Manager, Business Development (English Services)

CBC/Radio-Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manager of Business Development to drive revenue and enhance client experiences. This pivotal role involves managing client relationships, overseeing staff recruitment, and ensuring facilities meet stakeholder needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a profound understanding of the film industry, and exceptional negotiation abilities. Join this vibrant team and contribute to impactful storytelling while working in a collaborative environment that values creativity and inclusiveness.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of leadership and staff management experience.
• Strong understanding of film industry and media production.

Responsibilities

• Manage external client relationships and lead generation.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and scheduling of staff.
• Coordinate with various teams for project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Event Management

Negotiation

Communication

Project Management

Budget Management

Stakeholder Relationship Development

Time Management

Job description

Manager, Business Development (English Services)

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Position Title: Manager, Business Development (English Services)

Status of Employment: Permanent

Position Language Requirement: English

Language Skills: English (Reading, Speaking, Writing - C - Advanced)

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains, and connects Canadians across multiple platforms. We value creativity, integrity, inclusiveness, and relevance. Join us if you are driven to keep up with this dynamic industry and want to make a difference through storytelling.

Unposting Date: 2025-05-15 11:59 PM

Role Overview

Reporting to the Senior Managing Director for British Columbia, the Business Development Manager will generate revenue and ensure excellent client experiences within our studio facilities, from initial contact to project completion. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and directing staff, financial, and physical resources for client productions, and ensuring facilities meet stakeholder needs through data-driven improvements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage external client relationships: lead generation, negotiations, contracts, invoicing, logistics, and security oversight.
2. Develop and maintain relationships with local cultural and civic partners.
3. Oversee recruitment, development, training, and scheduling of staff.
4. Handle administrative tasks: invoicing, recordkeeping, revenue projection.
5. Coordinate with Building Management, Finance, and Legal teams.
6. Support internal productions, stakeholder meetings, and risk assessments.
7. Manage facility bookings, equipment, and asset disposal.
8. Respond to external inquiries regarding bookings and services.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum five (5) years of leadership and staff management experience.
• Event/production management skills and stakeholder relationship development.
• Strong understanding of film industry, location management, and media production.
• Excellent time management, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven project management and budgetary experience.
• Experience in unionized environments and health & safety leadership is an asset.
• French or other language skills are an asset.
• Ability to work long hours, including weekends, as required.

Candidates may undergo skills and knowledge testing. We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted. A background check, including a criminal record check, will be required for those progressing to the next stage.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. For more on our values, visit our website's Diversity and Inclusion section.

Additional Details

Location: 700 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC

Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Full-time

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution