Copy Editor

Radio-Canada

. Edit daily news copy, features, long-form stories, social media copy, and text for video and graphics .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeKelowna • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong news judgment and critical thinking, with the ability to edit and package compelling news stories for digital and social platforms. Proficient in ensuring inclusive language and adherence to journalistic standards while managing fast-moving information.

Highest-signal resume keywords

English ProficiencyNews JudgmentEditing ExperienceContent Management SystemsCanadian Press Style Knowledge

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Hard Skills

EditingHeadline WritingStory PackagingDigital StorytellingLong-Form Story Editing

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCritical ThinkingFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Content Management SystemsSocial Media Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

University Degree

Industry Keywords

Journalistic StandardsInclusive LanguageBreaking NewsAudience-First LensLegal and Ethical Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Edit daily news copy, features, long-form stories, social media copy, and text for video and graphics
Edit newsletters for the Local Service Expansion bureaus
Cover breaking news under urgent deadlines
Ensure inclusive language and framing accurately represent British Columbians’ diverse experiences
Ensure stories are balanced and conform to CBC’s in-house style and Journalistic Standards and Practices
Curate story packaging, including photos, video, graphics, and embeds
Ensure the digital news lineup reflects the day’s top stories and priorities through an audience-first lens
Discuss story ideas and assignments with writers and producers while incorporating diverse and under-represented perspectives
Identify gaps in stories and clearly guide writers on improving storytelling and packaging
Edit and deliver news stories from breaking news to long-form features for CBC digital and social platforms
Support journalism across British Columbia and Local Service Expansion reporters in parts of western Canada
Make independent editorial decisions and adapt to evolving visual storytelling technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

English proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing at a professional level
Strong news judgment and critical thinking
Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to journalism
Proven ability to package online news stories in compelling and innovative ways
Ability to manage large volumes of fast-moving information
Strong headline-writing skills
Good communication skills
Flexibility with work hours on weekdays and weekends
University degree or equivalent
Minimum of three years’ experience editing at a print or digital publication preferred
Use of content management systems is an asset
Knowledge of Canadian Press style is an asset
Active use of social media platforms and experience creating social content is an asset
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing
Successful candidates must complete a mandatory criminal record check; other background checks may apply

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time permanent employment
Employee Code of Conduct and inclusive workplace culture
Accommodation support during the recruitment process