Content Manager (animation)

VIZ Media

California, US
$85,000 - $105,000 annually; + variable compensati...
Remote with occasional travel to the san francisco bay area (1 day per week in-office for local candidates).
Japanese anime industry knowledge
Licensing business familiarity
Bilingual english and japanese communication
VIZ Media is seeking a Content Manager to drive animation content acquisitions and manage relationships with partners in the Japanese anime industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the anime industry, fluency in both Japanese and English, and a strong background in licensing and people management

Job Summary

  • This role connects VIZ Media's internal teams with major partners in Japan, including Licensors, co-production committee members, and other rights holders.
  • Manage key accounts and project manage with cross-functional teams to hit acquisition and sales targets, and train and lead team members to optimize day-to-day functions.
  • VIZ Media offers a comprehensive benefits package including partially subsidized health insurance, a 401(k) with employer matching, and paid time off for holidays, vacation, sick time, and volunteer work.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

VIZ Media is seeking a Content Manager to drive animation content acquisitions and manage relationships with partners in the Japanese anime industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the anime industry, fluency in both Japanese and English, and a strong background in licensing and people management.

Salary

$85,000 - $105,000 annually; additional variable compensation; Partially subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan – including employer matching, Flexible Spending – health and dependent care, Commuter stipend for in-office work, Life Insurance/AD&D/STD/LTD, Legal & ID Theft insurance, Group Pet insurance rates, Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time - plus your birthday is a holiday!, Philanthropy program, including paid time off for volunteer work, Wellness program, including fitness membership discounts and reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Japanese anime industry knowledge
  • Licensing business familiarity
  • Bilingual English and Japanese communication
  • Content acquisition and investment
  • Intellectual property lifecycle management

Nice-to-have

  • Building long-term partner relationships
  • Facilitating interdepartmental collaboration
  • Arranging special appearances for licensors

Key Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in the anime industry
  • 4+ years of people management experience
  • Experience in licensing business
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

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