Content Acquisitions Associate at Crunchyroll | Tokyo, Japan

About CrunchyrollFounded by passionate fans, Crunchyroll is dedicated to delivering the vibrant art and culture of anime to a global community. We serve over 100 million anime and manga enthusiasts across more than 200 countries and territories, connecting them with the captivating stories and characters they adore. Our offerings extend beyond streaming to i…

About CrunchyrollFounded by anime enthusiasts, Crunchyroll is dedicated to sharing the art and culture of anime with a vibrant community. We cater to over 100 million anime and manga fans across more than 200 countries and territories, connecting them with the stories and characters they adore. Whether through streaming videos, theatrical releases, games, merchandise, or events, our offerings are powered by the anime content we cherish.Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of anime!Crunchyroll, LLC operates as an independent joint venture between Sony Pictures Entertainment based in the US and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both part of the Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.About the RoleAs the Content Acquisitions Manager, you will be instrumental in securing a steady flow of content to meet Crunchyroll's seasonal simulcast slate and catalog offerings. You will strengthen our partnerships with Japanese teams and enhance our reputation as the foremost international distributor of Japanese anime globally.Core ResponsibilitiesEngage with Japanese and international partners to gather updates on their production schedules and explore opportunities to enhance our distribution partnerships.Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with Japanese partners, overseeing daily account management.Collaborate with various departments to ensure exceptional service for our partners and compliance with contractual commitments.Develop a comprehensive understanding of our business across all internal departments to address key issues, trends, and market dynamics.Maintain open communication with licensors to manage requests, bid submissions, and implement solutions while reporting on our activities.Work closely with the Content Evaluation team to assess content value.Partner with the Business Affairs team to finalize contracts and ensure asset delivery.Collaborate with the Marketing team to secure the necessary marketing materials for successful title launches.In this position, you will report directly to the Director of Content Acquisitions.This role is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Founded in 2004, OLIVER stands as the world's pioneer in creating, managing, and executing customized in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. With partnerships spanning over 300 clients across more than 40 countries, our distinctive approach fosters creativity and operational efficiency, enabling us to provide bespoke solutions that deeply engage audiences.&nbsp;As a proud member of The Brandtech Group, we are leading the charge in utilizing advanced AI technology to transform our creative processes and project delivery. Our AI solutions enhance productivity, ignite creativity, and facilitate informed decision-making, empowering our teams to generate innovative and impactful outcomes.&nbsp;Role:&nbsp; Content CreatorLocation:&nbsp; Tokyo, Japan&nbsp;About the role:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":240}">&nbsp;</span>Are you ready to create your most impactful work yet?&nbsp;Join us in collaboration with Dove, a leading global brand in social media. We’re assembling a team across 15 markets to take charge of Dove’s social media presence comprehensively: from insights and ideation to platform-specific creative content, publishing, live operations, and community management. From the initial concept to the final interaction, you’ll influence how Dove engages with its audience every day, crafting content that shapes culture.

At Veeva Systems, we are a purpose-driven organization leading the way in industry cloud solutions, enabling life sciences companies to expedite the delivery of therapies to patients. Our rapid growth trajectory has positioned us as one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in history, having surpassed $2B in revenue in our last fiscal year, with significant growth prospects ahead.Our core values define who we are: Do the Right Thing, Customer Success, Employee Success, and Speed. Veeva made history in 2021 by becoming a public benefit corporation (PBC), which legally commits us to balance the interests of our customers, employees, society, and investors.We invite you to join us in transforming the life sciences industry, as we strive to make a meaningful impact on our customers, employees, and communities.The RoleWe are searching for a skilled Content Marketing Manager who excels in storytelling. This role involves spearheading PR initiatives and leading commercial content marketing strategies to ensure consistency and coherence across all product and thought leadership communications in Japan, encompassing planning, execution, and deliverables. Working closely with the Japan Strategy, Product, Business Consulting, Sales, and various other stakeholders (both internal and external), you will actively engage in content creation and execution. This includes crafting customer stories, press releases, bylined articles, case studies, blogs, video scripts, infographics, and white papers. Your efforts will be crucial in enhancing Veeva's brand awareness and customer affinity in Japan.

Join NBCUniversal as the HR Director for Japan, where you will be instrumental in crafting and executing people strategies across various divisions, including the Content Group, TVD, and UP&E. Collaborate with senior executives to foster an inclusive and productive workplace culture, while focusing on talent identification, retention, and development. You will be responsible for designing local employee experiences and spearheading learning initiatives to enhance professional growth.In this role, you will maintain robust partnerships with talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, and employment law teams to ensure high-quality HR service delivery. Reporting to the VP of HR for APAC, you will also work closely with the global HR community and business leaders in Japan to align HR strategies with business objectives.Key Responsibilities:Strategic DevelopmentCollaborate with senior leadership to establish key people strategies that align HR initiatives with business goals.Actively participate in senior management meetings to provide HR insights for strategic projects and planning.Talent ManagementWork with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a timely supply of quality candidates.Lead key HR processes such as talent reviews, performance management, and talent planning.Assess learning needs and leverage resources to create impactful learning programs.Provide expert advice on employee and organizational development matters.Ensure successful execution of corporate training initiatives.Collaborate with HR colleagues across NBCUniversal to drive projects and initiatives.Change ManagementLead organizational change processes in alignment with business strategies.Manage HR due diligence and support during M&A activities, focusing on integration and change management.Employee RelationsGuide and coach employees and managers on employee relations issues and manage grievances effectively.Ensure the development and communication of HR policies that comply with local laws and meet business needs.Foster a positive work environment that maximizes the use of organizational talent.

