Are you experienced with and knowledgeable about the development, production financing and marketing of the screen-based industries (interactive digital media, film or television production)? Are you looking to combine your passion for these creative media industries with your commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion?
Do you have experience with business support programs/ financial practices and want to grow with an organization? Do you have an interest in assisting Ontario's creative media stakeholders in determining if they are eligible for tax credits so that more Canadian stories will be told?
If so, consider this exciting opportunity with Ontario Creates where you will have a direct impact on the economic development and financing of Ontario's creative media industries!
Note: This position is required to report to and work from the physical work location (175 Bloor St E, Toronto) a minimum of three days per week. Current hybrid work arrangements are subject to change.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
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About the job
In this role, you will:
• Review and analyze applications for tax credits and financing programs;
• Prepare documentation and recommendations around project and expenditure eligibility;
• Analyze budgets and review corporate financial information, financing, distribution and legal documentation;
• Respond to client inquiries and participate in key department activities and projects.
What you bring to the team
Technical Expertise:
• You have demonstrated knowledge of business and financial practices, including borrowing, accounting, public and private financing sources in Canada for the creative industries
• You have knowledge of financing and tax credit programs, and related regulations and legislation (e.g. Income Tax Act)
• You have knowledge of creative media sectors to determine eligibility of applicant projects and to maintain on-going liaison with clients and key industry players, and to promote the tax credits and financing programs and services in relation to the needs of stakeholders
Problem Solving, Analytical and Research Skills:
• You can analyze a range of issues and develop recommendations
• You can review, analyze and monitor applicant projects, expenditures and reports, legal documents and agreements
• You have excellent problem solving and organizational skills
Communication, Interpersonal and Presentation Skills:
• You have communication and interpersonal skills to provide information and advice, explain regulations, legislation and policies, and discuss issues and concerns regarding applications
• You can prepare and present recommendations to senior management and represent the department to industry groups
• You have written communication skills to prepare a wide range of materials, including reports, application forms, program guidelines and information sheets, and coordinate workshops and seminars
Organizational, Planning and Computer Skills:
• You can manage conflicting priorities and deadlines, and ensure work is delivered in a timely and effective manner
• You have experience using common computer software packages and databases (e.g., Word, Excel and Access)