{"id":1247,"date":"2022-03-15T00:42:38","date_gmt":"2022-03-15T07:42:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stokefm.com\/stagging\/?p=1247"},"modified":"2023-04-19T22:36:07","modified_gmt":"2023-04-19T22:36:07","slug":"stoke-fm-is-hiring-a-community-radio-journalist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stokefm.com\/stagging\/latest-news\/stoke-fm-is-hiring-a-community-radio-journalist\/","title":{"rendered":"Stoke FM is hiring a Community Radio Journalist"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stoke FM Community Radio Journalist<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Stoke FM Radio Society<\/h3>\n

Revelstoke, B.C.\u2019s Stoke FM is a community not-for-profit radio station now celebrating its 10th
year on the airwaves.<\/p>\n

Revelstoke is a unique and dynamic mountain community located at the intersection of the
Trans-Canada Highway and the Columbia River. Our community has a dynamic and diverse
economic base that includes forestry and milling, hydropower, railway, highway transportation,
destination tourism, backcountry recreation, arts, culture and much more. Revelstoke is a
desirable international destination known for its amazing all-season outdoor mountain recreation
in summer and winter.<\/p>\n

Our Community Radio Journalist will produce a broad range of general
stories that reflect our community. Stoke FM\u2019s mission since our inception has been to bring
\u201cunity to the community\u201d by featuring our community\u2019s diverse voices and sounds on our
airwaves. Our new Community Radio Journalist will contribute to our mission by creating and
sharing relevant and timely audio and multimedia stories that connect our community.<\/p>\n

The LJI program<\/h3>\n

The Stoke FM Community Radio Journalist will report on a range of community issues with a
broad focus on local-level civic issues and affairs. Generally, you will produce a story on a daily
basis for the air and share it through our digital platforms. You will also perform other
journalism-based programming assignments such as creating, recording and scheduling daily
news and community information briefs.<\/p>\n

Your Revelstoke-focused local reporting is in partnership with the Local Journalism Initiative,
which provides national-level exposure opportunities.<\/p>\n

The Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) program was launched by the Community Radio Fund of
Canada and funded by the Government of Canada. The program is focusing on diverse, local
communities that may be underserved in the Canadian news landscape. The goal is to increase
the production of community and civic news in those areas and to make that news more
accessible across the country. We\u2019re elevating original, local community news.<\/p>\n

Stoke FM Community Radio Journalist position<\/h3>\n

\u25cf Title: Community Radio Journalist
\u25cf Term: 12-month contract position, with potential opportunity to renew
\u25cf Salary: $24 per hour, 36 hours per week.
\u25cf Ideal Start Date: April, 2022
\u25cf Expected working hours: Weekdays, with schedule flexibility for weekend reporting as
necessary<\/p>\n

Job Requirements \u2013 Who You Are<\/h3>\n

\u25cf Hold a degree or diploma in Journalism, Communications or Arts from an accredited
academic or technical institution OR have equivalent experience in broadcast,
print\/digital journalism or writing (minimum 5 years of journalistic\/radio experience).
\u25cf Excellent radio, interview and communication skills
\u25cf Excellent writing skills and research. You love storytelling \u2013 from the initial pitch to the
publication
\u25cf Strong people skills: You are a great listener, speaker and interviewer
\u25cf Deadline-driven and have an eye for detail
\u25cf Knowledge of community and regional concerns or news and a passion for local
journalism
\u25cf Strong skills in both a team setting and with independent work
\u25cf Audio production skills and understanding of the radio-community environment
\u25cf Critical thinking and ability to analyze issues and to remain impartial
\u25cf Social media savvy, for both posting and research purposes
Other qualifications\/requirements
\u25cf Understanding with diversity, different perspectives and sensitive\/complex issues.
\u25cf Desire to drive news and interest in reporting on a range of topics with a core focus on
community issues and civic affairs.
\u25cf Attend editorial meetings with station and LJI coordinators as needed.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re looking for a dynamic, determined journalist who cares about local, community and civic
journalism.<\/p>\n

If that sounds like you, please apply to Stoke FM Radio Society Executive Director, Jace
Preenan, by emailing to info@stokefm.com<\/a> with a cover letter describing why you want to work
at the station, a current resume and a few examples of your work, either submitted by email or
with organized portfolio links.<\/p>\n

Stoke FM Radio Society encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates, including
(but not limited to) women, BIPOC individuals, those who identify as LGBTQ+, and people
living with disabilities.<\/p>\n

Thank you for your interest. Unfortunately, we can\u2019t respond to all applicants. Only those
candidates under consideration will be contacted.<\/p>\n

This position is funded by the Community Radio Fund of Canada and the Government of<\/em>
Canada\u2019s Local Journalism Initiative.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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