News Reporter - Bancroft, ON

We are currently hiring a News Reporter in our Bancroft and Barry’s Bay Moose FM newsroom.   
 
If you live in or want to move to the area and have a passion for digging up stories and sharing them with the community, apply!  A collaborative and supportive environment, Moose FM wants you to develop your skills to be a self-starter and a leader.  

We empower our team members to shape company culture – which includes being committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic working environment, both in the office and online with our reporters across Ontario. 

Our ideal candidate is comfortable writing online and radio news, recording news casts and becoming a member of the community. 

About the Job:   

This is a full-time news reporting position, and you will be writing and recording stories for MyBancroftNow, MyBarrysBayNow.com and our daily on-air newscasts.  

Description:   

• Be an active part of the community  
• Craft and voice local and regional newscasts 
• Researching and writing news stories for online and on-air broadcast  
• Contributing to and updating websites  

Key Requirements:  

• Experience working in a newsroom or equivalent journalism background
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• You must have a valid driver's license 
• Solid on-air delivery skills with a desire to learn and improve 
• Experience working in a newsroom or equivalent journalism background is an asset  
• Meet daily deadlines 
• Working familiarity with Adobe Audition, Newsroom, and on-air software 

Vista Radio’s Vault of Benefits

At Vista Radio, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community of people committed to making a difference. Whether we're delivering local news, playing your favorite tunes, or supporting events that bring people together, we care about our team and the communities we serve. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that ensures your health, well-being, and financial future are taken care of, all while working in an environment where fun and collaboration thrive.

 Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• 🩺 Health & Dental Coverage – Comprehensive plans for individuals and families.
• 📈 RRSP Program with DPSP Matching – Save for your future with our RRSP program, and Vista will match your contributions into a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• 💪 Short-term & Long-term Disability – Income protection when life throws you a curveball.
• 🧠 Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) – Confidential, 24/7 access to mental health, counseling, and other professional support services.
• 🏖️ Annual Vacation & Stat Holidays – Paid time off, including recognized federal statutory holidays, to help you recharge and enjoy life.
• ❤️ Life & Optional Life Insurance Protection for you and your loved ones when you need it most.
• 💻 Virtual Care – 24/7/365 access to professional healthcare online, making it easier to stay on top of your wellness.
• 🌍 Work in the Communities We Serve – As part of Vista Radio, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact locally, strengthening the bonds that connect us to the communities we proudly serve.

Application Instructions

On our company website, click the "Apply" button on the tap left corner of the job posting to get started! Click here: Job Board | Dayforce Jobs

You can include a PDF or Word document with your links to a Soundcloud/YouTube audio demo in the Additional Documents section of the application form.

If you experience any difficulty submitting your application, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@vistaradio.ca.