Division: Global News Toronto
Work Status: Temporary Full-time (6 Month Contract)
Location: Toronto, ON – Don Mills (Hybrid)
About the Role:
Global News is looking for an experienced Show Producer to join our Crime Beat team based out of Toronto. This position will report to the Executive Producer – Crime Beat. The successful candidate will be responsible for researching, writing, and producing segments and managing full episodes for Crime Beat on Global TV, Global News’ true crime doc series. This is Group 4 in the current collective agreement.
You’ll be working on things like:
- Producing, scripting and vetting content for full length true crime investigative episodes.
- Researching, chasing, and delivering content for Crime Beat TV.
- Writing and vetting compelling, accurate scripts for full length true crime investigative episodes.
- Booking interview subjects.
- Transcribing interview content.
- Developing creative ways to deliver engaging and unique episodes for Crime Beat TV.
- Assignment of stories, cameras, resources, and reporters.
- Liaising with the Crime Beat and Global News staff for scheduling crews to film segments.
- Writing and producing related online stories and video.
- Maintaining Global News’ high production standards.
- Overseeing the editing of episodes.
- Other duties as required.
If you have the following…we want to hear from you!
- Post-secondary education in journalism, communications, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years TV news and documentary production experience with a special focus on long-form storytelling.
- Experience producing investigative, true crime, crime, and justice stories.
- Experience producing full length episodes from start to finish.
- Working knowledge of all newsroom production software.
- Working knowledge of desktop editing.
- Must have proven strong editorial news judgment, with solid investigative research abilities.
- Proven ability to access and interpret property searches, title searches, court records and civil filings for all jurisdictions.
- Proven ability to write and execute Freedom of Information requests for all levels of government.
- Strong news writing skills.
- Proven ability to multitask, working quickly and efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with online content production, writing for the web, WordPress, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media sites.
- Must have excellent people skills with the ability to work independently, effectively, and cooperatively in a team environment
- Strong and proven leadership skills a must.
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Job Description
A production team is hiring crew members for a proof-of-concept trailer for the upcoming feature film They Just Look at Me Now. The project follows Eve, a witty and carefree woman seeking justice after being sexually assaulted by her boss, only to discover she has been mysteriously cursed by his wife. As Eve navigates the aftermath, she uncovers unexpected powers and forms an unlikely alliance while fighting for accountability.
The proof-of-concept trailer will help establish the visual and narrative tone of the feature film and will be filmed in Kingston, Ontario. The production team is seeking dedicated and creative crew members across multiple departments to help bring this story to life.
Job Responsibilities
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Collaborate with the production team to execute the proof-of-concept trailer
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Perform role-specific tasks depending on the assigned crew position
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Support on-set operations, including production, camera, lighting, sound, and art departments
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Maintain professionalism and teamwork throughout the production process
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Assist in creating high-quality visuals and storytelling for the project
Requirements
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Prior experience in film production is preferred for most roles
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Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced production environment
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Strong communication and organizational skills
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Willingness to contribute creatively and professionally on set
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Available to work locally in the Kingston, Ontario area
Open Crew Positions
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Associate Producer
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1st Assistant Director
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2nd Assistant Director
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Director of Photography
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1st Assistant Camera
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2nd Assistant Camera
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Lighting Crew
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Sound Recordist / Mixer
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Boom Operator
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Production Designer
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Art Director
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Props Master / Props Person
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Costume Stylist
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Key Makeup Artist
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Digital Imaging Technician (DIT)
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Location Manager
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Production Coordinator
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Continuity Supervisor
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BTS Photographer / Videographer
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Editor
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Sound Designer & Editor
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Craft Service
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Driver Production Assistants
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Production Assistants
Compensation
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Retroactive payment for most roles once project funding is secured (excluding PA-level roles)
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Opportunity to be re-hired when the full feature film enters production
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Meals, snacks, and drinks provided while on set
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Professional experience working on an independent film project
Job Description
A student documentary project titled Uncredited Dreams is seeking immigrant filmmakers, cinematographers, and media creatives living in Canada to share their personal journeys in the film industry. The documentary explores the experiences of immigrant artists pursuing careers in Canadian cinema, highlighting the challenges, sacrifices, and unexpected paths encountered along the way.
The project aims to give visibility to the voices and stories of immigrant creatives, particularly those from Latin backgrounds, who are working to build careers in film while navigating life far from home.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in interviews discussing personal experiences in the film industry
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Share insights about career challenges, opportunities, and creative journeys as immigrant filmmakers
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Collaborate with the documentary team during filming or interview sessions
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Help contribute to a meaningful story highlighting immigrant voices in cinema
Requirements
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Immigrant filmmakers, cinematographers, or media creatives currently living in Canada
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Latin creatives are especially encouraged to participate
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Comfortable sharing personal career experiences and perspectives on camera
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Interest in contributing to a documentary exploring immigrant experiences in film
Compensation
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Documentary participation opportunity
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Experience contributing to a student documentary film project
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Additional details will be discussed with selected participants