Resources Specialist, CBC Sports Content Production Unit (English Services) (Hybrid)

Position Title:
Resources Specialist, CBC Sports Content Production Unit (English Services) (Hybrid)
Status of Employment:
Contractee Long-Term (Fixed Term)
Position Language Requirement:
Language Skills:
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:
2025-05-26 11:5+ PM
Your Role

As a Resources Specialist, you play a critical role in supporting the successful execution of television and digital content by planning, coordinating, and acquiring the personnel, facilities, and materials necessary for production. You will work across multiple projects simultaneously, managing both pre- and post-production needs in alignment with program formats and broadcast requirements. This is to support Olympic production and Partner integrated content.
While general direction will be provided, this role requires strong independent judgment, initiative, and the ability to navigate competing priorities and deadlines with diplomacy and professionalism.
Main Responsibilities
Collaborate with Senior Managers, Producers, and Unit Managers on both long-term and short-term production planning.
Organize and archive production materials across shared digital systems to ensure accessible and secure storage.
Source and coordinate the appropriate personnel, facilities, equipment, and services required for each production, ensuring resources are secured on time and at optimal cost.
Lead negotiations (internally and externally, domestically and internationally) for production-related services and assets.
Maintain and update scheduling and reporting systems with accuracy and efficiency.
Monitor production activities across projects, recommending adjustments to timelines or workflows as needed.
Ensure proper operation, maintenance, shipment, and storage of production materials and equipment.
Stay current with all relevant collective agreements, policies, and internal workflows.
Track production schedules and delivery dates, ensuring consistent internal reporting and communication.
Manage all media assets for the Olympic Features unit and provide departmental support as needed
Expertise You Bring
You are expected to have knowledge or experience in the following areas:
Remote field production and Electronic News Gathering (ENG) operations.
Post-production workflows and procedures.
CBC production workflows and familiarity with CBC Studios is considered a strong asset.
We’re Looking for a Candidate Who Has:
Graduation from a recognized community college program or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of three years of relevant experience with a strong understanding of television and digital production.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage high volumes of work under tight deadlines.
A proactive and organized approach, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across teams.
Creative problem-solving abilities and a desire to contribute to process improvements.
Resilience under pressure and comfort working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural sensitivity in the workplace.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, on a rotating schedule.
Familiarity with the Canadian freelance production community.
A passion for sports—particularly high-performance and Olympic sport—is an asset.
Experience working on the production of a multi-sport event would be an asset
An understanding the technical formats of content as relates to storage and shared assets amongst team members
Familiarity with ScheduAll, Media Central and any other CBC management tools would be an asset
What We Offer
A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values creativity, innovation, and the meaningful contributions of every team member.
A leadership team dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at every level of the organization.
Opportunities for ongoing learning, skill development, and career growth.
Access to mentorship from industry leaders, as well as opportunities to mentor and support emerging talent.
A flexible, hybrid work model designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.
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
recruitment@cbc.ca
.

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:
Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7
Number of Openings:
1
Work Schedule:
Full time
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