PROJECT MANAGER, MARKET
Contract
Full-Time
TIFF - THE MARKET
TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home - TIFF Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film.
TIFF: The Market will expand TIFF’s presence as a global hub for screen-based storytelling and reinforce its role as a global entertainment industry leader. It will connect creators, buyers, and audiences, while elevating Canadian and international talent and fostering collaboration across film, series, and innovative content.
TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation.
We encourage you to reflect on the land that you are on, who the traditional keepers of the land are, what the treaty relationship is, or if it’s unceded territory. TIFF is located on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, the Wendat, and the Haudenosaunee. We are grateful to work on this land.
We are currently hiring for the position of:
PROJECT MANAGER, MARKET
Reporting to: Senior Director, Business Enablement & Operations; Head of Market
TIFF: The Market is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a high-profile launch initiative. This role is responsible for coordinating the planning and execution of a complex, cross-functional program in partnership with senior leaders and key stakeholders across the organization.
The Project Manager will oversee multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment to scope, timelines, and deliverables from planning through launch. This includes developing and maintaining integrated project plans, coordinating dependencies across teams, and ensuring that work progresses in a structured and accountable manner.
A key aspect of this role is establishing clarity and consistency within a fast-paced and evolving environment. The Project Manager will ensure that priorities are clearly defined, risks and issues are proactively managed, and leadership has timely visibility into program status to support effective decision-making.
This position requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder environments. The successful candidate will have experience delivering cross-functional initiatives and the ability to bring structure, focus, and discipline to high-visibility programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Shall include but not be limited to:
Program Planning & Delivery
Own and maintain the integrated program plan, including milestones, timelines, dependencies, and key delivery checkpoints
Drive coordination across multiple workstreams to ensure alignment with launch goals and priorities
Translate high-level objectives into clear, actionable plans that teams can execute against
Keep momentum across the program by tracking progress, identifying gaps, and removing friction
Partner with leaders and teams to ensure plans remain realistic, aligned, and delivery-focused
Coordinate and manage deliverables and presentation materials across diverse departments such as operations, sales, and others
Stakeholder Alignment & Coordination
Act as the central point of coordination across internal and external stakeholders
Facilitate alignment across teams to ensure everyone is working toward shared outcomes
Ability to lead/chair key meetings and inspire cross-functional teams without direct line authority
Support leadership with clear, timely visibility into progress, priorities, and upcoming decisions
Prepare and support leadership updates, check-ins, and cross-functional planning sessions
Help ensure the right conversations are happening at the right time to keep work moving forward
Risk, Issue & Dependency Management
Proactively identify risks, blockers, and dependencies that could impact delivery
Work with teams to develop practical solutions and keep work unblocked
Escalate issues when needed, with clear context and recommended paths forward
Maintain a clear, real-time view of program health and readiness
Launch Planning & Execution
Support end-to-end planning and coordination for a major launch event or initiative
Ensure all workstreams remain aligned to timelines, goals, and operational requirements
Coordinate readiness activities leading up to launch and track completion of key deliverables
Help manage last-minute adjustments and rapid problem-solving during execution
Contribute to delivering a seamless, high-impact launch experience
JOB GRADE & SALARY:
TARGET CONTRACT DATES:
WORK LOCATION:
Office Location: 350 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5
Weekly in-office requirements:
Festival Office Requirements: Full Time during Festival
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
5–8+ years of project or program management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
Experience working with senior leaders and navigating shifting priorities
Proven success delivering large-scale events, launches, or fast-paced, high-pressure programs from planning through execution
Strong ability to lead and align multiple teams across complex, interdependent workstreams
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including executive-level updates and presentations
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail under pressure
Experience driving end-to-end project execution, including planning, tracking, and dependency management
Ability to manage structured delivery processes including meeting cadences, action tracking, and follow-ups
Experience developing governance artifacts such as RACI matrices, status reports, and decision logs
Familiarity with risk management frameworks including risk registers, mitigation plans, and escalation paths
Proficiency with project management tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, Jira, Monday.com, or Microsoft Project
Comfort using collaboration tools such as Excel/Google Sheets, SharePoint/Drive, Teams, Slack, and PowerPoint
VACANCY:
HOW TO SUBMIT & APPLICATION DEADLINE:
All applications must be submitted online through TIFF’s Career Centre.
Please upload your cover letter and resumé as PDF(s), before the deadline of Friday July 31st, 2026.
CLOSING:
We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted.
Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time.TIFF regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas; however, TIFF considers and welcomes individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position. For consideration to those on time-limited Visa status, your Visa must allow you to complete the full contract.
TIFF may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.
TIFF is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee has the opportunity to realize their potential. As such, we welcome and encourage applicants who identify as racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender identities.
If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistance during the application process, please contact us in advance at
[email protected]. We strive to provide reasonable accommodations whenever requested.
