting will stay open until the position is filled.
Read more about the Local Journalist Initiative:
https://crfc-fcrc.ca/en/local-journalism-initiative/
Pay: $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sackville, NB E4L 1E2
