Manager of Business Affairs

5 months ago

Toronto, Canada Pier 21 Films Ltd. Full time

Come work with us

Pier 21 Films is an established television production company committed to bringing unique Canadian content to the international marketplace. Based in Toronto, we develop, produce, finance and package drama, comedy and factual programming for broadcasters in Canada and around the world.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

As the Manager of Business Affairs, you will play a key role in managing and administering business matters related to Pier 21’s television productions and parent company. The production responsibilities span the lifecycle of the project from initial development to close out/audit and on-going reporting.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE**:

- Negotiating and drafting of talent, including writers, directors, producers and crew contracts.
- Negotiating and drafting of exploitation and rights agreements.
- Tracking and managing of development costs and payments and option dates and payments.
- Managing set up of production companies and other corporate matters.
- Setting up and managing adherence to unions and guilds, E&O clearances and insurance.
- Utilizing precedents and contract templates and communicating and distilling business, regulatory and financial deal points to management, legal counsel, and production teams, as required.
- Coordinating and overseeing bank loan documentation, funding requests, and tracking of deliverables and milestone payments/invoicing.
- Collaborating closely with production teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and contractual requirements.
- Keeping abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices to ensure the company's continued success.
- Liaising with external legal counsel and other industry professionals as needed.

**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE**
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience working in a business affairs capacity within the film and tv industry.
- University degree.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision and take initiative.
- Must have excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
- Must have the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be a team player and have a positive attitude.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $80,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Business Affairs: 3 years (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Toronto, ON M4W 1Z1 (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

- Toronto, ON M4W 1Z1: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M4W 1Z1

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