TALENT LIAISON
Contract
Full-time
Festival Programming
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 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:
TALENT LIAISON
Talent Liaison plays a vital role in executing a world-class guest and talent experience, working with Festival Programming and internal teams to ensure a welcoming and professional experience for attending filmmakers, VIPs, and executives at TIFF 2026 events. The Talent Liaison is responsible for planning and onsite support for guest hospitality, ensuring our talent feels welcomed, informed, and supported. The ideal candidate excels at logistics and planning, and is an exceptional and professional communicator with experience hosting artists and filmmakers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Shall include but not be limited to:
Talent Hospitality & Onsite Support
Provide onsite support at Festival Programming events (e.g. filmmaker cocktails and dinners) during Festival; act as a point of escalation for the Festival Programming team stakeholders and talent
Welcome and host filmmakers at TIFF events, as required
Accompany film teams for red carpet photo opportunities and through the red carpet lounge, as required
Event Coordination & Administration
Work with Festival Programming team to manage guest lists and guest logistics for filmmaker events during Festival
Coordinate schedules, book reservations with hospitality partners, and liaise with talent teams as required to schedule Festival Programming events
Provide administrative and logistical support for high-level talent at the TIFF Awards Ceremony and TIFF Tribute Awards including drafting and executing event invitations, managing RSVPs, guest agreements, event itineraries, dietary restrictions, and accessibility needs
Assist with other Festival initiatives and Festival Programming team responsibilities as required
Compile a detailed post-mortem report
JOB GRADE & SALARY:
Job Grade 2
$30/hour
Our salary ranges reflect the range of skills and experience required for the role. Typically, candidates new to the role are positioned up to the midpoint of the range, with progression through the range based on performance and development over time. The top of the salary band is for employees who consistently demonstrate high performance in their role.
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:
Minimum 3-4 years experience within a Festival or large scale cultural event
Demonstrated experience supporting and hosting high-level artists, filmmakers, talent, and industry members
Familiarity with the film industry and international cinema
Demonstrated organizational, event, and project management skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritize
Strong, effective and professional communication and interpersonal skills
Mature personal judgment, exhibiting a high level of professionalism and diplomacy, and ability to handle confidential information
Ability to handle challenging situations and people with a positive, problem-solving attitude
Enjoys fast-paced work environment that requires multi-tasking, a willingness to adapt to shifting priorities and circumstances
Proficient computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite
Experience with front of house venue operations and hosting an asset
Experience working on red carpets an asset
Must be able to work onsite, without conflicts between September 10 - 20, 2026. Expect to be active throughout the shifts during August and September. Mostly indoors but some outdoor activity may be required during the Festival - rain or shine.
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 June 18, 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.
