Production Manager, Commercial

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.

Job Description

In the Production Manager role, you are a detail-oriented leader who is passionate about the optimization of production resources and projects. Under the leadership and direction of the Sr.Producer , you will support the Commercial Production team. You will establish, maintain and enhance processes for better workflow. You will work closely to ensure process are upheld, and workflow is streamlined. You will build and develop relationships with internal partners and business leaders to establish and improve processes and communication. You will see every project through from pre-production to post-production, actualizing & wrapping projects and aiding in quarterly reporting.

Contract Length: 10 Months

• Participate in project and campaign ideation, helping cost out proposed partner projects and set up vendor relationships to facilitate ultimate delivery.
• Manage vendor relationships, seeking out quotations, bids, etc.
• Create contracts and work agreements for all Production. Companies, Freelance Shooters, Talent, and General Production Crew.
• Create and implement budget trackers with the Sr.Producer & Jr.Producer for all projects, ultimately closing them out with final actualized budgets for Finance.
• Oversee all travel bookings & per diems for crew and talent, should they be required.
• Host all Production meetings in the lead up to project completion from the moment of approval, working as a hinge between the Commercial Creative team and outside vendors with lead direction from Sr.Producer.
• Work alongside finance team to ensure project budgets stay in-line, answering all questions on what has been spent and what cashflow is needed per month..
• Work to code all invoices coming into the proper budget and have Sr.Producer sign off on each invoice before submitting to Accounts Payable.
• Make sure every freelancer has a contract that accurately reflects their work; either a simplified Service of Work Agreement if work is being done outside of MLSE-owned facilities or work with HR to get Service of Work Agreements drafted for work done on MLSE-owned properties.
• Liaise with legal on all (contracts, agreements, waivers, talent & location releases, etc).
• Implement clear guidelines on production expenses for Freelance Production Manager and Production Coordinators.
• Acts as core point of conduct with relevant production bodies, ensuring MLSE follows industry best practices.
• Manage any Certificate of Insurance requests for production shoots, including equipment and location rentals.
• To confirm budget-code from the partner before any work starts.
• Share a final budget with Partnership Rep following the wrap of a project.
• Actualize and prepare wrap books at the end of every project.
• Assist with providing waivers to potential talents on screen (make sure GP & legal are in-line with the language).
• Work closely with Casting Director/Talent Agents on legality, contract & term dates for their likeness & usage.
• Manage photography & post-production licensing for Commercial Campaign initiatives.
• Be the liaison between internal & external vendors (re: location/MLSE employees/Venue Ops).
• Always looking for new talents/creative to join the team. Adding their names in the Agency Freelance Database (not a must but nice to have).
• Facilitate & lead quarterly financial reporting for the Commercial Production team.
• Implement and track Business Affairs, and Production Standards (releases, contracts, compliance questionnaires etc.,)

Qualifications

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qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years in a leadership role working on medium to large scale projects that involve creative teams in Video, brand, marketing and/or creative agency environment.
• Experience working in Production.
• Shown client and creative management experience in marketing and/or a creative environment.
• Ability to communicate and present effectively.
• Excellent listening and negotiation skills
• Outstanding organization skills and consistency meeting deadlines.
• Budget tracking and reconciliation: lead project estimates, budget spends, internal resourcing and project management.
• Understanding of Oracle, Microsoft Office & AirTable (or other project management tool) is an asset.
• Experience with financial reporting systems, ability to read and work with GL and P/L.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as the need arises.
• Ability to assess the scope of work, troubleshoot quickly, and take hands-on action as needed.

Additional Information

Apply by: May 22, 2024

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

At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email . Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.