Specialist, Production Planning, Scripted (English Services)

Position Title:

Specialist, Production Planning, Scripted (English Services)

Status of Employment:

Permanent

Position Language Requirement:

English

Language Skills:

English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. 
 
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2026-11-18 11:59 PM

Reporting to the Production Planning Sr. Advisor, this Specialist role will assist in reviewing paperwork, creating tracking documentation and liaising with internal and external stakeholders across scripted independent projects. The primary responsibilities of the Specialist will include supporting the assessment of creative content to ensure production plans and budgets align with CBC creative guidelines and business objectives. 

Under senior guidance, the Specialist will track standard production documents, such as schedules, daily reports, cost reports, and audits, to monitor progress, flag risks to the Senior Planner, and keep internal and external stakeholders updated throughout all production phases.

 The Specialist will also be responsible for creating and maintaining specialized tracking documents to ensure all project metrics and reporting remain organized and up to date. Additionally, the Junior Specialist will help gather data, and track production patterns to support the team in identifying efficiencies for both current and future programs. This will include titles from both Scripted Comedy and Drama, production and development, as well as Films and Digital Originals.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage the intake and organization of production documentation, including options, development and production budgets, cashflows and cost reports, and detailed script breakdowns.
• Review production-related documents identifying any discrepancies and/or concerns that deviate from the CBC business model or creative expectations.
• Research and organize documentation related to Canadian funding agencies, tax credit guidelines and International Treaty Co-production requirements for upcoming projects.
• Research and organize documentation related to professional development and affiliated organizations such as the ISO, the BSO, the DSO and other relevant  industry stakeholders.
• Coordinate sensitive and confidential information across various departments and external stakeholders, including assisting with maintaining and updating confidential departmental records and databases.
• Ensure completion, preparation and distribution of specialized reports.
• Create, maintain and update internal tracking systems for content and talent to support key metrics reporting on areas such as CMF allocation tracking, mentorship & training initiatives and diversity metrics.
• Organizing, coordinating and attending meetings, briefing sessions and other appointments as required.
• Provide all manner of department support.

We are looking for a candidate with the following: 

• Post-secondary education and at least two years experience performing similar administrative or coordination duties and/or relevant experience (includes internships, job shadowing and learning spaces - e.g. BIPOC workshops).
• Familiarity with Canadian funding and tax credit guidelines.
• Knowledge of performer and other talent/labour collective agreements (i.e. ACTRA, WGC, DGC, IATSE, NABET and AF of M).
• Knowledge of industry-related production and accounting principles and practices including understanding of reading/analyzing cost reports, production/post schedules and production paperwork.
• Strong knowledge of up-to-date television production/post production processes and business practices.
• Demonstrated strong and accurate analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Proficiency in G-Suite (Gmail, Docs, Drive, etc.) and knowledge of experience with computer applications, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage financial tracking and reporting and assist in administration of management projects.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Discretion, diplomacy and tact in communications with staff and/or managers at all levels of the organization.
• An understanding of the Canadian and International linear and digital content available to Canadians, and how Canadians consume media.
• Set visits and some travel may be required.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

When applying please format cover letters and resumes as follows:  First name, Last name,resume/cover letter.pdf.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
 

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:  

• A mandatory Criminal record check. 

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca.
 
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:

Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time