Job Description

MANAGER, COMMUNITY & PUBLIC SPACES

Contract

Full-time

Public Programming

TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home – TIFF Bell Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film. 

TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation.  

We encourage you to reflect on the land that you are on, who the traditional keepers of the land are, what the treaty relationship is, or if it’s unceded territory. TIFF is located on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, the Wendat, and the Haudenosaunee. We are grateful to work on this land.

We are currently hiring for the position of:

MANAGER, COMMUNITY & PUBLIC SPACES

Reporting to the Director, Public Programming, the Manager, Community & Public Spaces will work in a fast-paced environment managing two key portfolios: Community Impact programming that promotes inclusion, social connection and creative empowerment among equity deserving groups, and Public Spaces programming to dynamically boost the TIFF Bell Lightbox year-round environment through programming partnerships, community partner co-creation, public art display, and artist activations that animate the building, increase foot traffic, delight Members and patrons, and attract new audiences.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Guide the Senior Coordinator, Community impact in the oversight and implementation of the annual vision for Community Impact programming, including screenings, talks, workshops and events co-created with community partners to promote engagement, connection, and creative empowerment among equity-deserving groups at TIFF
• Oversee and implement the annual vision for Public Spaces programming to dynamically boost the TIFF Bell Lightbox year-round environment through programming partnerships, partner and artist co-creation, public art display, and artist activations
• Design intentional Community Impact and Public Spaces programming developed in consultation with partners and internal colleagues to reflect the specific goals, access needs, and objectives of each portfolio
• Ideate and engage local artists, partners and guest speakers to contribute to these programmes and connect with audiences at TIFF
• Steward relationships with community and programming partners, deepening and codifying annual terms of engagement and increasing their access across TIFF
• Oversee the creation of resources (e.g., digital shorts shelf, workshop outlines, screening discussion guides) to support collaboration with guest artists, community partners, docents, and TIFF staff
• Work with key internal teams and external partners to document, measure, and evaluate Community Impact and Public Spaces programming, providing impact reports to internal stakeholders as requested
• Oversee film and guest bookings and support guests in their participation in events with community partners and public audiences
• Consult and contribute to access and inclusion strategies across TIFF programming, including Visa Sharing the Screen, as well as collaborations with Visitor Experience, People and Culture, Corporate Partnerships and beyond 
• Pilot accessible and innovative audience enrichment activities for TIFF films that create space for reflection, inspiration, and learning
• Work closely with Marketing, Communications, Social Media, Web, Corporate Partnerships, Loyalty teams to increase visibility of programmes and connect audiences with events
• Oversee revenue and expense tracking for Community Impact and Public Spaces programming
• General administrative duties as part of Public Programming portfolio, including: devising and managing critical paths and workflow structures (with input from direct reports), attending relevant cross-departmental programming meetings and updating key dept. tracking documents
• Supervise two direct reports

JOB GRADE & SALARY:

• Job Grade 3
• $60,000-$75,000/ Annually

CONTRACT DATES:

• May 23, 2023 – May 31, 2024

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 4-6 years working in film, community arts, and/or public programming
• Previous experience designing and implementing community and/or public programming
• Previous experience working with artists, community and programming partners, and facilitators
• Previous experience with project management, event planning and execution
• Previous experience managing people an asset
• Knowledge of and interest in film, contemporary arts, culture and social justice 
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional computer skills and database management (including Google drive, database software) 
• Strong ability to work efficiently on many projects with varying deadlines, and anticipate priorities
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Mature personal judgment, exhibiting a high level of professionalism and diplomacy
• Adaptable to a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends

How to Apply

• All applications must be submitted online through TIFF’s Career Centre.
• Please upload your cover letter and resumé as one PDF, before the deadline of MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2023. 

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Temporary. Salaries: Less than 20,000.

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