Manager, Content Programming (Film Booker)

Landmark Cinemas; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian cinema operator is seeking a Film Programmer to maximize box office performance through strategic partnerships with film distributors. Candidates should have 5-8 years of experience in marketing or operations and exceptional communication skills. This hybrid position requires a passion for exceptional guest service and data-driven decision-making, while providing opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Free movies and discounted concession snacks

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package

Bonus eligible position

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Competitive vacation allotment

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in marketing, sales, or operations, especially in managerial roles.
• Experience in the theatre exhibition or film distribution industry is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to make data-informed decisions based on performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with film distributors.
• Lead weekly programming for assigned theatres.
• Analyze weekly film performance and market trends.
• Collaborate with theatre managers to align programming decisions.
• Support department-wide initiatives and special projects.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Project management

Data analysis

Operational planning

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration or related field

Job description

At Landmark Cinemas, we are the Cast and Crew of Canada’s second largest motion picture, theatre exhibition company, and WE love movies as much as YOU love movies…. But it’s more than just a movie. That’s why our Cast and Crew are valuable and why we are always focused on creating an exceptional movie experience for our Guests. Why the quality of our popcorn matters and why a perfect presentation is understood. Every detail is important to us, which is why we think like owners and remain steadfast in accomplishing our goals. It’s why we opened our first theatre in 1965. And why we’ll continue making your movie experience the best that it can be.

People are at the core of our business - we are for all movie lovers and this means we embrace a culture of inclusion and mutual respect by valuing the uniqueness of all Cast and Crew, Guests, and business partners. We value respectful behavior above individual achievements, and we are committed to having our workforce reflect the communities we serve.

We are proud to support Kids Help Phone. As a National Sponsor of Walk So Kids Can Talk, Landmark Cinemas is committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of young movie lovers, including our Cast & Crew.

WHO YOU ARE :

You are a strategic communicator that understands the importance of maintaining a functional and balanced business relationship with all film distribution partners. By ensuring our Theatre Teams are provided with the appropriate booking schedules, you act as a critical contributor working toward maximizing our potential box office for each theatre in its respective market. Working closely with various internal and external stakeholders, you provide support on all areas of the film booking and programming processes, meaning you're familiar with juggling priorities, accommodating for competing needs, and driving resolution. When you aren’t partnering directly with our Theatre Teams, you’re innovating new and improved ways to bring content to Movie Lovers, completing market research and analyzing the data and trends along the way. You are passionate about exceptional Guest service, organization and follow-up... and you LOVE movies!

THE JOB :

Location : This is a hybrid position based out of our Toronto Cinemas Support Centre.

Film Programming

• Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with film distributors across all major and independent studios
• Lead weekly programming for your assigned theatres, using a data-driven, market-specific approach to maximize box office performance
• Analyze weekly film performance, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth and course correction
• Strategically manage screen commitments and ensure balanced, optimized scheduling across first-run, independent, and Canadian content
• Collaborate regularly with theatre managers to align programming decisions with local market dynamics, guest preferences, and operational needs
• Coordinate with the regional corporate sales manager to accommodate theatre rentals and ensure alignment with studio contracts and programming goals
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, distribution partners, and senior leadership to support content strategy, performance reporting, and special initiatives
• Support key department-wide initiatives, contributing to special projects, performance tracking, and ad hoc analysis as assigned by the Senior Director of Content Programming

THE PERKS :

• Free movies and discounted concession snacks
• Comprehensive and competitive compensation & benefits package
• Bonus eligible position
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program to support wellness
• Competitive vacation allotment to promote work-life balance

REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Commerce, or related field preferred, not required
• 5–8 years of experience in marketing, sales, operations, or related fields, with at least 3 years in a managerial-level role and a proven track record of delivering results
• Strong strategic thinker with demonstrated experience in project management, operational planning, and driving efficiencies
• Skilled in making data-informed decisions and comfortable interpreting performance metrics, identifying trends, and using insights to guide programming strategy
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to a wide range of audiences
• Experience developing and managing fiscal planning documents, including budgets and planning calendars
• Self-motivated, composed under pressure, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Participation in leadership development programs or workshops is an asset
• Previous experience within the theatre exhibition or film distribution industry is considered a strong asset
• Confident presenting recommendations and insights to senior leadership and cross-functional teams

ABOUT THE COMPANY

A subsidiary of Kinepolis Group NV, Belgium, Landmark is Canada’s second largest motion picture, theatre exhibition company. From a single screen in 1965, today Landmark Cinemas welcomes Movie Lovers to share their love of movies and enjoy a perfect movie-going experience in cinemas throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Ontario. We are connected to the communities we serve, and our Cast and Crew are proud to support Kids Help Phone. As a National Sponsor of the Walk So Kids Can Talk, through promotional support and fundraising initiatives in our theatres, we are committed to support the mental health and well-being of both our youth Guests and Cast & Crew. Landmark’s corporate headquarters is in Calgary, Alberta.

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