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About the Role

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.

Responsibilities

Plan, manage and execute all CFC signature events, industry events, public programs, and community initiatives.
Support 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Perform additional administration and reporting as determined by business needs.

Requirements

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.
Previous experience training and managing volunteers.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume (PDF Format) by November 9, 2026 at 5:00 pm EST and indicate “Manager, Events & Rentals” in the subject line.

Skills

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

Location

Canadian Film Centre, 2489 Bayview Avenue

Work Type

Permanent
Full-Time
Hybrid – remote and in-person
Monday through Thursday (34 hours per week), weekends as needed

Experience Level

3+ years of events management work experience

Salary/Compensations

$55,000.00 to $60,000.00 per year

Benefits

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
Paid winter closure (2 weeks)

About the Company

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.
A diverse and inclusive workplace
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

Equal Opportunity

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 hr@cfccreates.com.
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.