Head of Development

Cineflix; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Cineflix Media is seeking a bold, commercially minded Head of Development to originate, secure, and convert a high-performing slate of projects into commissioned series across Canada and the US, in collaboration with Cineflix’ senior management. This full-time role is based in Toronto on a hybrid schedule.

Reporting to the President, Productions, you will lead a vibrant development team, identify standout stories and talent, and turn ambitious ideas into returnable, high-value shows for global

Qualifications

• Proven track record of multiple recent commissions with major Canadian and/or US buyers.
• Deep relationships with commissioners, buyers and creative talent.
• Strong editorial judgement and storytelling instincts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a bold, commissioning-focused development strategy.
• Inspire the development team to generate original ideas, write compelling decks, create standout sizzles and pitch with impact.
• Build a dynamic slate of distinctive, scalable and returnable programming.
• Identify exceptional stories, talent, IP and access-driven opportunities.
• Shape projects from the first spark through pitching, sale and greenlight.
• Build strong creative partnerships with broadcasters, streamers, producers and talent.
• Work with the London team to package and pitch projects for the global market.
• Create an ambitious, collaborative development culture where the strongest ideas can thrive.

Skills

Commissioning leadership

Creative vision

Storytelling instincts

Relationships with buyers

Team leadership

Job description

The Company

Cineflix Media

Cineflix creates, produces, and distributes must-watch TV for global platforms, with operations in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, New York, Los Angeles, London, and Dublin. A leading international media company, the group includes top-ranking sales and acquisitions division, Cineflix Rights, as well as production labels Buccaneer and C3 Media. With a catalogue of 7,600 hours of select programming across a wide range of genres and a collection of YouTube and FAST channels streaming 24/7, Cineflix is behind some of TV’s most popular and long-running shows.

The Role

Cineflix Media is looking for a bold and commercially minded creative Head of Development to originate, secure, and convert a high-performing slate of projects into commissioned series across Canada and the US, in collaboration with Cineflix’ senior management. This is a full-time role based in our Toronto, Ontario office on a hybrid schedule.

Reporting to the President, Productions, the Head of Development will inspire a vibrant development team to originate distinctive ideas, uncover great stories and talent, and turn them into compelling, high-value, returnable shows. This is a hands-on creative leadership role for someone with a strong point of view, exceptional storytelling instincts and a proven ability to convert ambitious ideas into commissioned series.

Working closely with our London development team, the successful candidate will help create a collaborative, ideas-led culture that keeps Cineflix creatively ambitious, commercially relevant and ahead of the market.

The salary range for this role is CAD $150,000–$200,000

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a bold, commissioning-focused development strategy.
• Inspire the development team to generate original ideas, write compelling decks, create standout sizzles and pitch with impact.
• Build a dynamic slate of distinctive, scalable and returnable programming.
• Identify exceptional stories, talent, IP and access-driven opportunities.
• Shape projects from the first spark of an idea through pitching, sale and greenlight.
• Build strong creative partnerships with broadcasters, streamers, producers and talent.
• Work closely with the London team to package and pitch projects for the global market.
• Create an ambitious, collaborative development culture where the strongest ideas can thrive.

Experience and Capabilities

• A proven track record of multiple recent commissions with major Canadian and/or US buyers.
• Deep, current relationships with commissioners, buyers and creative talent.
• Exceptional creative vision, editorial judgement and storytelling instincts.
• A strong understanding of the Canadian and US unscripted market.
• Demonstrated success developing and pitching distinctive, returnable programming.
• An inspiring leadership style and experience building high-performing creative teams.
• Production experience in the field or edit is an asset.

This posting reflects an existing vacancy. Cineflix does not use artificial intelligence in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this role.

Cineflix Media is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment. Cineflix welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.