Directeur OU Directrice Technique - CBC Studios, Divertissement et Sports (Service Anglais

Position Title:

Technical Producer, Production Services

Status of Employment:
Permanent Position

Language Requirement:
English, French

Language

Skills:

English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

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As part of a centre of excellence for Entertainment, this role oversees the planning and development for overall operational requirements (peoplepower, facilities and technologies) for Entertainment, Sports, Unscripted and News Specials productions, ensuring the efficient use of resources for an audio/video based production.

Responsible for managing the high performance of all technical resources to meet broadcast, industry, statutory and CBC-Radio Canada standards, this role requires a leader with a passion for supporting and developing a diverse team, and a passion for innovation in a live production environment.

This role reports to the Sr. Director, CBC Studios, and works closely with many departments CBC/Radio
- Canada, the independent production community, and external partners.

Collaborates with production, design and management personnel, and external clients on the capabilities of personnel and technical facilities for English Services.

Plans and supervises the set-up and operation of studio and mobile resources including all technical and design elements.

Ensures technical quality meets production’s needs, working environment is safe, and applicable labour codes are followed.

Proven experience in developing and sustaining highly-engaged, well-performing and adaptive teams.

An understanding that coaching and collaboration are key methods in helping teams move forward to achieve production goals.

Attends production meetings; conducts remote surveys; leads negotiations with outside agencies for the use of their facilities or assets; advises production on planning, budgeting and scheduling of staff and facilities.

Advises on technical resources and business issues.

Develops and supports technical budgets for rentals by preparing estimates and summaries for production.

Works collaboratively with management teams.

With support from management, responsible for the on-site health & safety requirements as they apply to the operation, audiences and employees.

Performs risk assessments and mitigates any issues as they arise.

Engages temporary staff; suggests technologies and workflows according to production requirements for specific projects.

As necessary, represents the Corporation in technical matters related to independent and co-productions.

Develops the initial staging and technical schedules both on location and in the studio.

Modifies schedules daily subject to changing production needs.

The ability to document, manage and administer complex details is critical.

When required, initiates and participates in specialised research for upgrading, rebuilding, and creating technical production facilities.

Supports our goals of Equity and Inclusion, and is committed to advancing Sustainability in our approach to production.

Extensive knowledge of current and emerging technologies, crafts and production processes to supervise diverse work groups in moderate to complex production activities.

Must have working knowledge of HR corporate policies, the CMG collective agreement, and CBC business objectives.

Requires strong budgetary and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and work on multiple assignments simultaneously.

Adaptability to a broad range of production scopes is important.

Experience and ability to motivate,…