Assistant, Industry Programming

Introduction

JOB OPPORTUNITY
May 29, 2012

TIFF, a vibrant not-for-profit arts organization, is accepting applications for the contract position of:

Assistant, Industry Programming

This will be an exciting year for TIFF as we present unique programming in our new home and the world's premiere centre for film, TIFF Bell Lightbox.  We are seeking a highly motivated individual who wants to be part of a new era in Toronto's cultural history.

Reporting to the Industry Programmer, the Assistant, Industry Programming, will assist in the execution of Industry events including but not limited to Programming at Filmmakers’ Lounge, Producers Lab Toronto, Talent Lab and other Industry-related activities during the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production of panel discussions at Filmmakers’ Lounge
• Assist with production of Filmmaker Boot Camp
• Assist with production of Filmmakers’ Lounge and other Industry initiatives
• Assist with production of Producers Lab Toronto
• Responsible for Short Cuts Connections, in conjunction with Short Cuts Canada programmers
• Responsible for creating detailed and comprehensive database records for Industry Programming in Artifax Database


Contract Dates: June 25 to September 21, 2012  

Minimum Requirements

• Exceptionally strong administrative and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.  
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience with large databases an asset.
• Good understanding of Canadian and international film industries.
• Quick thinker, good judgment and excellent multi-tasker.
• Exceptional computer skills, with significant experience with Microsoft Office Suite (word and excel)
• Knowledge of other languages a definite asset.
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Adaptable to a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends

Please submit cover letter, resumé and the names and phone numbers of 3 references attached as a PDF or Word document (we do not accept Cloud hosting or File Sharing programs), by 5pm on June 10, 2012  BY EMAIL ONLY to the attention of Hiring Committee: ASSISTANT, INDUSTRY PROGRAMMING.

TIFF Email:  humanresources@tiff.net *Please note the position in the subject line*

Please note in your cover letter where you saw this job posting.

We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted. No telephone or walk-in inquiries please. All applications are considered confidential.

TIFF is an equal opportunity employer.

TIFF is a charitable, not-for-profit cultural organization whose mission is to transform the way people see the world.  Its vision is to lead the world in creative and cultural discovery through the moving image.