10+ years of newsroom experience, ideally in political reporting.
Strong familiarity with Quebec's political landscape and government operations.
Proficient in using access to information, data-mining, and social media for reporting.
Fluently bilingual in French and English.
On-camera presentation skills are a plus.
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
Responsibilities
Identify and pursue compelling political stories relevant to Quebec.
Provide insightful analysis and commentary on political developments.
Cultivate and maintain a network of sources for exclusive insights.
Write clear, concise, and engaging articles that resonate with readers.
Go beyond daily headlines to offer deeper context and relevance.
Benefits
Full-time, temporary position for 18 months.
Opportunity to work with a respected publication in Montreal.
Engage with a dynamic political landscape and influential figures.
Collaborate with a team of experienced journalists.
Potential for professional growth and skill enhancement.
Full Job Description
Position: Quebec Political Columnist / Investigative Reporter Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary, 18-months Location: Montreal, QC Division: Montreal Gazette
The Opportunity: The Montreal Gazette is hiring a political columnist/investigative reporter to cover Quebec politics.
What you'll do:
The ideal candidate is an enterprising self-starter and team player with a sense for stories that resonate in Montreal and across Quebec.
The candidate should have a nose for ways to add value in terms of perspective, analysis or relevance, that uses substantive reporting to opine on Quebec's intricate political landscape
The candidate must be able to cultivate sources, find stories write in a way that is accurate, clear, concise and colourful.
Adding value that transcends the commodified news cycle and seeing beyond the day's headlines are key.
Who you are:
10+ years of newsroom experience, preferably with some background in federal, provincial or municipal politics.
Familiarity with the workings of the Quebec government.
An understanding of how to use access to information, data-mining and social media.
Must be fluently bilingual
On-camera skills are an asset
Must be available to work some evenings and weekends Have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
Should you be interested in this opportunity please apply with a cover letter and resume in one document.
Compensation:
Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role and the candidate's location.
Salary - $86,766.68
This is a unionized position subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement. The starting salary listed in this job posting is based on the Year 1 rate outlined in the collective agreement. Offers will be made based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
We thank in advance all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. No phone calls or agencies please.
