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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.

Are you in tune with what news stories are important to the Punjabi community in Canada?  If so, you might be the right person for us. 

We produce regional and national newscasts on OMNI Television across Canada, to deliver compelling multilingual relevant content to Canadians.  As an experienced news and digital professional, you know what content our viewers want and how to deliver compelling stories.  As a proven innovator, you know how to emphasize creativity over tradition. 

OMNI is looking for a full-time Punjabi News Writer who is a passionate and reliable self-starter. You can work independently, but also as part of a diverse newsroom.  

What you will do:

• Pitch, chase, research, and write compelling stories and segments on-air for the national and local newscasts with an emphasis on content for the Punjabi and South Asian community 
• Monitor all news sources and be on top of breaking news and developing situations and assist in breaking news coverage
• Backfill as needed in the newsroom, including on-air as a reporter, anchor or in additional newsroom roles.
• Increase OMNI’s digital footprint by creating daily news content for OMNI’s digital platforms (website, YouTube, TikTok etc.), leverage our social media to increase brand awareness for OMNI and use social media as a promotional platform to increase digital presence and drive viewers to the channel.

What you will bring:

• Must be fluent in Punjabi (Gurmukhi) writing, reading, and speaking
• Familiarity with the culture, needs, and sensibilities of the South Asian community
• Minimum of 1-2 years broadcast experience in news with strong news judgment, good writing skills, knowledge of current events, and excellent communication and people skills
• Must be able to take direction well and willing to adapt to rapidly changing technology and new online skills in a multi-faceted digital news operation
• Degree or Diploma in Broadcast Journalism or related field and/or equivalent experience an asset 

Here’s what you can expect in return:

• 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
• A manager 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”

​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: 333 Bloor Street East (200), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Background Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record Check, Credit Check, and Driver's Abstract  
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 324066

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Posting Notes:  Rogers Sports & Media