Managing Editor

📋 Description

• Set and uphold Duolingo’s high quality bar across all creative projects.
• Define Duo’s Japanese character profile with Design Studio Directors.
• Write plots and lead original story development when needed.
• Scout and brief manga artists and illustrators who fit the look.
• Build and manage relationships with publishers and editors.
• Select and manage anime production studios; handling contracts and budgets.

🎯 Requirements

• Hands-on manga editing/directing experience at a publisher or IP firm.
• Proven ability to develop original stories yourself.
• Sharp editorial/directorial instincts for capturing a character’s voice.
• Strong relationships with publishers, manga artists, and writers.
• Working knowledge of anime production: studio contracts, budgets, schedules.
• Existing connections with major TV networks; experience pitching concepts.
• Exceptional collaboration; able to seek consensus and feedback.
• Business-level English for global collaboration; strong written English.

🎁 Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Accommodations for interviews available.
• Equal Employment Opportunity employer.