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Lionsgate Canada’s television department is actively seeking a Department Coordinator to join the team. The Department Coordinator will provide administrative support to the leadership team as well as provide support with creative and development responsibilities as required. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the industry and have strong organizational skills, with a proactive attitude.

Key Responsibilities
Scheduling and Calendar Management

Manage all scheduling requirements for the President and SVP, Development

Assist with scheduling for the VP of Production, for non-production meetings

Oversee scheduling for the Director of Development and Manager of Scripted Development, as well as coordinating the Scripted Development team's activities

Coordinate pitch meetings with broadcasters and schedule writer generals and pitches with agencies

Arrange meetings with producers, writers, and industry professionals

Coordinate comprehensive trips to industry conferences, including meeting schedules, event logistics and travel.

Screen incoming requests to determine priority level, including visitors, phone calls, and incoming mail

Communication and Coordination

Facilitate key internal team meetings and coordinate with various team members as required

Handle document signatures via DocuSign and return them to the appropriate departments

Prepare and file monthly expense reports for the President, SVP of Development, and VP of Production

Organize catered lunches for team gatherings, broadcaster meetings, and C-suite events

Assist the communications team with corporate events and gift-giving





Download and distribute national television ratings to relevant stakeholders as needed

Create presentations for Town Halls and Board Meetings

Creative/Development

Track industry trends, broadcaster preferences, and streaming platform requirements

Update the slate database with weekly progress reports

Collaborate on submission tracking using AirTable

Develop slate overview documents for active projects and present them to key stakeholders

Research potential projects and create one-sheets for series concepts

Create pitch decks for presentations to broadcasters

Organize talent trackers in AirTable and ensure corresponding materials are up to date

Qualifications and Skills

1-3 years of administrative experience, preferably in the entertainment industry

Highly organized and dynamic, with ability to manage multiple tasks under tight time frames

A self-starter who is able to work both independently and function well within a team

Demonstrates strong independent judgment and a high degree of interpersonal effectiveness to be able to deal with stakeholders across various levels of the organization

Solid relationship builder with the ability to interact respectfully and confidently with internal colleagues and external contacts

Ability to manage efficiently in a multi-tasked environment and ensure deadlines are met by prioritizing workflow





Demonstrated discretion and confidence in dealing with highly sensitive matters

Excellent skills in Canva and MS Office, particularly with PowerPoint

Salary Range
$55,000 to $65,000

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

About Lionsgate Canada
Lionsgate Canada is a talent-driven leader in entertainment production and distribution, serving Canadian and global audiences with award-winning content and a massive film and television library. The studio has a rich legacy of producing high-quality Canadian content for the domestic market and audiences around the world. From global blockbusters to hidden gems, Lionsgate Canada also distributes fan-favorite television and series content across a vast catalogue.

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 accommodation.

Please be aware that Lionsgate Canada utilizes AI during our background check processes.

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📌 Department Coordinator, Television (Ontario)
🏢 Lionsgate
📍 Ontario