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Director, Current Production, Drama (English Services)

Job IDEA-BF-F3-5E-A6-D7
CompanyCBC/Radio-Canada
LocationToronto
ProvinceOntario
Date Posted2020-11-24
Posted Until2020-12-02
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryBroadcasting-Media
Description
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.

Your role

This position is a pivotal senior creative role that works closely with and reports to the Executive Director (ED), Scripted Content, to guide and shape the quality of scripted drama at CBC. The DCP, Drama is responsible for the overall creative and technical oversight of all dramatic series, once greenlit to production. This is a senior level job that requires autonomy and self-direction. It requires proactive engagement with the Independent Production community, the ability to manage and inspire a team and work effectively within a complex large organization. Works very closely with the Director, Development, Drama, to guide and shape the output of drama at CBC.

Responsible for oversight of and management of all issues which contribute to the creative excellence of the Network's prime time dramatic series, with a view to fulfilling the corporation's mandate while improving audience share. Includes senior level creative management of new series in early greenlight through financing to production. Oversight of and responsibility for the effective functioning and delegation of responsibility of the Current Production, Drama department including Executives in Charge of Production and Production Planning team.

Working with ED, responsible for: guiding creative decision-making on all matters of relevance for new and ongoing series such as script and story feedback, approving key creative elements i.e. writers for production; appraising and approving cast from among competing performers based on each program's unique needs; approving all other key creative personnel (directors, director of photography, production designers). Evaluates ongoing prime time dramatic series, event and limited series of all genres (historical, contemporary, book adaptation, supernatural, procedural/episodic, comedic etc) on scripts and storyboards for dramatic strengths and weaknesses, adherence to Corporate standards and policies, plot and character arcs over the length of the series run, promotability. Oversees the quality of daily shooting and editing of series episodes and recommends changes as required. Appraises all of the creative elements: performance (energy, pace, tone, story beats), blocking, cutability, hair and makeup, set decoration, camera work; Oversees and /or negotiates changes with producers, editors and story executives. Oversees/gives creative notes on cuts.

Participates in greenlight meetings and advises ED and General Manager, EFS, of the strengths and merits of various projects vis a vis suitability for order. Works closely with Director, Development, Drama, and Production Planning to ensure the smooth transfer of projects successfully greenlit into production.

Works closely with internal CBC departments, offering senior level input on business and rights issues, finance, scheduling, digital content, promotions, publicity, marketing and star appearances with independent producers, in-house producers, communications Department, talent relations and presentation staff.

Evaluates marketing plans and on-air promotions and gives feedback to marketing and communications executives. Oversees the Production Planning team to review budget requirements and production reporting and the progress of productions against schedules to ensure timely deliveries.

Represents the corporation publicly as required at conferences, juries and panels; Gives or participates in workshops for film schools and seminars. Keeps abreast of all relevant competing network television programming, Canadian talent, and issues in culture, broadcasting and current affairs.
Education RequirementsUniversity degree or equivalent.
Essential SkillsWe are looking for a candidate with the following:
You bring a distinctive life experience, perspective or expertise to the team that will enrich our content.
Cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Senior level knowledge/ability required in:

Screenwriting, story editing, and production and post-production techniques
Creative personnel: e.g. Canadian screenwriters and potential screenwriters (such as playwrights), actors, comedians, story editors, directors, producers, editors, etc.
Dramatic Programming in Canada and around the world as well as films, books, podcasts, etc.
Team management.
Network creative mandates and audience targets.
Network business parameters and practices: working with in-house departments in order to monitor cost related factors and possible legal issues in scripts and productions (e.g. copyright issues, sponsorship).
Canadian Television, Digital & Film industry; production companies, their employees and histories; past and current Canadian television series, movies, short films; broadcast industry "politics" such as CRTC guidelines and broadcast licenses; some familiarity with funding issues such as tax credits, etc. across Canada.
Marketing and promotions techniques and campaigns.
Public appearances and speaking engagements at industry-facing functions such as press conferences, professional juries and seminars, etc.
Must be able to communicate effectively and diplomatically with a very wide range of individuals.
Must maintain cordial and productive working relationships with colleagues both inside the Corporation and outside companies.
Must represent the CBC in a courteous and informed fashion.
Qualified candidates from under-represented groups will be given strong consideration.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
Experience10 years relevant experience.
LanguagesEnglish
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