[4] Prior to performing stand-up, Hanley worked as a model in New York and Europe for clients such as Giorgio Armani, Levi's, Fred Perry, and British GQ.
[5] Eventually he was touring festivals in Canada and appeared on national TV and radio.
[8] The film was written and directed by Pavan Moondi and also starred Tim Heidecker and Luke Lalonde.
[8][10] In 2018, Hanley released a comedy album, Please Don't Chit Chat While I'm Pursuing My Dream.
[11] His stand-up performances feature extensive audience interaction, and Time Out described him as a "master of crowdwork".
[5] The Georgia Straight describe his stage presence as portraying a "nebbishy persona with a misplaced confidence".