Rosemary Barton Live is CBC News Network’s weekly Sunday political show. It first launched in November 2020 and is already showing strong audience growth as a destination for viewers who want political news and smart discussion about national issues on Sunday Mornings. The two-hour program airs live 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET on CBC News Network, and also 11 to 11:30 a.m. on CBC Television.

Your role will focus on contributing to Rosemary Barton Live's journalistic impact by chasing and producing interviews with key newsmakers and national figures, as well as supporting the host with major interviews, conventions and special coverage and in her contributions to related programs as CBC’s Chief Political Correspondent, and to support other CBC News programs and platforms in leveraging the content of Rosemary Barton Live.

The Producer is expected to contribute significantly to the editorial direction of the show. This includes producing broadcast and online-specific stories and segments and sourcing TV material in order to promote and capitalize on significant news and the most influential guests. An interest in and knowledge of politics in Canada and the United States is essential for this role, and experience covering politics an asset.

The producer will also seek out new stories and voices, contribute creative and innovative story pitches, uphold a  commitment to original journalism, and make editorial decisions when necessary.  

Other duties include chasing guests, researching stories, writing scripts, working with the Chief Political Correspondent to provide research, and producing graphics and video editing. There is a requirement to develop meaningful stories and contacts as well as ensure a diversity of voices and perspectives in all  news treatments. The producer must be able to effectively and creatively respond to breaking and live news. There is often a requirement to coordinate the activities of others for the production of this material. Work must adhere to CBC journalistic and/or program policies, practices and standards but initiative and independent  judgment are required.

As well, supporting the host on CBC News Network special broadcast or other programs as needed.