Anime Producer, Japan

Company Description
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Regarding NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan
NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan is the Japan subsidiary of Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and based in Tokyo Japan, has been creating variety of contents in wide-range genre,
including Japanese Anime, Korean Drama and Japanese Drama/Movie for over 30 years.
Job Description
Overview
As project manager, oversees everything from planning and production to monetization of anime works. Responsible for the formation of the production committee, quality control, media development, promotion of merchandising and licensing business, and realizing business growth.
Finding Original

• Have deep knowledge of the animation market and production process, identifies original works for production, develops plans, and creates hit content that becomes company assets.
• After creating a project proposal and a projected profit and loss statement and obtaining management approval, we negotiate a contract with the production studio and begin production.
• Form and operate a production committee as necessary. Within the company, we collaborate with various departments such as marketing, advertising, and sales to ensure expected profits and maximize content.
• In addition, as a member of NBCUniversal, we will comply with compliance and laws and contribute to the development of the brand.

Qualifications
Skills and Experiences
(Required)

• Basic knowledge of the original story, anime, music production essentials and production process
• Basic knowledge of licensing (rights structure, royalties, etc.)
• Skills to create a proposal based on an understanding of the business and investment return model
• Influence and negotiating skills with sponsors and creators
• Basic English proficiency and fluent written and oral communication skills in Japanese

(Desirable)

• Ability to envision future commercialization/rights acquisition
• Ability to explain to overseas partners/customers
• Project management skills to move multiple projects

Unique attributes of the Job/ Personal Characteristics

• Thoroughly study consumer trends and create key concepts
• While keeping a strong sympathy for the original story, also has the calmness to make it a business
• Persuade creators with "consumer-oriented" logic
• Have a strong commitment to enhancing the perfection of the work
• Understand the position of internal and external stakeholders and communicate flexibly

Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].