Company: Robert Half

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $170000 – 185000 per year

Job date: Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:04:51 GMT

Job description: Job Description:Our client, TIFF is looking for a Vice President, Market. The Vice President, Market defines and drives the strategic vision for TIFF’s new Content Market. This role leads the Market team in scaling the Market while delivering an experience that aligns to the excellence and innovation the organization is known for. The Vice President, Market will build and nurture relationships with key industry figures globally, and ensure the Market’s programs are inclusive and reflective of diverse cultural contexts. You will work closely with the Chief Programming Officer to bring this new initiative to fruition. This role will spearhead TIFF’s strong legacy of being the premiere hub that connects artists with industry.Responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the strategic vision, development, and execution of TIFF’s Market offering, including building, leading and scaling a new team to deliver.
• Business & Revenue Focus: Identify and drive new revenue streams, including sponsorships, partnerships, and pass sales.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Cultivate relationships with key industry figures and partners across the world.
• Event Production: Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of the Market event to a high standard of quality and efficiency, ensuring the execution of the event vision is realized in every aspect.
• Innovation & Growth: Drive innovation by introducing new features, digital solutions, partnerships, and activations that enhance the Market and increase its reach.
• Trends & Relevance: Stay informed on film/tv and adjacent industry trends.

Requirements:Who are we looking for?About youA strategic leader with a talent for partnerships, revenue growth, and seamless event integration. You collaborate across departments to align programming, marketing, and operations while fostering a high-performing, inclusive team. You are passionate about elevating TIFF’s Market on a global stage, and embody the spirit of TIFF as the Festival of Festivals.More specifically you will bring:

• Scale-up Leadership: Comfort leading in an environment that is not fully defined. Track record of leading diverse teams.
• Innovation & Change: Creative mindset with a passion for leading new ideas and driving change.
• Communication & Engagement: Effective at engaging with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
• Cultural Competence & Inclusion: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within diverse cultural contexts and promote an inclusive environment.
• Business Acumen: Experience in budgeting, financial planning, and data-informed decisions.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale events, and/or driving revenue growth & business plans.
• Strong understanding of the business behind the film and/or television industry.
• Track record of building a global network of sponsors, partners, and providers.

Job Summary: Vice President, Market at TIFF

The Vice President, Market will shape and implement the strategic vision for TIFF’s new Content Market, leading a team to enhance its scale and deliver exceptional experiences. Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic Leadership: Drive the development and execution of TIFF’s Market offerings, building and leading a new team.
• Business & Revenue Focus: Identify new revenue opportunities through sponsorships, partnerships, and ticket sales.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with industry leaders globally.
• Event Production: Oversee high-quality planning and execution of Market events.
• Innovation & Growth: Introduce new features and digital solutions to enhance the Market.
• Trends Awareness: Stay updated on film and TV industry trends.

Candidate Profile:

• Leadership: Proven experience in leading diverse teams in undefined environments.
• Innovation: Creative mindset with a passion for driving change and new ideas.
• Communication: Strong engagement skills across all levels of stakeholders.
• Cultural Competence: Ability to work within diverse contexts and promote inclusivity.
• Business Acumen: Background in budgeting, financial planning, and data-driven decisions.
• Event Management: Success in leading large events and driving revenue growth.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the film and television business and a global network of sponsors and partners.