PRODUCTION MANAGER, FESTIVAL VILLAGE
Contract
Full-time
Technical Production Services
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 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:
PRODUCTION MANAGER, FESTIVAL VILLAGE
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Production Services, this position is responsible for the technical production support of Roy Thomson Hall, Royal Alex and Princess of Wales Red Carpet, Festival Street technical builds, run and strike.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Liaising with Internal TIFF teams regarding Festival builds
Creating Technical production schedule(s) for DPS, RAT, POW, Festival St and supporting the technical input for all schedules used by TIFF teams
Working with power vendor to confirm requirements for DPS and Festival St needs
On-site contact for TPS, overseeing technical team on set-ups and strikes of DPS, RAT, POW and Festival St closure
Supporting the scheduling of crew documentation of the load in/outs for all the listed venues
Communicating schedules for generator crews for DPS and Festival Street
Ensuring all content is received and prepped for video team for DPS screens and Festival St activations as needed
Working with AV vendors on making sure all equipment has been ordered for for DPS and Festival Street
Managing all technical requests and band riders before Festival begins for DPS and Festival Street
Scheduling sound checks
Act as a point of escalation for technical production
Documentation and communication of all production details; including run of shows, content workflow and all documentation for success events
Attending production meetings as requested by Senior Manager to and making sure information is properly communicated to other team members after meetings
JOB GRADE & SALARY:
Job Grade 2
$28.00 / hour
Our salary ranges reflect the range of skills and experience required for the role. Typically, candidates new to the role are positioned up to the midpoint of the range, with progression through the range based on performance and development over time. The top of the salary band is for employees who consistently demonstrate high performance in their role.
TARGET CONTRACT DATES:
WORK LOCATION:
Office Location: 350 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5
Festival Office Requirements: Full Time during Festival
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of 5 years Live Event production experience, large scale and Festival events experience an asset
Excellent understanding of technical aspects
Specific technical experience with large stages and activations
Strong managerial, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to remain calm under pressure
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter who is highly organized and detail-oriented
Solid project management skills, and can handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail is a must; there are a lot of projects happening at the same time, needs to keep on top of everything to ensure that project details are accurately communicated to all team members in a timely manner
Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel
Ability to work in a team environment and share information with many teams
Outgoing personality as this role works with both internal and external clients
Ensuring information is documented in timely manner
Ensuring schedules are communicated and content material are turned around in timely manner, as well as last minute requests from programming leads
Flexible as schedule is based on events schedule, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays
Able to work longer days and weekends during Festival dates
VACANCY:
HOW TO SUBMIT & APPLICATION DEADLINE:
All applications must be submitted online through TIFF’s Career Centre.
Please upload your cover letter and resumé as PDF(s), before the deadline of Friday July 24th, 2026
CLOSING:
We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted.
Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time.TIFF regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas; however, TIFF considers and welcomes individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position. For consideration to those on time-limited Visa status, your Visa must allow you to complete the full contract.
TIFF may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.
TIFF is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee has the opportunity to realize their potential. As such, we welcome and encourage applicants who identify as racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender identities.
If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistance during the application process, please contact us in advance at
[email protected]. We strive to provide reasonable accommodations whenever requested.
