Job Queens Park Columnist, Toronto

Position: Queens Park ColumnistPosition Type: Full-time, Permanent (Existing Vacancy)Location: Toronto, ONDivision: National PostThe Company:Postmedia is a Canadian news media company representing more than 130 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it.This exceptional content, reach and scope offer advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team.The Opportunity:The National Post is hiring a Queens Park Columnist. The National Post is the flagship of the Postmedia Network, Canada's largest news chain which includes the Vancouver Sun, Calgary Herald, Edmonton Journal, Ottawa Citizen and Montreal Gazette.What you’ll do:

Write multiple columns a week that mix news, analysis and opinion.
Cultivate sources and break news on tight deadlines
Write clear, concise and engaging columns that resonate with the National Post’s readership and are unafraid to challenge conventional wisdom.


Who you are:

You have 3+ years of reporting experience and an understanding of Ontario politics.
You are a self-starting newshound conversant with current trends.
Strong writing and communication skills.
A natural curiosity that feeds a desire to listen to, learn from and collaborate with readers.
An initiative-taking team player who works well with colleagues.
Experience and strength in video presentation is an asset.


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: $64,151.58