Associate Producer

Position Title: Associate Producer Status of Employment: Contractee Long-Term (Fixed Term) Position Language Requirement: English, French Language Skills: English (Reading - P - Professional), English (Speaking - P - Professional), English (Writing - P - Professional), French (Reading - E - Exempt), French (Speaking - E - Exempt), French (Writing - E - Exempt) 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: 2026-09-10 11:59 PM Associate Producer, Q with Tom Power Please note: This role is a one-year contract position based in St John’s and will require working occasional evenings and weekends as per production needs. CBC is currently seeking an Associate Producer for Q with Tom Power , reporting to the Executive Producer. Five days a week, acclaimed interviewer Tom Power sits down with the artists, writers, actors and musicians who define pop culture. You are a team player, and someone who is open to feedback and development on the job. You bring a unique perspective to the Q team and are an avid consumer of arts and culture across Canada. You thrive in a collaborative environment, and when you have a wide range of projects on the go. You see all platforms as an equal opportunity to reach new audiences. You have a keen sense of what works as audio storytelling. You have an audience-first mindset and are willing to adapt and try new things to reach new audiences. You respect metrics and use them to inform the kinds of stories and interviews you pitch, and how to package and promote them. You are mindful of ensuring that the content on our channels reflects and appeals to the audiences we serve, the communities they represent and the audiences we are looking to grow. You are well-acquainted with Journalistic Standards and Practices of CBC (or similar) and are confident making judgements in complex and stressful situations in accordance with these journalistic policy guidelines, including recognizing when other counsel is needed. Key tasks Under the direction of the Senior Producer: Conceives, pitches, chases, writes, produces and edits interviews and features Identifies compelling stories and guests that connect with our audience, balancing high-profile artists with established and emerging talent from regions across Canada Crafts intros and question lines that reflect the voice and tone of Q with Tom Power Handles administrative tasks associated with production, including booking guests, lines and studios, accessing background materials, logging music and content tracking Mixes and delivers segments for all platforms: CBC Radio, CBC Listen and external podcast platforms Collaborates with digital and social teams from the pitch process to final delivery to ensure a multi-platform storytelling experience Ensures that equipment, facilities, program sources and personnel are available to meet operational and program requirements Sets up and operates equipment to meet program and production goals Liaises with the team in Toronto to ensure smooth production from the studio in St. John’s Liaises with St. John’s team to coordinate on the ground technical troubleshooting as needed Qualifications You possess the following: A university degree or equivalent Knowledge of the competitive landscape Knowledge of contemporary arts and culture in regions across Canada Audio storytelling and production experience, including demonstrated chasing, writing and editing skills Strong grasp of the conversational voice and identity of Q Knowledge of CBC’s Journalistic Standards and Practices, or similar Experience working with a host Experience managing guests both in studio and remotely Experience providing or sourcing technical support in a studio environment At least 1 year of experience editing audio, experience with Dalet is a strong asset Cultural awareness and sensitivity, with connections to diverse communities Excellent communication skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing work patterns, processes and methods Independence and self-motivation, with strong interpersonal skills Curiosity, openness to feedback and commitment to continuous learning and personal growth Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, overtime and weekends as required Knowledge of CBC’s best practices, including the language guide, is an asset. Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes: A mandatory Criminal record check. Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position. CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to . You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest . In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest. Primary Location: 95 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, St-John'S, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1B 1Z4 Number of Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Full time