Executive Producer

Toronto Hydro; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 116,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Long term disability

Pension/OMERS

Job summary

Toronto Hydro is seeking an Executive Producer to lead its in-house corporate production team. You will guide strategy, creative direction, and operations for video, multimedia, graphics, and content production that strengthens the Toronto Hydro brand and employee experience.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in content creation with 3–5 years in leadership, plus expertise in videography, editing, and Digital/AI-assisted production tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Media Production, Business Administration or related field.
• Ten or more years of progressive experience in content creation, media production, and leadership.
• 3–5 years of leadership managing production teams and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate production, graphics, and design functions aligning with brand and business goals.
• Oversee end-to-end productions (videos, livestreams, events, campaigns) on time and within budget.
• Provide creative direction translating priorities into engaging content.
• Build partnerships with senior leaders and vendors as trusted advisor.
• Drive innovation and governance across production workflows and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Video production

Storytelling

Budget management

Vendor management

Project management

Adobe Creative Cloud

AI production tools

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Mac-based editing

Job description

Expected Salary Range: $116487 - $145609 Annually

Target Variable Performance Pay: 15%

The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position.

The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification.

The Executive Producer leads Toronto Hydro's in-house corporate production team, providing strategic, creative, and operational leadership for the organization's video, multimedia, graphics, and content production services. This role inspires and develops a team of creative professionals while actively contributing to content development and production execution, translating corporate priorities into compelling stories and engaging content that strengthen the organizational brand, enhance the employee experience, and support business objectives.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Toronto Hydro's corporate production, graphics, and design functions, fostering a high-performing and creative team while ensuring content and production services align with organizational priorities, brand objectives, and business goals
• Lead the development and delivery of end-to-end productions, including videos, livestreams, events, executive communications, and internal and external campaigns, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to established quality, brand, and accessibility standards
• Provide creative direction and storytelling leadership, translating complex business priorities into compelling content that engages audiences, strengthens the organization’s brand, and enhances the employee experience
• Build strong partnerships with senior leaders, stakeholders, and external vendors, serving as a trusted advisor on content strategy, production planning, and communications initiatives
• Drive innovation, governance, and continuous improvement by optimizing production processes, leveraging emerging technologies, managing risk and compliance requirements, and measuring the effectiveness and impact of production services

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Media Production, Business Administration or a related field
• Ten (10) or more years of progressive experience in content creation, media production, creative development, and production leadership
• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressive leadership experience managing production teams and delivering end-to-end productions, with accountability for people leadership, budget management, and vendor oversight
• Extensive experience leading and executing end-to-end video productions, with demonstrated expertise in videography, production techniques, creative development, filming, directing, editing, and final delivery
• Exceptional storytelling and creative direction skills, with the ability to translate corporate priorities and business objectives into compelling and engaging content
• Demonstrated portfolio of successful in-house productions and content initiatives that delivered measurable business, brand, or audience engagement outcomes
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with proven experience managing complex productions, budgets, vendors, contracts, timelines, and resources while balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of video production, live events, digital content creation, and end-to-end production workflows, supported by proficiency with industry-standard production and editing tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Mac-based editing platforms
• Experience leveraging emerging content technologies, digital platforms, and AI-assisted production tools to enhance creativity, efficiency, and production quality
• Strong understanding of copyright, licensing, media rights, release requirements, and accessibility considerations
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to build credibility, influence stakeholders, and foster strong partnerships across all levels of the organization
• Strong political acumen, sound judgment, and ability to deliver high-quality work under tight timelines and competing priorities

Portfolio Preferred: Candidates are encouraged to include a link to their portfolio in their resume or cover letter, highlighting in-house productions, content strategies, and creative initiatives that delivered measurable business, brand, or audience engagement results.

TOTAL REWARDS

• 100% employer paid Health & Dental benefits
• 24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare
• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability
• Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships)
• Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave)
• Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year

This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency.

ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT

Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re having difficulty using our online application system and require accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call [phone]. Toronto Hydro is pleased to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals throughout the job application process. Please note this email is for accommodation requests only. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. Learn more about our commitment to accessibility.