The Winnipeg Free Press is Canada’s largest independent newspaper, committed to delivering trusted news and information to its subscribers. Supported by a strong team of more than 200 employees, we strive for excellence in marketing, communications, and journalism. Our focus is on fostering connection, building trust, and strengthening informed communities through accessible journalism, local storytelling, and meaningful engagement. We believe vibrant communities are built on shared voices, and our work reflects the people, events, and issues that shape everyday life across Manitoba.
Description of Duties:
· Pursue vigorously all daily and longer-term reporting assignments received from Supervising Editor(s).
· Initiate and develop ideas for story assignments in conjunction with Supervising Editor(s).
· Gather all pertinent information necessary to complete reporting assignments through research and interviews.
· Write clear, concise, reader-friendly stories as per reporting assignments.
· Ensure all stories meet high standards of accuracy, fairness and comprehensiveness as set by Supervising Editor(s).
· Meet assignment deadlines as set by Supervising Editor(s).
· Write text stories for print and digital publication;
· Collaborate with editors to create data visualizations, timelines, databases, maps and other interactive digital elements;
· Engage community in person and through comments, email, blogs, Twitter, Facebook and other social media.
· Deliver live and recorded on-camera video segments when required, with demonstrated professional ad-lib abilities;
· Take direction and assist colleagues as required.
· Maintain close contact with the community in person and via social media.
· Other general duties as required.
Qualifications:
Journalism degree/diploma or equivalent;
At least two years’ relevant experience in print, online and/or broadcast journalism. Experience in breaking news and feature production of print/online or video journalism an asset;
Demonstrated ability to multitask and work effectively under deadline pressure;
Excellent research, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, passionate about journalism and storytelling.
Demonstrated proficiency with Twitter, Facebook, Reddit and other social-media platforms and their use to enhance coverage and connection with readers;
Experience and proven ability in writing to conform to Canadian Press style and standard Canadian English, grammar, spelling and capitalization;
Requires valid driver’s licence and passport;
Able to work a variety of shifts -- including evenings, nights and weekends -- under deadline pressure;
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; strong team player.
Ability to deliver live and recorded on-camera video segments when required would be an asset.
How to Apply: Interested applicants may submit their resume to: Human Resources [email protected]
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: $985.34-$1,367.11 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- journalism: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
