Head of Development

CineFlix Daily

. Lead a bold, commissioning-focused development strategy .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaLead💰 CA$150,000 - CA$200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates exceptional creative vision and storytelling instincts, with a proven track record of developing and pitching distinctive programming for major Canadian and US buyers. Possesses strong leadership skills to inspire and build high-performing creative teams in a collaborative development culture.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Creative VisionStorytelling InstinctsLeadership ExperienceDevelopment StrategyUnscripted Market Understanding

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Hard Skills

Development StrategyPitchingCommissioningProgramming DevelopmentEditorial Judgement

Soft Skills

Inspiring LeadershipCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Canadian MarketUS MarketUnscripted ProgrammingCreative PartnershipsBroadcasting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spark

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a bold, commissioning-focused development strategy
Inspire the development team to generate original ideas, write compelling decks, create standout sizzles and pitch with impact
Build a dynamic slate of distinctive, scalable and returnable programming
Identify exceptional stories, talent, IP and access-driven opportunities
Shape projects from the first spark of an idea through pitching, sale and greenlight
Build strong creative partnerships with broadcasters, streamers, producers and talent
Work closely with the London team to package and pitch projects for the global market
Create an ambitious, collaborative development culture where the strongest ideas can thrive
Report to the President, Productions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record of multiple recent commissions with major Canadian and/or US buyers
Deep, current relationships with commissioners, buyers and creative talent
Exceptional creative vision, editorial judgement and storytelling instincts
Strong understanding of the Canadian and US unscripted market
Demonstrated success developing and pitching distinctive, returnable programming
Inspiring leadership style and experience building high-performing creative teams
Production experience in the field or edit is an asset
Resume and cover letter required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment
Accommodations available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process