Bilingual Documentary and French Language Executive

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Indigenous broadcasting network based in Canada is seeking a Bilingual Documentary and French Language Executive. This vital role focuses on shaping original programming that celebrates Indigenous voices, overseeing projects, and managing partnerships in the French language market. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both French and English, possess relevant education, and be familiar with Indigenous cultural perspectives. Join us to make a meaningful impact through storytelling! Enjoy a supportive work environment with great health benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Company paid health & dental coverage

Mental health supports

Employer-matched pension plan

Employee/family assistance program

Training support for growth

Qualifications

• High level of fluency (written and oral) in both French and English.
• Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline, with proven related experience.
• Experience working with an Indigenous organization is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, support, and supervision to producers for original programs.
• Manage APTN’s French language production and development intake.
• Review and recommend project proposals.
• Negotiate principal terms and approve creative materials.

Skills

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Knowledge of Indigenous cultural perspectives

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Post-secondary education in relevant discipline

Job description

Bilingual Documentary and French Language Executive

Job Information

Author

Author ahnationtalk

Date

Date December 12, 2025

Deadline

Deadline January 16, 2026

Type

Type Full Time

Company

Company Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN)

Bring Indigenous Stories into the Spotlight! Are you passionate about powerful storytelling and Indigenous voices? As our Documentary and French Language Executive, you’ll help shape authentic, original programming that celebrates culture, language, and lived experiences. If you’re ready to commission bold content and champion Indigenous perspectives- Here’s your chance to make an impact from behind the lens.

Location: Winnipeg or Montreal office

Highlights of this opportunity

• Provides guidance, creative support, and supervision to producers which APTN has commissioned original programs from, with a portfolio focus on Documentary series and French language projects;
• Provides guidance to producers developing projects in French for APTN, and manages APTN’s French language production and development intake;
• Works to strengthen APTN’s partnerships in the French language market;
• Liaises with producers, creative teams, and partner broadcasters on production projects;
• Manages the production and delivery of independently produced programs, and receives pitches from Producers;
• Reviews, evaluates and recommends project proposals;
• Communicates positive and negative decisions to Producers.
• Makes content and financial decisions, negotiates principal terms;
• Represents APTN at industry events and participates in speaking engagements as needed;
• Approves all creative materials associated with development and production related to their portfolio;
• Travel will occasionally be required.

Your accomplishments and experience include

• High level of fluency (written and oral) in both French and English;
• Post secondary education in a relevant discipline, with proven related experience (production, communication or business); or equivalent combination of education, experience, and traditional knowledge;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, combined with broadcasting knowledge;
• Experience working with an Indigenous organization as well as knowledge of Indigenous cultural perspectives is an asset.

Here’s what we can offer you

• As a Top 100 employer in Canada, we prioritize our people! Enjoy a fun, flexible team vibe plus a solid rewards package: company paid full health & dental coverage, virtual health, mental health supports, an employer-matched pension plan, and an employee/family assistance program.
• We also offer a 35-hour week, and training support to help you grow.
• We’re here to help you thrive, both now and in the future!

Your new opportunity awaits; come and see what makes us one of Canada’s top employers! Click here to join our team today! Please apply before Friday, January 16, 2026