Producer, Magic Circle Workshop

Producer

imagi(nation)

We’re bold, creative, pushing boundaries, sparking innovation and creating the extraordinary on the daily. Our entrepreneurial spirit and passion drives us to find new paths for some of the most recognized brands in the world. We act locally for global impact. We take risks. We empower. We go beyond.

To those who won’t settle for the expected—you’ve found your crew.

We’re on the lookout for someone unique. A person with drive, passion and energy to create something great. Magic Circle Workshop is a full scale production studio, with end-to-end video and photography services that stand alone and integrate seamlessly with Cossette and our broader network, Plus Company. With national reach, a full service team, and an unparalleled network of creatives, we make beautiful work, at scale.

Transparency matters to us. For this role, you can expect a salary between $60,000-80,000 annually, depending on experience. This is for an existing vacancy.

As a Producer at Magic Circle Workshop, you will produce jobs across social, OLV, radio, broadcast and/or special projects. You will report to the Senior Director of Video Production and work closely with our creative and business departments across the network, acting as an expert in the room on all things production. If you are creative, meticulously detailed oriented and a multi-tasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, then we want you to apply!

Role:

• The Producer takes full charge of supervising production projects from start to finish, ensuring their planning, execution, and finalization. They work in close collaboration with creative and strategic teams to optimize processes and deliver productions that meet client expectations. The role requires a global vision and deep expertise to guide projects toward success while managing resources and maintaining MCW’s level of quality.

End-to-End Project Supervision:

• As a Producer, you are responsible for the end-to-end management of projects. This includes defining objectives, scheduling timelines and budgets, and supervising all stages of production. You are the central point of contact and primary coordination lead between various internal teams and external partners (e.g., production companies).
  
  

Process Optimization and Resource Management:

• You take a strategic approach to optimizing workflows and ensuring the efficient use of resources. You are responsible for regularly reassessing production processes to create efficiencies and reduce costs, while always keeping the delivery of a memorable product in mind.
  
  

Leadership and Broad Collaboration:

• With your knowledge and expertise, you guide teams, fostering a collaborative work environment and encouraging team members to give their best. You know how to rally internal teams, and you work closely with clients to ensure their satisfaction.
  
  

Innovation and Technological Evolution:

• By staying on top of the latest technologies and trends, you propose innovative solutions to improve productions, skillfully juggling efficiency and product quality. You use modern tools, including those incorporating artificial intelligence, to streamline processes and deliver cutting-edge creative solutions to internal teams and clients.
  
  

Quality and Impact of Deliverables:

• You ensure that every deliverable and project meets the quality standards established at MCW, while ensuring projects reach their full creative potential. You are a key contributor to strategic decisions aimed at maximizing the impact of productions.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• A background in a creative agency role, with other production experience advantageous (film & TV, production company, social content).
• 4+ years of live action video production experience across social, digital & broadcast.
• Experience in managing multiple projects at once.
• Understanding of local union mandates like ACTRA / UDA
• Superb organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience in Adobe Creative Suite and PM software is advantageous.
• Ability to lead projects, collaborate with teams and be a valued and respected member of the team.
• Toronto-based with flexibility to work extended hours and/or weekends to meet project deadlines (when necessary).

What’s in it for you:

We value the ‘whole you’

• An innovative and entrepreneurial work environment that promotes ingenuity and individuality - with the best of colleagues, and the best of clients
• Hybrid work models and flexible hours, plus a work from anywhere policy for short-term stays in other regions
• Generous Vacation starting at 3 weeks + 1 extra week over the holidays
• Agency summer days (exact policy differs per campus and agency)
• Modern, open co-working spaces with coffee & snack bars, located in great city neighborhoods, close to shops and restaurants and easy access to public transport
• Dogs allowed, dedicated Play Room to support families and Private wellness room (in select offices)
• Team social events - holiday parties, seasonal gatherings, weekly happy hours, inspiring speakers and more!
  
  

We are obsessed with learning and being better humans

• In-house learning & development sessions and annual career and growth conversations’
• Access to internal network of opportunities across all agencies
• Focus on developing BIMPOC Talent via our BIMPOC Mentorship Program
• Internal EDI group(s), programs & initiatives across Plus Company and opportunities to be involved in employee resource group(s)

Check out our EDI report to learn more about our work and commitment towards equity.

We invest in your health and wellness:

• Flexible benefits to support your individual lifestyle and life stage – with access to a personal wellness spending account you can use for a wide range of wellness expenses, including gym membership fees, pet care, education expenses, and much more!
• Comprehensive mental health support including access to a virtual mental health therapy clinic providing you with personalized therapist guided iCBT programs and live therapy, access to health clinicians 24/7, and a holistic array of other health and wellness resources to support you and your family.
• Dedicated play rooms for days you need to bring the kids and health and wellness rooms when you need a place to get grounded.
• A responsible sick & personal absence days policy designed so you don't have to worry the moment a personal obligation or emergency arises.
• Maternity leave top up program.

Expiry Date Notice: This job description expires on August 7th

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Creating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Not only are these provisions protected by provincial and federal law, embracing difference is what makes Cossette what it is—and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the interview process to make it work for you, let us know.

By joining Cossette , you become part of Plus Company, a unique partnership of forward-thinking creative agencies. As a network, we unabashedly believe anything is possible. Why? Because possibility is what powers the big dreams and limitless drive of an entrepreneur. And entrepreneurial agencies are what we’re made of. A whole network of them.

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