Stage Manager, Market

Media Superhighway; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

TIFF is hiring a Stage Manager for TIFF: The Market in Toronto, overseeing technical show calling and production coordination for live programming. You will work with internal teams, artists and vendors to ensure seamless delivery of stage operations and venue requirements to the highest standards.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Production Services, you will manage run of show updates, event timing, and post-event reporting, with timely post mortems as part of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years Stage Managing live events.
• Excellent technical understanding of technical aspects.
• Specific technical experience with large stages and theaters.
• Strong managerial, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
• Self-starter who is highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Attention to detail; able to work on multiple events.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Stage Manager, Market and primary show caller for live events at TIFF: The Market.
• Collaborate with the Technical team to update Run of Show on event day.
• Coordinate with Front of House on milestones, audience flow, and End of Show timing.
• Communicate with Event Coordinator and Senior Manager about changes affecting production or billing.
• Liaise with Events and Venue teams to prep talent, speakers, and programmers backstage.
• Review event details, schedules, and Run of Show docs and identify risks.
• Provide Stage Manager reports and timesheets after each event and submit to management.
• Submit Post Mortem notes by the end of September after TIFF: The Market.

Skills

Stage management

Technical understanding

Team collaboration

Google Suite

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Communication

Calm under pressure

Multitasking

Job description

TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home - TIFF Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film.

TIFF: The Market will expand TIFF’s presence as a global hub for screen-based storytelling and reinforce its role as a global entertainment industry leader. It will connect creators, buyers, and audiences, while elevating Canadian and international talent and fostering collaboration across film, series, and innovative content.

TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation.

We encourage you to reflect on the land that you are on, who the traditional keepers of the land are, what the treaty relationship is, or if it’s unceded territory. TIFF is located on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, the Wendat, and the Haudenosaunee. We are grateful to work on this land.

We are currently hiring for the position of:

STAGE MANAGER, MARKET

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Production Services, the Stage Manager, Market is responsible for the technical show calling, production coordination, and seamless execution of live programming at TIFF: The Market, while providing support for additional TIFF Lightbox and Festival venues as required.

As a key member of the Production Services team, the Stage Manager, Market serves as the primary production lead for Market programming, ensuring all technical elements, show operations, and venue requirements are effectively coordinated and delivered to the highest standard. This role works collaboratively with internal teams, artists, producers, technical vendors, and venue partners to create exceptional live experiences that align with the programming objectives and operational standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the Stage Manager, Market and primary show caller for live events at TIFF: The Market, managing all technical cues and coordinating with the Technical team to ensure seamless event execution.
• Collaborate closely with the Technical team to communicate any updates or changes to the Run of Show on the day of the event, including timing adjustments, delays, or operational changes that may impact production delivery.
• Partner with Front of House teams to coordinate key event milestones, including House Open, audience flow, and End of Show timing.
• Communicate with the Event Coordinator and Senior Manager, Production Services regarding any event changes or developments that may impact production requirements, operations, or billing during the event.
• Liaise with Events and Venue teams to coordinate with talent, speakers, and programmers, ensuring all participants are prepared and backstage ready for their scheduled appearances at TIFF: The Market.
• Review event details, production schedules, technical requirements, and Run of Show documentation in advance of each event, proactively identifying questions, risks, or required adjustments.
• Provide accurate and timely Stage Manager, Market reports and timesheets following each event, submitting documentation to the Assistant Production Manager and Senior Manager, Production Services.
• Submit Post Mortem notes by the end of September, capturing key learnings, observations, and recommendations following the completion of TIFF: The Market programming.

JOB GRADE & SALARY:

Job Grade 2

$25.00 / hour

Our salary ranges reflect the range of skills and experience required for the role. Typically, candidates new to the role are positioned up to the midpoint of the range, with progression through the range based on performance and development over time. The top of the salary band is for employees who consistently demonstrate high performance in their role.

August 31st - September 19th

WORK LOCATION:

Flexible as schedule is based on events schedule, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays

Able to work longer days and weekends during Festival dates

Office Location: 350 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 3-5 years Stage Managing live events
• Excellent technical understanding of technical aspects
• Specific technical experience with large stages and theaters
• Strong managerial, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ensuring information is documented in timely manner
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter who is highly organized and detail-oriented
• Attention to detail is a must; as they will be working on multiple events
• Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel
• Ability to work in a team environment and share information with many teams
• Outgoing personality as this role works with both internal and external clients

This job posting is for an existing vacancy

before the deadline of Sunday August 9th, 2026

CLOSING:

We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted.

Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time.TIFF regrets that it is unable to sponsor employmentVisas; however, TIFF considers and welcomes individuals on time-limitedVisastatus for this position. For consideration to those on time-limitedVisastatus, yourVisamust allow you to complete the full contract.

TIFF may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.

TIFF is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee has the opportunity to realize their potential. As such, we welcome and encourage applicants who identify as racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender identities.

If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistance during the application process, please contact us in advance at [e-mail] . We strive to provide reasonable accommodations whenever requested.