Job Posting

Local FM is hiring an LJI Journalist!

We’re thrilled to announce that we are seeking a candidate to fulfill a new position at Local FM!
We are looking for a full-time journalist to create local and original civic journalism.

Description of the LJI program

Main point: It’s local and hyperlocal journalism.

The Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) program was launched by the Community Radio Fund of Canada and funded by the Government of Canada. The program focuses 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’re elevating original, local community news.

Description of the journalist position

• Title: Journalist 
• Term: 25-week contract position 
• 37.5 hours per week @ $20/Hour
• 6 days of vacation are included in this contract
• Planned Start Date: September 9th, 2024  
• Expected working hours: Regular hours within this role are flexible. However, care should be taken to make sure that overlap does exist with other station staff, alongside the national editorial team.
• Location: This role will include hours at the radio station. Given the nature of the role this may also include off-site and at-home work. 

Recommended Skills – Who You Are

• 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 a benefit!). 
• Excellent radio, interview and communication skills 
• Excellent writing skills and research. You love storytelling: from the initial pitch to the publication
• Strong people skills: You are a great listener, speaker and interviewer 
• Deadline-driven and have an eye for detail
• Knowledge of community and regional concerns or news and a passion for local journalism
• Strong skills in both a team setting and with independent work.
• Audio production skills and understanding of the radio community environment
• Critical thinking and ability to analyze issues and to remain impartial
• Social media savvy, for both posting and research purposes  

Other qualifications/requirements

• Understanding with diversity, different perspectives and sensitive/complex issues.
• Desire to drive news and interest in reporting on a range of topics (City council, issues like affordable housing, employment, environmental concerns, mental health, poverty, Indigenous rights, LGBTQ+ rights, etc.)
• Attend editorial meetings with station and LJI coordinators as needed.

Local FM 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.

All interested parties should submit a resume and cover letter to manager@cfmh.ca with the subject line including the phrase ‘LJI Journalist Application’

Applications will be accepted until end of day on August 23rd!

Thank you to everyone for your interest in the LJI program. Unfortunately, we can’t respond to all applicants. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

This position is funded by the Community Radio Fund of Canada and the Government of Canada’s Local Journalism Initiative.