Senior Writer, Marketplace, English Services, (On-site)

About the role

Position Title: Senior Writer, Marketplace, English Services, (On-site) Status of Employment: Permanent Position Language Requirement: English, French Language Skills: English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing) Work at CBC/Radio-Canada At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians. Unposting Date: 2026-06-22 11:59 PM Your role: Marketplace, Canada's award-winning investigative consumer program is looking for a skilled investigative journalist to join our team of experienced innovative storytellers. Your research skills are unmatched. You've got the ability to find stories beyond the headlines, juggle multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment, an obsession with getting the facts right, and the passion to dig deeper into the biggest consumer stories of our times, then this job is made for you. You take initiative, and can move stories forward with your strong investigative sense. But you're also a team player who welcomes stepping in and assisting your colleagues with daily tasks without being asked because you see the need. There is often a requirement to do field research to determine the path of a story and you're not only up for that challenge, you understand how essential it is to move a story forward. Advice and guidance are available but initiative and independent judgement are expected. As a senior writer, you will work within story teams (alongside a host and a story producer) under the direction of the Executive Producer and Senior Producer. You already see yourself as a great communicator which will be key in your role connecting with people centered in our investigative journalism. You demonstrate an exceptional skill in writing, including for broadcast, written features and social platforms. But it's your research skills with close attention to detail that really stand out and will be the centre of what we produce at Marketplace. Your notes will be thorough and will include everything we need to keep our investigations organized. Your familiarity with the legal system, the corporate world and government bureaucracy will ensure you maneuver around any roadblock that comes your way. You have a strong understanding of CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices and your work will adhere to it. Key Tasks: Consistently pitches original ideas for program content in line with the program's mandate and objectives An expert fact checker who ensures accuracy with all versions of the story Assists in developing program content including writing, researching and/or editing. Experience writing feature length material for presentation on air and/or CBC.ca that describes complex investigative issues in a clear and concise manner and provides detailed analysis to enhance the understanding of the listener or viewer. Critically edits material written by others and/or items produced by others. Familiar with CBC.ca's writing style guide. Organizes the participation of interviewees, creative contributors and other participants Finding experts with diverse backgrounds and opinions, and pre-interviewing them Develops background, introduction, and line of questioning, conducts investigative research, and ensures the briefing of all members of the team. Maintains contact files. Participates in all aspects of the production; includes conducting hidden camera shoots and willingness to appear on camera for production shoots, as required. As required, performs the following tasks: Any task of an Associate Producer Field produce program elements; Direct a program in the field; Assign, direct and coordinate the work of other personnel working on a project for which the producer is responsible; Edit, encode, digitize and package audio and video material for a website using appropriate technologies; Assist in maintaining a level of communication or rapport with members of the audience (through various platforms including digital and social) which is both feasible and appropriate to the style and nature of the program; Perform other production or administrative tasks associated with the smooth functioning of the program Conduct field research, including location scouts; organize logistics for local, national and international travel, for the purpose of production, as required We are looking for a candidate with the following: A minimum of five years of relevant experience including proven ab