COMPANY OVERVIEW:
The Globe and Mail is a national icon and Canada’s most recognized media brand.
We’re also an international award winner for data visualization, design, and creative storytelling. A digital innovator with a global client list for our in-house AI-powered optimization, prediction and automation platform. And a place where Canadians come for the best journalism in the country.
We aim to reflect Canada in the stories we tell and in our workforce. The Globe is a proud partner of Pride At Work, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. We understand our staff have lives outside of the office and offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also provide training and mentorships to staff to ensure you’re able to grow and challenge yourself and your abilities.
No matter what your role at The Globe, you’ll be part of an organization dedicated to making a difference to Canada.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Globe and Mail is seeking an experienced Senior Producer to manage and oversee The Globe’s daily news podcast, The Decibel. This is a full-time management position located in Toronto.
The ideal candidate is an audio journalist and creative thinker who is passionate about news and podcasting, is a good people manager and enjoys working in a collaborative environment.
This is a great opportunity to continue growing a show that is near and dear to The Globe and its community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and lead a team of 4 audio journalists and a Host
- Lead daily production of The Decibel, including staffing, scripting, legal and logistical issues of the production
- Conceptualize and create best-in-class content on a wide range of topics
- Work closely with the host and team to establish assignments and deliverables
- Collaborate with journalists, editors and other staff from across the newsroom, including National, Foreign, Report on Business, Programming and Audience to identify the best stories for The Decibel and the best way to reach our audience
- Direct team and provide guidance, support and best practices in an inclusive, collaborative culture
- Meet realistic but ambitious growth goals
The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in content development and production for podcast, radio or audio journalism with:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or related area
- A portfolio that demonstrates an ear for compelling and impactful storytelling
- Strong editorial judgement and the ability to produce compelling, and thought-provoking podcasts
- Experience coaching and developing talent
- Deep understanding of the level of production required for each episode. Knowledge of Audition would be an asset.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- A passion for podcasting and belief in The Globe’s brand with ideas on how to leverage the journalism to grow The Decibel
- A voracious news diet, including Canadian politics and business
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
VACCINATION POLICY:
All offers of employment with The Globe and Mail are conditional upon the candidate being Fully Vaccinated. To be Fully Vaccinated is defined as someone who has received the full series of a vaccine or a combination of vaccines accepted by the Government of Canada (currently Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Janssen) and has received the last dose at least 14 days prior to their start date. To prove they are Fully Vaccinated, all new hires will be required to provide evidence by emailing a copy of their vaccine dose administration receipt(s) to Human Resources prior to their start date. Those seeking exemption based on one or more of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code will need to provide their request for accommodation to Human Resources for approval. If the accommodation request is not approved and the candidate is not Fully Vaccinated, any offer of employment will be revoked.
THE GLOBE AND MAIL IS DEDICATED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE
The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.
The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
