Coordinator, Business Operations, Film and TV (Canada)

Toronto, ON
Canada

Category
Industry
Broadcasting / Radio / TV / Film / Video
Experience Required
Yes
Employment Type
Employee
Work Schedule
Full-Time

Job Description
Department:  Business Development
Location:  

Toronto, Canada, US

Summary of Position

eOne has an immediate opening for a Coordinator in the Content Operations & Strategy group. As a member of the team, you are expected to serve in an operational role liaising with all segments of business including Sales, Integrated Marketing, Product Fulfillment, Finance, Information Technology, and Business Affairs. In the course of day-to-day business, this role will be responsible for creating and managing worldwide content avails and will assist with various tasks in the digital supply chain workflow, including content scheduling, placing content delivery orders, finding unutilized rights, tracking art and metadata assets, performing rights checks, re-pricing projects, and research for backfilling avail databases with existing territory footprints.

 

In support of these functions, this role will be part of a dynamic team in a rapidly growing segment of the media and entertainment space. Required skills include: keen attention to detail amidst vast amounts of data, strong communication skills, inclination for problem solving, and a passion for efficiency and working smart.
 

Responsibilities

  • Create library and new release film and TV avails in EMA format for distribution to partners worldwide
  • Coordinate with operations, sales, and marketing teams to monitor content schedules and ensure workflow deadlines are being met
  • Research and normalize existing territory avail information for entry into avail databases
  • Assist with re-pricing projects
  • Query rights and avail records to discover unutilized distribution opportunities
  • Coordinate with internal team and external vendors to improve avail systems and processes
  • Successfully engage with varying levels of management at Lionsgate, retail partners, strategic vendors, and industry as a whole
  • Other duties and/or special projects as assigned

 
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Skills
Familiarity with the digital entertainment landscape and various distribution types, retailers, platforms, and service providers
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experience with VBA, Python, or similar a plus
Knowledge and application of industry standards of content distribution, such as EMA avails and Movielabs Digital Distribution Framework (MDDF)
Upbeat personality and a passion for learning
Extremely proactive and embracing of an entrepreneurial environment

About eOne Canada
eOne Canada is a talent-driven independent studio that specializes in the development, acquisition, production, financing, and distribution of entertainment content. As part of global content leader Lionsgate, eOne Canada is focused on developing and bringing to worldwide markets the best content across all media, including scripted, unscripted, and podcasts. Through its extensive reach and scale, and a deep commitment to high-quality entertainment, eOne unlocks the power and value of creativity.


Our Benefits and Perks
Taking care: competitive health and dental coverage plus dedicated Health Spending Account
Investment in your future: Group RRSP with employer match
Be inspired: regular film screenings and opportunity to get involved in industry events
Grow: Tuition Reimbursement Program
Work/Life Balance – Summer Fridays and annual Impact Day

EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodatio