Position Title: Acquisitions Officer II (Documentary Programming)
Employment Type: Full-time Staff | Union
Salary range: $80,125.52 - $87,918.29
Division: Media
Reports To: Commissioning Editor, Documentaries
Location: Toronto, Yonge & Eglinton (On-site)
Reason for Vacancy: Existing Vacancy
The Opportunity This position will be responsible for the acquisition of TVO's documentary programming as well as scheduling and content executive duties. The documentary programmers work closely with the programming team to deliver on our content strategy and shape our primetime schedule. This involves sourcing high quality unscripted programming. The Programmer will also be assigned TVO commissioned films and series to oversee editorially. We are looking for an experienced programming professional with a background in documentary content for broadcast and digital platforms. We are excited to meet with candidates who have excellent storytelling instincts and an understanding of current content trends.
How you will make an impact- Source content from a range of distributors and independent producers thatfitsthe TVO mandate,meetsdiversity goals,adheresto the content blueprint, andmeetsscheduling needs for all TVO platforms.
- Screen and evaluate potential acquisitions, pre-buys and co-productions for broadcast and/or streaming readiness and adherence to content standards.
- Developing andimplementprogramming strands and schedule content on broadcast and digital platforms.
- Establish andmaintainrelationships with distributors, independent producers, sales representatives,agentsand other media representatives to keep abreast of new developments in the changing media marketplace.
- Provide editorial feedback on TVO Originals during various stages of development and production- including butnot limited,to casting,scripts roughcuts, fine cuts, all asset deliverables
- Liaise with producers throughout productions to ensure programs deliver on the creative intent
- Feed into team submissions review meetings by providing constructive feedback on project proposals.
- AdviseBusiness Affairs on parameters for negotiation of content.
- Contribute to scheduling and promotion planning by recommending suitable programs.
- Curate content and manage and exploit inventory to maximize value.
- Securebestprogramming value withinallocatedbudget.
- Create content schedules andmaintainsaccurateinventory reports.
- Provide metadata and texts that are search engine optimized (SEO)
As required, performs the following tasks:- Direct the editing ofacquiredcontent asrequired.
- Perform otherdirectly relatedduties.
What you will bring to TVO- 5 years or more experience in a television / film programming or production environment.
- Solid understanding of the independent production industry
- Robust networking skills and established relationships with both distributors and producers.
- Experience assessing projects at all stages of production.
- Strong storytelling instincts.
- Direct experience in unscripted programming.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint andanability to learn new database software.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with various external stakeholders.
- University or college education with a focus on media.
- You live our values: we value bold thinking, we embrace change, we thrive with diverse voices, wehonourour commitments, we'rebetter together.
TVO & YOUWe are a learning organization. Learning is at the core of everything we do. As part of this commitment, TVO invests in the learning goals of our employees and everyone at TVO commits to developing our own knowledge as well as elevating each other's through peer-to-peer learning, workshops and lunch and learns. All employees have the option to join the Public Service Pension Plan right on day one and we offer an array of services through our Employee and Family Assistance Plan.
