Competition Number 07/08-21

Reporting to the Director of Programming in Winnipeg, we have a temporary (approximately one-year) opportunity for an experienced individual who will manage the commissioning of original programming for APTN from independent producers in the Central Region (Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and Northwest Territories).

Key Duties & Responsibilities

* Determine what programming is required based on APTN Programming Plan;
* Manage all development and independently produced programs from the Central Region according to the strategic programming plan;
* Ensure that programming expenditures remain within budget limits and ensure expenditures are reported promptly and accurately to the Finance department;
* Participate in the development of the current and upcoming strategic program direction; manage the preparation of project plans and budget; assist in the development of policies, procedures and forms to facilitate to the management of programming;
* Develop and maintain professional, productive, respectful relationships with distributors; producers and consultants in order to meet programming goals;
* Represent the Programming Department at Production Industry Festivals, seminars and other opportunities for outreach to writers, producers, funding agencies and viewers;
* Review proposals from suppliers with the Program Officers;
* Ensure programs are in accordance with the CRTC broadcast license, conditions and expectations related to program content and Canadian content requirements;
* Make content and financial decisions, negotiate the principle terms of the deal and make the offer;
* Read scripts, visit production sets and post-production facilities;
* Supervise the Programming Coordinator and Senior Programming Officer - Legal including: interviewing, hiring and training; plan, assign and direct work, appraise performance.

Requirements:

* A university degree in film studies, languages, history, business or equivalent is highly desirable; a minimum of 3-5 years previous experience in various facets of programming including acquisitions and program development; or an equivalent combination.
* Sound planning, forecasting, and leadership; ability to work independently and be proactive.
* Broadcasting knowledge and experience working for or with Aboriginal organizations
* Ability to speak French and/or an Aboriginal language an asset.

Remuneration: DOQ/DOE.

All applications are welcome, however as this is a local hire there will be no relocation costs provided

Please forward your resume quoting the competition number and where you saw this ad, by 3 p.m. (CST), Tuesday, May 20, 2008, to:

Human Resources
Aboriginal Peoples Television Network
339 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2C3
Fax: 204-943-2368
E-Mail: careers@aptn.ca
(No phone calls please)

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. As an Aboriginal employer we encourage First Nations, Inuit and Métis applicants to apply.