Digital Broadcast Journalist

Division: Global News

Work Status: Full-Time

Location: Saint John, NB (Onsite)

About the Role:

Global News is seeking a full-time Digital Broadcast Journalist to join our Saint John's newsroom. Reporting to the News Manager, you will be responsible for delivering timely, compelling local coverage across New Brunswick, with a primary focus on Saint John.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career journalist looking to gain hands-on experience. You will contribute to daily newscasts and digital platforms, covering breaking news, enterprise stories, and in-depth reporting.

This role requires flexibility, as shifts may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays. You’ll be part of the News at 6 team and collaborate closely with colleagues in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

This is a Group 4 position under the current collective agreement.

You will contribute by:

The following is a paraphrase of the primary functions, but does not outline all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to this position:

• Pitch, research, and develop original story ideas through strong contact building and community engagement.

• Shoot, write, voice, and edit stories for television broadcast.

• Produce and publish content for digital platforms.

• Deliver live coverage of breaking and developing news from the field.

• Respond quickly and accurately to breaking news situations.

• Build and maintain a network of reliable sources.

• Contribute to a collaborative newsroom while also working independently.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and experience you will bring:

• Post-secondary education in journalism, broadcasting, or a related field.

• Approximately 2 years of experience in television news reporting (or equivalent).

• Experience with ENG cameras and/or mobile journalism tools (smartphone newsgathering).

• Proficiency in non-linear editing systems.

• Strong news judgment, writing, and storytelling skills.

• Confident on-air presence with the ability to deliver live reports clearly and effectively.

• Strong editorial, visual, and communication skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision.

• Understanding of digital platforms and evolving newsroom technologies.

• Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and workflows.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Application Deadline: November 13, 2026