The Writers Guild of Canada (WGC) represents more than 2,500 professional English-language screenwriters across Canada. Our members are the creators of stories that entertain and inspire audiences on every screen.
The WGC negotiates and administers collective agreements, advocates on policy issues that advance the interest of Canadian screenwriters, celebrates and promotes its members including hosting the annual WGC Screenwriting Awards, organizes professional development opportunities and social events for its members.
The WGC works with stakeholders in the creative industry across Canada and with writers’ guilds around the world.
Senior-level
$100, 000+
THE POSITION
Join this progressive, national organization in supporting its 2,500-person membership of professional screenwriters.
The Director of Finance & IT is part of the senior management team and manages our departments of Finance, Remittance and Information Technology. They will assist in overseeing the operations for WGC and the Canadian Screenwriters Collection Society (CSCS).
This position reports to the Executive Director and currently oversees six (6) staff. The position attends meetings of Council, the National Writers Forum, Investment Committee and represents the WGC on external committees (such as AFBS Fraternal Benefit Society Board of Governors) and completes other tasks as required by the Executive Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Finance
Remittances
Information Technology (for WGC and CSCS)
Operations
COMPENSATION
A competitive compensation package including base salary (range between $130,000 to $140,000), comprehensive medical and dental coverage, a generous RRSP contribution, and flexible vacation and sick leave will be provided.
The WGC office is located in downtown Toronto. Work is predominantly remote, but must be willing to attend the WGC office, events and travel as required.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES
We invite candidates to apply by email with your cover letter and résume no later than Friday, April 18th, 2025.
Send to Searchlight Partners: WGC@searchlightpartnersgroup.com
The WGC is an equal-opportunity employer and committed to fair and accessible employment practices. We strongly support and value diversity in the workplace.
Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome, and individuals from equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply.
We thank applicants for their interest, however; only those advancing in the process will be contacted.