Torstar Corporation is a progressive media organization with a long, proud history in newspapers and a passion for capitalizing on the fluid world of digital and mobile media.  Torstar’s vision for success is driven by a deep customer-centric obsession, continued journalistic excellence, advanced data-driven competency and a culture that is selfless, focused, agile, collaborative and results driven. The successful candidate will be a champion of those priorities while keeping the customer at the heart of all of the creative work that s/he will be doing.

Job Introduction:

The Toronto Star is looking for an experienced audio producer for a vacancy in the digital department of the Star newsroom. You will join a small, dedicated team of podcasters and collaborate to create frequent, engaging, premium audio content that include sources from inside the Star as well as original reporting.

The audio producer will be responsible for producing audio stories, including helping to develop, produce, and upload audio content to thestar.com and third party platforms. Furthermore, the successful candidate will help schedule guests (internal and external), and work with journalists and hosts on scripting, scheduling, and production. They will also review daily and long-term assignments to identify stories and topics that will benefit from audio.

Responsibilities:

• Record audio as required
• Develop, plan and schedule audio production - including interviews, behind-the-scenes material, original content, and coverage of events and activities
• Participate in content brainstorm discussions and pitch creative suggestions for audio content to the newsroom
• Working across the newsroom, be involved in all aspect of audio creation – scripting, scheduling, recording, and production
• Produce audio in adherence to the Toronto Star’s quality editorial and ethical standards in a timely manner
• Continually improve and broaden digital audio skills and awareness of the latest audio tools and technology
• Schedule talent and guests

• Experience as an audio producer
• Experience with audio hosting and publishing platforms (i.e. Soundcloud, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, etc.)
• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of audio production, including hardware and software, sound requirements, audio recording, workflow, and platforms
• Exceptional storytelling capabilities, particularly as they translate to audio
• Conversant in digital publishing technologies to effectively communicate with journalists
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects proactively
• Ability to work outside normal work hours as needed
• Interest in contributing to an organization that strives to make a real difference in the community

This role is represented by Unifor 87-M. The hours of work for this position will vary according to the assignment but will all conform to a standard 35-hour work week as described under the collective agreement. This position will be located at 1 Yonge St. in Toronto, Ontario.

Diversity & Inclusion
Torstar Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Torstar is committed to ensuring employment opportunity to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status or disability or any other factor protected by law.

AODA
Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

COVID-19
Torstar Corporation remains committed to its employees and to providing a safe workplace. As of November 30, 2021, candidates for employment are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and successful candidates must agree to obtain any additional vaccinations or booster dose(s) that may be required. Proof of such vaccination will be required. We will make accommodation for qualifying medical or religious exemptions.