Business Agent

IATSE Local 856 represents a talented and experienced membership, many of whom have worked in Manitoba?s thriving film and television industry for over fifteen years ? contributing to everything from movies of the week and holiday specials to acclaimed TV series and major motion pictures. The Local is committed to developing and supporting a highly skilled workforce while promoting Manitoba-based talent on a national and international stage. For candidates exploring this opportunity, it?s an exciting time to join a respected organization that offers strong industry connections, excellent training opportunities, and a clear pathway to success in film and television production.

Our client seeks a strategic leader with extensive experience managing the full spectrum of organizational operations, including financial oversight, human resources, labor relations, and stakeholder engagement within the film and television industry. Responsibilities include daily management of all core functions?overseeing budget development and financial controls, supervising staff and contract personnel, coordinating professional training initiatives, and ensuring compliance with provincial and federal labor legislation. Plays a key role in aligning operational activities with the Local?s mission to support and represent its members, while maintaining strong relationships with industry partners, government bodies, and union leadership at local, national, and international levels.

Responsibilities :

Collective Agreements & Industry Relations

• Oversee, negotiate, and enforce Collective Agreements with employers and industry partners.
• Manage all workplace situations involving the interpretation or application of the Collective Agreement.
• Lead external communications including social media, newsletters, and member updates.
• Represent the Local at national and international industry markets, festivals, and conferences.
• Assisting in the design and implementation of improvement to accounting workflows
• Supports ad hoc projects that add value to the organization

Human Resources & Staff Development

Financial Oversight & Budgeting

Governance & Board Relations

Qualifications

TO APPLY :

If you would like more information about IATSE Local 856, please contact Teri Berry, Senior Consultant at (204) 232-7171, to apply submit your resume in confidence to tberry@tipipartners.com quoting #25240.

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