Production Manager

📋 Description

• Support the identification, research, and evaluation of Japanese manga, anime, and novels for film
• Develop a deep and authoritative knowledge of each assigned IP, including its story, characters
• Read and evaluate underlying IP, scripts, pitches, treatments, and outlines; prepare coverage
• Support projects throughout the full creative lifecycle—from development and packaging through
• Research and help identify potential writers, directors, lead actors, and producers; prepare talent
• Develop a strong working knowledge of physical production, including production planning

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant scripted film and/or television development or production experience
• Native to Business level language proficiency in Japanese and English, with the ability to
• Working knowledge of physical production, production budgeting, and scheduling, with experience
• Strong creative instincts and demonstrated ability to analyze story, character, and source material
• Strong knowledge of Japanese entertainment, particularly manga, anime, and novels, with the
• Excellent research, analytical, editorial, written, and presentation skills.

🎁 Benefits

• Receive a great compensation package including salary plus performance bonus earning potential
• Flexible time off policies allowing you to take the time you need to be your whole self.
• Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance
• Health Saving Account HSA program
• Health care and dependent care FSA
• 401(k) plan, with employer match