Reporter Arabic

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

OMNI is looking for a full-time Reporter (Arabic) who is a passionate and reliable self-starter. You can work independently, but also as part of a diverse newsroom.  You will be responsible for working on stories both in the studio, and out in the field for multiple media platforms.  

What you will do...

• Pitch, chase, write, research and present compelling stories and segments on-air for the national newscast with an emphasis on content for the Arabic diaspora community in Canada
• Monitor all news sources and be on top of breaking news and developing situations and assist in breaking news coverage
• Increase OMNI’s digital footprint by creating daily news content for OMNI’s digital platforms including OMNI's website
• Build a strong network within the Arabic-Canadian community
• Collaborate with a diverse team of innovative journalists at OMNI and CityNews
• Back-fill for Anchor shifts as needed, and work multiple shifts including evenings and weekends

What you will bring...

• Speak fluently in Modern Arabic, read and write Arabic script, and have a minimum basic working knowledge of English
• Adaptable and won’t allow obstacles to stop you from producing a compelling story
• Highly attentive to detail and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Fluent in the digital news space with an ability to identify trending stories on social media
• Experience with live news and field production are assets
• A broadcast journalism diploma or equivalent experience

​To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 1 Mount Pleasant (083), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 320227

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Posting Notes:  Rogers Sports & Media