Job Description

APTNs Programming Department is searching for a dynamic internal candidate to fill the position of Lead - Special Projects. In this role, you will have an opportunity to work with producers and make recommendations for special events programming for a myriad of APTN events. If you are looking to try something new, we want to hear from you!

Highlights of this opportunity:

• Maintains a comprehensive Programming Calendar of Events, identifying and recommending opportunities for special APTN programming;
• Works in collaboration with the Directors of TV Programming and Scheduling to program days of special programming;
• Helps develop RFPs for special projects and works with relevant parties for program development and production;
• Acts as the logistical Lead within APTN for special event projects such as Indigenous Day Live, NDTR, etc.
• Acts as the lead APTN representative on special projects, and any additional forms of original programming, as assigned;
• Assists in the screening of rough & fine cuts, assessment of special event scripts, and provides written recommendations;
• Assists in tracking Special Events deliverables and maintains a record of producer and stakeholder of interactions;
• Gathers data and assists with corporate reporting, as required;
• Travel will be required, as assigned.

Your accomplishments and experience include:

• A degree or diploma in a relevant discipline with proven related experience;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite;
• Broadcasting knowledge;
• Experience working with an Indigenous organization as well as knowledge of Indigenous cultural perspectives is an asset.

Your new opportunity awaits; come and see what makes us one of Canadas top employers! Click here to join our team today. Please apply before July 4, 2023.
A little bit about us: Launched in 1999 as the first national Indigenous broadcaster in the world, APTN creates a window into the remarkably diverse mosaic of Indigenous Peoples. As a respected non-profit, charitable broadcaster and the only one of its kind in North America, we share our stories of authenticity, while connecting with our audience through genuine, inspiring, and engaging entertainment.
Heres what we can offer you: As a Top 100 employer in Canada, taking care of our people is our priority. In addition to our fun, flexible team environment our total rewards package includes: comprehensive company paid health and dental coverage, an employer matched - Defined Contribution pension plan and an employee/family assistance plan. Other highlights include a 35 hour work week as well as training & development assistance, which is highly encouraged. It is important to us, that we support you and your success during your time with us. Thats why our total rewards are designed to help you achieve overall balance personally and professionally, both now and into your future.
As an Indigenous employer, we encourage First Nations, Inuit, and M\xc3\xa9tis applicants to apply.