Bilingual Newsletter Coordinator (Part-Time Contract) 

Term: Contract (Part-Time) 
Start Date: At the earliest availability 
Location: Remote role (based in Manitoba) 
Compensation: This is a paid contract position. The hourly rate will be based on the candidate’s experience and skill level. Each issue is estimated to require 10 hours of work. 
Deadline to apply: June 25, 2025 

Overview 

On Screen Manitoba is seeking a Part-Time Contract Bilingual Newsletter Coordinator to manage the production of In Focus, our bi-weekly newsletter.  

The ideal candidate is a Francophone or bilingual communicator with strong writing skills in both French and English and a clear understanding of Manitoba’s media production industry. (Note: English-only candidates may be considered if they demonstrate exceptional writing ability and local industry knowledge.) 

This contract role involves writing short bilingual news snippets, selecting photos, formatting layout and publishing in Mailchimp, in collaboration with On Screen Manitoba’s Membership and Communications Specialist.
 

Responsibilities 

• Manage the production process for In Focus newsletter, released every two weeks 

• Research and gather timely news from Manitoba and the national media production industry 

• Write concise newsletter blurbs in French and English 

• Work closely with OSM’s Membership and Communications Specialist to align content and tone 

• Select and format visuals (cropping, resizing, basic editing in Canva) 

• Format content in MailChimp 

• Upload and schedule publication in MailChimp
  

Qualifications 

• Strong writing and editing skills in French and English. Francophone or fully bilingual candidates preferred; strong English-only candidates may be considered. 

• Knowledge of Manitoba’s media production industry 

• Awareness of national industry developments (e.g., CRTC, CMF, Telefilm, festivals) 

• Experience using MailChimp and Canva  

• Consistent, deadline-driven workflow across multi-step process 

• Organized, detail-oriented and self-directed 

• Previous experience in newsletter production or industry communications is an asset 

  TO APPLY: Send a short cover letter outlining your fit for the role, along with a CV and a writing sample (ideally a newsletter or similar communications project) to info@onscreenmanitoba.com. 

  The deadline to apply is June 25, 2025. 

On Screen Manitoba is committed to equity in employment. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, women and members of other equity-deserving groups. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. 

About In Focus 

In Focus is On Screen Manitoba’s bi-weekly bilingual newsletter. It highlights industry news, opportunities, member achievements, and training updates. Widely read across Manitoba’s media production community, In Focus supports visibility, connection and growth for the sector. 

About On Screen Manitoba 

On Screen Manitoba is the industry association for more than 2,000 filmmakers, producers, creators, crew, unions, festivals and service suppliers working in Manitoba’s media production sector. 

Our members create content in English, French and Indigenous languages—and benefit from some of the most competitive production incentives in Canada. 

We advocate, drive and foster creative collaborations, and are committed to building an inclusive, vibrant and innovative media production industry.