Producer (all genders)

As a science brand, we are best known for our distinctive animated videos and our elaborate products around the kurzgesagt theme worlds. Through our globally successful YouTube channel with over 25 million subscribers, we aim to inspire people around the world about science and make knowledge accessible and exciting. We believe that well-researched facts are just as important as humor and good storytelling. Nothing in the universe is boring if you tell a good story.

Our production team is looking for support as of October 2026. For this role, we're seeking someone located in the Munich area or within commuting distance.

Producer (all genders)

Location: Munich

Start: October 2026

How to make an impact - in a nutshell

Producer / Project Manager for the video production of our YouTube channel and other social media platforms
Independent management of projects in the field of video production in close cooperation with internal creative teams
Project coordination, including the creation of timelines, definition of milestones, as well as budget and resource planning
Project controlling and reporting: monitoring of costs, milestones, deadlines, as well as performance tracking
Coordination and communication with external vendors

What you are best known for

You have at least 2 years of relevant professional experience (such as Producer/Project Manager) in the YouTube/social media field or similar
You independently manage production projects from planning through delivery and keep multiple workstreams on track simultaneously
You coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure smooth collaboration between all stakeholders involved in a project
You proactively identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks and work towards practical solutions
You communicate clearly and confidently with both creative and operational stakeholders
A high degree of personal responsibility, strong communication skills, analytical and structured thinking, combined with solution-oriented action, set you apart
You enjoy working independently, cross-functionally, and as part of a team
You master office programs and various tools (e.g. Asana)
You are fluent in German and have a good command of English, both written and spoken
You enjoy working in a dynamic team
You are enthusiastic about making scientific topics accessible for millions of people

Some perks of working at kurzgesagt

A role with real ownership: You’ll have plenty of freedom to shape your work and leave your own footprint, while taking on hands-on work and real responsibility for one of the world’s largest knowledge channels on YouTube
Attractive benefits: A heavily discounted USC membership, subsidies for public transport tickets and company pension plans, employee discounts, and perks with numerous partner companies. Plus, an after-hour budget for team activities outside of work
Personal development: An annual learning and development budget, as well as dedicated time for training, because learning and growth never stop here
30 days of vacation (based on a 5-day work week) and a strong focus on maintaining a healthy work-life balance
Great working environment: Work in the heart of Munich (close to the main train station) with excellent public transport connections, alongside a creative and enthusiastic team that supports your growth
And last but not least: You’ll get your own personalized avatar and bird :)

Like what you see?

Don’t wait any longer - apply now and become part of a small but truly cool team. We’re excited to hear from you!

We believe that people should emphasise their similarities and not their differences. That we should grow together and only our own skills, values and intrinsic motivation should count. At Kurzgesagt, it doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from. No one is discriminated against or favoured. Your skills and willingness to learn are the only things that count.

Please find the relevant information on data protection in the application process at https://kurzgesagt.org/privacy/.