Local Opinion Writer, Ottawa (Editorial)

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

The Globe and Mail is seeking an opinion writer to join a new local journalism initiative in Ottawa.  

We are looking for a writer who deeply understands issues that matter locally in Ottawa, with a demonstrated ability to deliver fresh stories in a distinctive voice. The successful candidate will combine original reporting and compelling storytelling to produce columns and features that inform public debate and help readers make sense of issues central to their daily lives. 

As the local opinion writer in Ottawa, you will have a strong desire to match stories to community needs and be eager to become part of building something from the ground up. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Write timely, insightful columns and features that serve Ottawa residents
• Bring Ottawa residents new ways of thinking about issues shaping their lives
• Produce enterprise work that advances public understanding and sparks conversation
• Think in multiple storytelling formats (ie video, audio and text) and participate in Globe events 
• Collaborate with newsroom colleagues on story ideas and the best way to tell them

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least five years experience reporting for newsrooms or writing on municipal affairs  
• Sharp instincts for stories that will resonate locally in Ottawa
• Exceptional writing with strong analytical skills   
• Solid news judgment with a track record of enterprise work 
• Comfortable working in a variety of formats, including live blogs, newsletters, video and audio 
• Entrepreneurial mindset 

This position is based in Ottawa and requires a minimum of two days a week in office. 

APPLICATION: Please include a cover letter, with three links to your previous work, along with your resume (that is written by you, not AI). Our promise to readers is that the best work comes from our own (human) curiosity and creativity - we’d like to see yours. 

SALARY: This position is classified as a Reporter in Group C of the Editorial Collective Agreement.