On-call Writer

Job Description:

  • Research, write and prepare content distributed across all MétéoMédia platforms
  • Prepare and update content daily and create headlines
  • Propose 2 to 4 headlines for each piece of content intended for digital platforms and perform required tests
  • Write news content for all platforms
  • Manage news content and associated elements
  • Monitor the weather situation daily
  • Verify information sources to ensure timely news updates
  • Oversee the creation of graphic elements and add them to pages via content management systems (CMS)
  • Gather and analyze information, including by phone interviews, research, news wires and user-generated content
  • Provide sustained coverage during active weather
  • Identify priority topics with team members according to editorial priorities
  • Identify and surface relevant content for users and viewers
  • Manage “active weather” alert banners on sites and apps
  • Validate content results using measurement tools
  • Enable content exchange across MétéoMédia platforms
  • Contribute to information distribution on social networks
  • Participate in preparing and updating the editorial calendar
  • Translate and edit texts
  • Assist with researching, writing and preparing audiovisual content, and occasionally present on camera
  • Perform any other responsibilities and tasks related to the role
  • Provide support as needed for scheduled shifts; no minimum hours are guaranteed

Requirements:

  • University degree in communications, journalism or a related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant writing experience
  • Experience and interest in science communication
  • Good knowledge of geography, meteorology and environmental issues
  • Excellent written French
  • Bilingual (French/English) required
  • Excellent editorial judgment
  • Excellent writing and research skills
  • Good understanding of the Internet and interest in new media
  • Strong knowledge of and ability to use interactive communication tools and social media
  • Ability to navigate a computer environment
  • Initiative
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Flexibility with work schedule
  • Eligibility to work in Canada
  • Must be located in Canada

Benefits:

  • Open and transparent communication, including All Hands meetings with our CEO
  • Frequent employee surveys
  • Anonymous reporting platform
  • IDEAS team (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Awareness, Solidarity)
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Opportunity to work weekday, weekend and holiday shifts
  • Involvement in special content and seasonal projects
  • Active 24/7 working environment
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