Manager, Events & Rentals

Date: October 27, 2026

Job Title: Manager, Events & Rentals

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

Reports to: Director, Creative Impact

Compensation: $55,000.00 to $60,000.00 per year

• Hours of Work:
• Hybrid – remote and in-person, Monday through Thursday (34 hours per week), weekends as needed

Application Deadline: November 9, 2026

Location: Canadian Film Centre, 2489 Bayview Avenue

About the CFC:

The Canadian Film Centre (CFC) is a charitable, cultural organization that drives the future of Canadian storytelling. Our intensive, hands-on programs in film, television and entertainment technologies empower, shape and advance opportunities for Canadian creators and entrepreneurs working in screen-based industries. Learn more at cfccreates.com .

What We Offer:

Compressed 34-hour work week over 4 days

Cell phone & internet allowance

Dental and Health benefits after 6 months of service

RRSP Matching Plan after 2 years of service

A diverse and inclusive workplace

Paid winter closure (2 weeks)

A beautiful eight-acre estate in the city to call your workplace

The opportunity to work with up-and-coming film and tv industry professionals

Job Summary:

The Manager, Events & Rentals, leads the planning and execution of all CFC events while overseeing facility rentals as a key revenue stream. This role is also responsible for obtaining and tracking donations in kind for the CFC’s high-profile events as well as securing and overseeing volunteers retained to work on the events. The position combines strategic planning with hands-on delivery to ensure high-quality events and sustainable revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Events Management

Plan, manage and execute all CFC signature events, industry events, public programs, and community initiatives, including CFC Homecoming, Gala, Showcases, In Conversation, screenings, and festivals

Support the Director, Creative Impact and the Creative Impact and Development team, with donor, partner, and alumni engagement

Develop event concepts and oversee delivery from planning through post-event reporting

Oversight of event rentals, vendors, suppliers, and service providers

Ensure cross-departmental initiatives involving Marketing & Communications and all other departments.

Rentals & Revenue Generation

Lead and implement the CFC facility rental strategy in collaboration with senior stakeholders

Secure and manage external rentals, including film/TV shoots, corporate events, weddings, and photography

Serve as the key on-site contact for all external rentals, managing logistics, invoicing, and internal coordination

Identify and pursue new revenue opportunities through rentals, partnerships, and location shoots

Evaluate rental opportunities against operational capacity and the organizational calendar

Volunteers & Interns

Lead the recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling and management of the volunteers and interns for major events

Ensure accurate tracking of volunteer hours and report DIK values to Finance

Contributors, Donors & Partners

Support the sourcing and stewardship in-kind contributions for the CFC Fundraising Gala and Homecoming

Manage auctions including prize procurement, fulfillment, and reporting

Track partner benefits and deliverables and follow up as required

Administration & Reporting

Overall responsibility for event and rental budgets, expenses, invoices and revenue tracking

Prepare and manage agreements, contracts, invoices, and tax receipts related to events, partnerships, and rentals

Work with the General Counsel to maintain standard rental agreements

Lead post-event reporting, analysis, and reconciliation with Finance and Creative Impact

Ensure that thank-you communications are prepared for sponsors, partners, and volunteers in a timely manner

Oversee event invitations and communications through Salesforce (CRM) together with the Communications & Social Media Coordinator

Maintain accurate Salesforce records for vendors, contributors, volunteers, and renters

Add new leads and update sponsorships and donations post-event

Attend Management meetings, Finance meetings and event meetings with Programs

Additional administration and reporting as determined by business needs

Qualifications and Skills:

3+ years of events management work experience

Self-starter with strong time management and organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to plan and execute projects within deadlines and budgets

A problem solver and comfortable working under pressure

Ability to manage many moving parts with close attention to detail

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint) and Salesforce

Previous experience training and managing volunteers

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume (PDF Format) https://canadianfilmcentre.bamboohr.com/careers by November 9, 2026 at 5:00 pm EST and indicate “Manager, Events & Rentals” in the subject line.

The CFC is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage interested applicants from all backgrounds to apply, including those that may not have all of the requested qualifications. We strive for equity in our policies and practices and are committed to providing accessible employment practices that follow the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [email protected] .

The CFC does not use artificial intelligence tools as part of the recruitment process. The hiring decisions will be made by human reviewers. This job opening is for an existing vacancy.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.