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Job Title


Producer for YouTube


Company : Hafu Media Inc.


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2025-04-14


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About Us Were the team behind Hafu Go , one of the Top 5 fastest-growing YouTube channels in Canada , with 11M+ subscribers and over 3B views worldwide . Our content pulls in 300M+ views every month , blending science, tech, and chaos into some of the most viral experiments on the internet. Were a high-performance, creator-led production company operating at internet speed. Our small team tackles large-scale concepts with precision, urgency, and creativitydelivering videos that captivate millions. Now, were looking for a seasoned Producer to take our execution to the next level. The Role Were hiring a full-time Producer to lead and manage the execution of our videos, from concept approval through to final upload. You will oversee all aspects of pre-production, production, post-production, and cross-team communication. This is a high-responsibility production role. Youre expected to come in with a strong command of production workflows, team coordination, and operational leadership. Your job is to ensure every shoot happens on time, under budget, and at the highest possible quality. Key ResponsibilitiesProject & Cross-Team Management Own the full video pipeline: ideation pre-production filming editing upload Coordinate across teams: ideas, editing, filming, short-form, thumbnails, and assistants Maintain up-to-date project trackers on Monday.com, Gantt charts, and production calendars Run weekly production check-ins and enforce accountability across all departments Pre-Production Translate approved video concepts into structured timelines and shoot plans Build shot lists, production schedules, and resource requirements Source and purchase all materials, props, tools, gear, and rentals Book and confirm locations, permits, and participant availability Prepare legal documents (waivers, NDAs, release forms) Create and manage budgets for each video and maintain spending records Production Lead execution on shoot days: call times, logistics, gear, crew, and schedule management Ensure production objectives are met within time and resource constraints Anticipate problems and implement solutions in real-time Support the shooter, assistants, and creator to maintain momentum on set Post-Production & Editing Management Manage editing timelines: rough cuts, revision cycles, and final deliveries Coordinate file handoffs, ensure correct backups, folder structure, and labeling Act as the point of contact between editors, the creator, and the thumbnail designer Track progress toward publishing dates and enforce delivery deadlines Maintain organized archives for all raw and finished assets Team & Contractor Oversight Recruit, schedule, and manage freelance support (shooters, assistants, editors, builders, etc) Maintain a vetted contractor roster with availability, rates, and notes Assign tasks and follow up to ensure quality control and timeline adherence Oversee the day-to-day responsibilities of the Production Assistant and Shooter Collaboration & Outreach Reach out to creators, companies, experts, and guests for collabs or appearances Coordinate logistics for external collaborators: travel, timing, communication Track outreach efforts and maintain professional relationships Serve as the operational face of the company in external partnerships Studio & Workflow Operations Oversee gear management, prop organization, and studio cleanliness Refine SOPs and workflows to reduce friction and increase efficiency Build repeatable systems that scale with team growth and output volume Requirements 24+ years experience in a production or project management role (YouTube, digital, film, or branded content) Strong track record managing end-to-end production across multiple concurrent projects Experience coordinating filming, editing, and publishing workflows Proven ability to manage timelines, budgets, crews, and contractors Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Must be based in Toronto and available full-time, in person What You Get Core leadership role in one of Canadas top-performing content companies Ownership over the execution of videos watched by millions globally A fast-moving, no-fluff environment with high creative standards A path to grow into Head of Production or Senior Ops leadership Location: Toronto (in-person) Type: Full-time Start Date: ASAP Compensation: $50,000$70,000/year , based on experience