Bilingual Documentary and French Language Executive (Montreal or Winnipeg)

Brandon University; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Bilingual Documentary and French Language Executive to shape authentic programming that celebrates Indigenous voices. The ideal candidate will provide guidance to producers, manage projects, and liaise with creative teams. Strong fluency in both French and English and relevant educational background are essential. Enjoy a competitive rewards package including health coverage and a supportive work environment that encourages cultural diversity.

Benefits

Company paid full health & dental coverage

Virtual health and mental health supports

Employer-matched pension plan

Employee/family assistance program

Training support

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, creative support, and supervision to producers.
• Manage the production and delivery of independently produced programs.
• Represent APTN at industry events and participate in speaking engagements.

Skills

Fluency in French and English

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of Indigenous cultural perspectives

Education

Post secondary education in a relevant discipline

Job description

Bilingual Documentary and French Language Executive (Montreal or Winnipeg)

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network Posted: December 18, 2025
Expires: January 17, 2026

Bilingual Documentary and French Language Executive (Montreal or Winnipeg)

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 assistanceprogram.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!

As a national Indigenous media organization, APTN is committed to fostering cultural diversity and Indigenous representation within our workforce. We encourage Indigenous applicants to self-identify, in support of our ongoing efforts to reflect and serve the communities we represent. Please note that proof of Indigenous ancestry may be required. We recognize that colonial impacts may prevent access to formal documentation, and we are committed to working respectfully with all applicants to support alternative forms of verification where appropriate.