Dene Language Broadcaster (La Ronge, SK) - 1 full time position - Apply by August 22, 2008
News Reporter (Regina, SK) - 1 full time position - Apply by September 5, 2008
News Announcer/Web Content Coordinator (La Ronge, SK) - 1 full time position - Apply by Sept. 12, 2008
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MBC
Network Radio
Saskatchewan's
Aboriginal Radio Network
La Ronge, SK
Dene Language Broadcaster - Closing Date August 22, 2008
IF YOU TAKE AN INTEREST IN THE NEWS, ENJOY INFORMING AND ENTERTAINING PEOPLE AND ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR LANGUAGE, A CAREER IN RADIO MIGHT BE FOR YOU!
SASKATCHEWAN’S ABORIGINAL RADIO IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR A DENE LANGUAGE BROADCASTER.
QUALIFICATIONS:
HIGH SCHOOL
DIPLOMA
COMPUTER SKILLS
VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE
A DESIRE TO PROVIDE FAIR AND ACCURATE BROADCAST COVERAGE
POST SECONDARY EDUCATION OR BACKGROUND IN COMMUNICATIONS WOULD AN ASSET
ALL APPLICANTS
MUST BE ABLE TO WRITE/COMMUNICATE IN ENGLISH
A SOLID
GRASP OF NORTHERN SASKATCHEWAN DENE HERITAGE AND EXEMPLARY DENE ORAL COMMUNICATION
ABILITY IS A MUST
SEND YOUR RESUME, COVER LETTER AND SALARY EXPECTATIONS TO:
MBC NETWORK RADIO
PO Box 1529
La Ronge, SK
S0J 1L0
Attention: Dallas Hicks, Director of Operations
OR FAX YOUR INFORMATION TO 306.425.3123
FOR MORE
INFORMATION ON THE DENE LANGUAGE BROADCASTER POSITION, PLEASE CALL KEVIN
OR DALLAS, AT THE MBC BROADCAST CENTRE TOLL FREE 1-800-668-4003.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY August 22nd.
Preference will be given to candidates of Aboriginal ancestry
possessing Aboriginal language skills or those with knowledge of an Aboriginal
language. Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
MBC
Network Radio
Saskatchewan's
Aboriginal Radio Network
News
Reporter
Regina, SK
Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation has an immediate opening for a News Reporter to be based in Regina, SK.
MBC is a progressive community-owned radio network serving Saskatchewan’s First Nations & Métis population. Broadcasts originate from La Ronge, the hub of Saskatchewan’s North. MBC is available in over 70 communities creating one of the most extensive Aboriginal radio networks in Canada.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Working from a home-based office, the Regina reporter would be required to:
• Provide broadcast-ready
written story submissions with audio attachments.
• Ensure stories are factual, current and aired quickly and accurately.
• Inform News Director of any major breaking story.
• Generate interesting story ideas and bring new story ideas to
the table daily.
• Develop news stories as assigned.
• Conduct and edit news interviews, write scripts and present finished
product in a timely and professional manner.
• Cover local news events with reporting on the scene or live as
needed.
• Story development, investigating and researching a broad range
of issues.
• Be available for any major events at any time as determined by
the News Director.
• Prepare all submissions according to station format, style, content
and philosophy
QUALIFICATIONS
•
Applicants must be professionally trained in radio broadcasting or have
a minimum 3 years of radio newsroom experience.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• A strong sense of community news and local involvement.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent computer skills with audio preparation capability and
Internet access.
• Understanding of Aboriginal culture and issues relevant to First
Nations and Metis people is an asset.
• Must be a self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic self-starter
who can take direction.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation.
• Excellent knowledge of local, regional and national news.
Please forward resume and MP3 Demo in confidence to:
Dallas Hicks
Director of Operations
Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation
P.O. Box 1529
La Ronge, SK
S0J 1L0
Email – dallas@mbcradio.com
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application deadline
Friday September 5, 2008
Preference will be given to candidates of Aboriginal ancestry
possessing Aboriginal language skills or those with knowledge of an Aboriginal
language. Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
MBC
Network Radio
Saskatchewan's
Aboriginal Radio Network
News
Announcer/Web Content Coordinator
La Ronge, SK
Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation has an immediate opening for a full
time news announcer/web content coordinator. The successful
candidate will work from the La Ronge broadcast centre and prepare and
anchor regular news /sportscasts as well as update and coordinate all
content on the MBC website.
MBC is proud to serve Saskatchewan’s First Nations
& Métis population. Our signal originates from the hub of Saskatchewan’s
North. We reach our audience through one of the most extensive Aboriginal
satellite radio networks in Canada. With transmitters in over 70 communities,
including major centres like Saskatoon, Regina, Prince Albert, North Battleford
and Yorkton; MBC can be heard almost anywhere in Saskatchewan.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide broadcast-ready written story submissions with audio attachments.
• Ensure stories are factual, current and aired quickly and accurately.
• Inform News Director of any major breaking story.
• Develop news stories as assigned.
• Conduct and edit news interviews, write scripts and present finished
product in a timely and professional manner.
• Cover local news events with reporting on the scene or live as
needed.
• Be available for any major events at any time as determined by
the News Director.
• Prepare all submissions according to station format, style, content
and philosophy.
• Ensure continuing website updates and maintenance.
• Edit and post daily news/sports stories and audio content on the
MBC website.
QUALIFICATIONS
•
Applicants must be professionally trained in radio broadcasting and have
a minimum 1 year experience as a radio broadcaster.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• A strong sense of community and local involvement.
• Ability to work independently, meet all deadlines and demonstrate
attention to detail.
• Exceptional computer skills
• Understanding of Aboriginal culture and issues relevant to First
Nations and Métis people would be an asset.
• Must be a self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic self-starter
who can take direction.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation considered
an asset.
• Working knowledge of KLZ Newsroom and Macromedia Dreamweaver MX
would be very beneficial.
Please forward resume and audio demo to:
Dallas Hicks
Director of Operations
Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation
P.O. Box 1529
La Ronge, SK
S0J 1L0
Email – dallas@mbcradio.com
Only those candidates who are qualified will be contacted.
Application deadline Friday September 12, 2008
Preference will be given to candidates of Aboriginal ancestry possessing Aboriginal language skills or those with knowledge of an Aboriginal language. Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
MBC
Network Radio
Saskatchewan's
Aboriginal Radio Network
La Ronge, SK
RADIO DEEJAYS
MBC Network Radio La Ronge is always searching for future radio talent. If you have a passion for radio, are an energetic self starter and love working as part of a team, then don't hesitate to tell us about yourself.
If you are a professionally trained or certified broadcaster, please send your resume, audio demo and cover letter to:
Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation
C/O Dallas Hicks, Director of Operations
PO Box 1529
La Ronge, SK S0J 1L0
dallas@mbcradio.com
Preference will be given to candidates of Aboriginal ancestry possessing Aboriginal language skills or those with knowledge of an Aboriginal language. Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.