Media Advisor

At the Department of Economic Development, our mandate is to develop a sustainable and competitive Yukon economy to enrich the quality of life of all Yukoners; to pursue economic initiatives with a shared vision of prosperity, partnerships and innovation; and to forge partnerships with First Nations in the economic development of the territory.

From advising small businesses to attracting investment, we connect our clients with the right people and resources to turn good ideas into reality. We provide analysis and insight that inform smart decision-making and assist clients as they access government supports. We are here to help businesses, industries and communities to see the big picture, envision the future of the Yukon economy, and find a path forward.

Yukon Media Development supports the development of the Yukon film, TV, and media sector and music industry through marketing, mentorship/training and the provision of financial incentives. We assist Yukon businesses to capitalize on opportunities within the media industries and to further projects that provide economic benefit to Yukon.

We are currently looking for a self-motivated individual with experience in music and/or film, TV, and media production and financing to join our team. This person should enjoy working independently and be interested in working with local, national and international clients. This individual, with their strong communication skills, will have experience interpreting and applying program policies and guidelines, and possess the ability to remain professional and diplomatic when dealing with the occasionally dissatisfied clients.

For information about applying on an Economic Development competition, contact HR consultant Attinder.sidhu@yukon .ca

For more information about this job, contact Neil Macdonald, Manager, Media Development at neil.macdonald@yukon.ca.

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications - specifically - how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential qualifications shown below. Ensure a month/year format is used for each work experience. Note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.[C1]

• Post-secondary education in film, TV, and media production; sound recording; music production; similar creative and cultural industry; business; marketing; communications or related field.
• Significant experience working in the film, TV, and media sector or sound recording/music industry, preferably in a producer, production manager, or business affairs role.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully interpret and apply policies and guidelines, preferably in a government setting.
• Experience working with financial management systems, performing financial information analysis and undertaking financial report preparation.
  

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Strong oral and written communication skills, with experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience working with music and film, TV, and media budgets, financing agreements and cost reports.
• Experience managing financial resources, and providing financial reporting.
• Strong ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and partnerships with key internal government contacts, partner organizations, private sector businesses, clients, and coworkers.
• Ability to think critically, analyze a broad variety of funding applications against policy and guidelines, and make reasoned recommendations.

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Additional Information

• Travel within the Territory is required. Occasional travel to other domestic and international locations is also expected.

Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Job Requirements: Ability to travel in Yukon, nationally, and internationally

Term anticipatory permanent