Producer / Production Manager

CanadaHelps has a mission to spark generosity and power positive change. As part of this work, we are developing video content to inspire Canadians to engage with the work of charities, as well as with their communities. In 2025, we released a PSA, a series of real interviews on generosity, and have previously produced a series of videos highlighting charities' impact. We're seeking someone with experience working as a producer, and with a passion for social impact, to join our team for an 18-month contract to help advance the next phase of this work. This role will be part of the Office of the CEO, reporting to the SVP Community and Strategic Initiatives.

This role is GTA-based and remote, with some in-person meetings required in Central downtown Toronto. Occasional travel and weekend work may be required due to events and partnerships. Ample notice will be provided. The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000 CAD.

Responsibilities:

Developing and executing on all aspects of a new program leveraging video storytelling in service of our mission to spark generosity and power positive change, including:

Logistics

• Translate strategic and creative concepts into actionable production plans
• Manage program logistics, timelines, and operations, from the planning, to execution, and wrap up, ensuring project is kept to timelines and budget
• Manage project budgets, optimizing resources to achieve strategic goals
• Working with leader to set success metrics and reporting on results
• Handle administrative duties including expense reports, invoicing, and working with the legal department on contracts

Relationships

• Recruiting and supporting program participants and volunteers; developing partnerships with aligned organizations to fulfill program needs; selecting appropriate vendors
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders, and external partners and vendors, and owning stakeholder relationships
• Developing and maintaining relevant sector and industry contacts

Communications

• Communicate proactively and confidently and collaborate with internal cross-functional teams, departments, and internal and external stakeholders, setting expectations, resolving blockers, and ensuring alignment throughout the project.

Qualifications:

• 5 years experience in a range of producer or similar roles, such as production manager, with a network in the Canadian film industry
• Demonstrated experience putting together and managing a complex production schedule, budgets, scheduling, and project management.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, autonomy, and ownership of projects and willing to be hands-on
• Strong knowledge of film production, including creating for digital video production
• Accustomed to working with and understanding the needs of various internal and external partners
• Ability to speak to a wide range of audiences and with strong presentation and writing skills
• Ability to work well as an independent collaborator and as a team
• A love for local storytelling, strong editorial instincts, and a desire to thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
• French is a strong asset
• Knowledge of the charitable landscape a strong asset
• Must be willing to travel with flexibility of weekend / evening hours for events

Start date: mid-February month contract role, pending funding approval.

A cover letter is required in the application process. Please include your experience, interest and link(s) to your portfolio.

What to Expect:

• Apply (Resume + Cover Letter)
• Phone screen (People & Culture) - 20 mins
• Interviews (+ possible assessment) - 2 x 45 mins - includes meeting the Hiring Manager
• Offer (verbal, then written)
• Background check
• Welcome to CanadaHelps