Forbes-featured Korean kids YouTuber accused of overwork, low pay

What happened: A former employee of the company behind the children's YouTube channel Hey Jini accused it of excessive workloads and of disputing her occupational injury claim after she developed panic disorder. Key numbers: Hey Jini has 4.13 million subscribers. Why it matters: Kim said she was distressed by a television program that portrayed founder Kang Hye-jin as a considerate employer, saying that image differed from the conditions she experienced. The company said her duties were agreed upon and that flexible arrangements were available.

A former employee of the company behind the children's YouTube channel Hey Jini accused it of excessive workloads and of disputing her occupational injury claim after she developed panic disorder.

Kim said she was distressed by a television program that portrayed founder Kang Hye-jin as a considerate employer, saying that image differed from the conditions she experienced. The company said her duties were agreed upon and that flexible arrangements were available.