Job Description

Are you creative, dynamic and passionate? Do you like to think outside of the box and find new ways to achieve your goals? Corus Entertainment has an exciting opportunity for you. If you have a passion for excellence, and would like to work for Corus Entertainment, we encourage you to apply.

Division: Toon Boom
Work Status: Full Time
Location: Montreal, QC.

About the Role

Toon Boom\xe2\x80\x99s Head of Operations plans, directs, coordinates and oversees operation activities in the organization, ensuring development and implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the organization.
Reports to both Co-Presidents, with dotted line to VP, Finance \xe2\x80\x93 Content at Corus and it is a Member of Toon Boom executive leadership team.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• The Head of Operations oversees all following departments and functions: administration, logistics, facilities, professional services, operations, project management, legal, finance and accounting functions at the company
• Is accountable, in conjunction with the Co-Presidents, for establishing, implementing, and communicating the strategic direction of the organization\xe2\x80\x99s operations.
• Collaborates with Toon Boom executive leadership to influence, develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on operation projects and systems.
• Is in constant communication with VP, Finance \xe2\x80\x93 Content and meets all required accounting and finance deadlines.
• Collaborates with other divisions and departments to carry out the organization\xe2\x80\x99s goals and objectives.
• As a subject matter expert on operational excellence, the Head of Operations Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.
• Ensures that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development, organization, material efficiency, hardware acquisitions, and facilities are in line with the organizations business plan and vision.
• As the subject matter expert on operational excellence, the Head of Operations helps Establish, communicate, and implement operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.
• Ultimately accountable for Professional Services Budgets/forecasts and operational plan/OKRs.
• Ensures that Professional Services department is tracking to its plan, meeting profitability, revenue and delivery goals.
• Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates and staffing requirements for projects.
• Establishes and administers the department\xe2\x80\x99s budget.
• Presents periodic performance reports and metrics to the Co-Presidents and other leadership as and when required.
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in operations management.
• Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is developed and provided.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

About You

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong business sense, with excellent financial and accounting background. Constantly questions status quo and always on the lookout for new business opportunities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration, Finance-related field required; MBA preferred.
• At least 10 years of industry-related experience including three years in upper management required.

About Us

For the past 28 years, Toon Boom \xe2\x80\x93 A Corus Entertainment Company, has been changing the animation world one production at a time. Makers of the industry\xe2\x80\x99s premier storyboarding and animation software, we have set the standard for excellence, and aid in the development of the world\xe2\x80\x99s finest animation productions.
The magic happens from our headquarters in Montreal. We have an enthusiastic, dedicated team of visionaries who are always looking for ways to make the creative industries better.
By working at Toon Boom, you will get the chance to interact with stimulating, smart, intellectual colleagues\xe2\x80\x94many whom have been here for many years. Be energized by thought-provoking new challenges every morning. Have the satisfaction of working in a company whose animation software is used by all the major animation studios. See the results of your work when you watch animation at the movies or on TV. Our software is used on Tron: Uprising, The Simpsons, Disney\'s Princess and The Frog, Family Guy, American Dad and many more.

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a Head of Operations to join our tight-knit, family-like atmosphere. Everyone\xe2\x80\x99s excited to come into work on Monday and know the effort they put in on a daily basis directly affects the performance of our company.

At Corus we value and actively involve the full range of what makes people unique in order to create a strong and innovative company where amazing people thrive. A company where people have the full opportunity to show their unique value and develop their potential. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of colour, people with disabilities, people from all gender and sexually diverse communities and people with intersectional identities.

Corus is also committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

How to Apply

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Internal candidates must meet eligibility requirements before you can apply for an internal position at Corus, which includes being in their current role for at least 12 months. Please ensure you notify your manager before applying to this role.