News Director

Come play a key role in building the future of Sports & Media Everyone wants to be part of a transformational team – and that’s exactly what we’re building at Rogers Sports & Media. A team that innovates and a team that wins. At Rogers Sports & Media we are committed to creating and growing teams that are digital-first, fast-moving and bold-thinking and are focused on delivering impact with everything they do. Our impressive collection of assets includes media properties, sports teams, sports events & production, venues, e-commerce platforms and a close connection with our Connected Home and Wireless team.

Collectively, we touch the lives of 30 million Canadians every month Not only is our business strong, but so is our culture. We genuinely care about each other and working in an environment that allows each of us to bring our best authentic selves to work. That starts with our firm commitment to a diverse, inclusive and safe workplace. We’re also dedicated to giving back by using our media megaphone to help Canadians who need it most.

Are you up for the challenge and the fun. If so, consider the following opportunity We are looking for a News Director to lead our CityNews team in Calgary. Do you care about the people you work with just as much as you do local news. Are you passionate about helping develop the next generation of storytellers.

Are you an experienced journalist who is comfortable working across platforms. If this sounds like you, we would love you on our team. What you will do… • Set the editorial direction of TV, radio and digital news content to ensure stories are targeted to each specific platform, the Calgary audience, all while ensuring a consistent experience for news consumers • Lead change and innovation in editorial content and news programming to increase competitive position, ratings, and revenue • Provide leadership on journalistic, ethical, and legal decisions • Lead development of a positive, creative internal culture, consistent with Rogers and CityNews values • Constantly monitor performance and trends with an eye to improve market position to deliver on the CityNews mandate • Increase, improve and manage integrated editorial efforts with other Rogers Sports & Media news platforms • Create and manage revenue opportunities in news content through sponsorships and ratings • Build a strong network within Alberta to help build the CityNews brand • Coaching talent to develop a best-in-class team, and helping to develop supervising producers and managing editors What you will bring… • A desire to win 24-7 • An understanding of how to build an amazing culture and inspire people to come into work every day and be 1 • Deep experience in news, including experience on numerous platforms (eg. TV, radio, digital) • You can roll with the speed and unpredictability of breaking news and thrive in an environment where no day is the same • People can count on you to bring your best every day • Proven track record in developing and growing content brands • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills to effectively deal with multiple stakeholders, and excellent editorial judgment • Proven ability to make business decisions based on analysis of ratings & research data • Strong ability to influence stakeholders Here’s what you can expect in return: • A senior leadership team who deeply cares about your development and long-term career at Rogers • A team that trusts and wants to win together • Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how” • A competitive salary and benefits that include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks including 50% off Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets • Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our team members remains our top priority Together, well make more possible, and these six shared values guide and define our work: 1.

Our people are at the heart of our success 2. Our customers come first. They inspire everything we do 3. We do what’s right, each and every day 4.

We believe in the power of new ideas 5. We work as one team, with one vision 6. We give back to our communities and protect our environment

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