Join our dynamic team at Turner Townsend as a D365 Project Lead in Tokyo, Japan. We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled professional to drive the successful implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 projects.In this role, you will collaborate with clients to understand their business needs, manage project timelines, and ensure successful delivery of technology solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our client’s operations.

Join Stripe as an Implementation Consultant and play a pivotal role in helping businesses in Japan effectively utilize our payment solutions. In this dynamic position, you will engage with clients to understand their unique needs, implement tailored solutions, and ensure a seamless integration experience. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide exceptional service and support to our clients.

AIエンジニア 企業紹介 Limit Breakは、深い専門知識と業界の成長を理念とし、モバイルゲーム業界の革新者として、デジタル市場の変革に注力しています。革新的な技術と暗号通貨を駆使し、創造的なビジョンで世界中の人々を結ぶ体験を提供しています。 私たちは、Buckley VenturesやParadigm Venturesなどの著名な投資家からの支援を受け、ゲーム業界の未来を共に築いていく才能ある人材を求めています。 Limit Breakの一員として、あなたの創造力と情熱をもって、共に新たな挑戦に挑みませんか。 このポジションの目的 ゲーム制作チーム（アーティスト、TA、ゲームデザイナー、開発者）と連携し、生成AI（LLM等）およびプロシージャル生成を実際の制作に役立つツールとして実装することが求められます。 主に「事前生成（バッチ生成）」を利用し、意図の言語化、生成、評価、フィードバック、改善のプロセスを通じて、品質、スピード、再現性を向上させていきます。 この役割は、研究開発（R&D）に特化したものではなく、実際のゲーム制作プロセスに組み込まれ、運用までの価値を生み出すことを目的としています。 主な業務内容 ● 生成AI（LLM等）やプロシージャル生成を活用したアート、シナリオ、レベル制作を支援するAI機能や制作ツールの開発● 制作意図の言語化、テンプレートや制約の設計、制作ツールのUX最適化、生成体験の向上● 生成品質の向上と制作パイプラインの効率化（生成フロー、レビュー導線、データ管理など）● 生成速度、コスト、品質の評価設計と継続的改善（ベンチマーク、比較評価、運用モニタリング）● 自社製ノードベースエディタの拡張開発（制作現場向け機能追加）● 定型シナリオの事前生成機能の設計・実装● パズルレベルの事前生成機能の設計・実装● ゲームリソースの事前学習データベースの作成・最適化 応募条件 ● ゲーム制作に関わるエンジニアとしての経験、またはコーディングスキルを持つTAとしての実務経験● 機械学習や自然言語処理、プロシージャル生成に関する基本的な理解● 大規模データセットを扱った経験（収集、加工、品質管理など）● 生成物の品質向上に向けた反復的なプロセスにコミットできること

Accounting Manager Are you looking to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative work environment? Do you want to join an organization where the Accounting function is pivotal to strategic growth? If so, CIC Japan is on the lookout for an Accounting Manager to enhance its accounting operations within our rapidly expanding environment. This role will oversee accounting functions across various entities in Japan, lead a dedicated team, and ensure the integrity of our financial reporting and processes. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in developing scalable finance operations as we expand throughout Asia. This position reports directly to the Finance Director of Japan. ABOUT CIC & CIC TOKYO CIC is a global leader in creating and managing innovation communities. Established in 1999 in Cambridge, MA, CIC was among the pioneers in offering flexible office spaces and coworking solutions, enabling the world's most influential entrepreneurs to innovate more effectively. With locations in Boston, Cambridge, Philadelphia, Providence, Rotterdam, St. Louis, Warsaw, and Tokyo, we are continuously expanding into new cities. CIC Tokyo, our newest site and the first in Asia, opened in October 2020 in the vibrant Minato-ku business district. Featuring approximately 6,000 square meters of innovative workspaces on the 15th and 16th floors of the Toranomon Hills Business Tower, we accommodate more than 250 companies. CIC Tokyo focuses on nurturing growth-oriented enterprises and fostering communities that accelerate business development and global outreach. Due to its significant impact on the startup landscape, CIC Tokyo regularly hosts high-profile visits from dignitaries, including Prime Minister Kishida and Governor Koike, solidifying its status as a prestigious hub for new businesses and startups in Japan. Discover more about us here. YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WORK You will engage in the preparation of accurate and comprehensive financial and operational reports. We encourage you to provide both solicited and unsolicited insights regarding accounting operations, with a strong emphasis on ensuring a successful month-end closing process. You will also be involved in various projects from an accounting perspective and assist with issues related to the preparation of annual accounts. As the lead for accounting operations, you will collaborate closely with the Finance Director of Japan to support both internal and external requirements. Oversee full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, GL, fixed assets, accruals) Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes Manage and develop a team of two accountants

Join Airbnb as an Associate Legal Counsel in Tokyo, Japan, where you will play a pivotal role in providing legal guidance that supports our innovative business model. In this dynamic position, you will collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations while also contributing to the development of strategic initiatives. Your expertise will help shape our policies and practices, making a tangible impact on our operations and the communities we serve.

Veeva Systems is a pioneering, mission-driven organization at the forefront of industry cloud solutions, dedicated to accelerating the delivery of therapies to patients across the globe. As one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in history, we achieved over $2 billion in revenue last fiscal year, with substantial growth opportunities on the horizon.Our core values - Do the Right Thing, Customer Success, Employee Success, and Speed - define our culture. In 2021, we made history by becoming a public benefit corporation, which legally binds us to balance the interests of our customers, employees, society, and investors.Join us in our mission to revolutionize the life sciences industry, and make a meaningful impact on our customers, employees, and communities.The RoleAs an Associate Consultant at Veeva Systems, you will be part of a dynamic and rapidly growing team in Japan. Do you excel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment? Are you motivated by daily challenges? We are looking for a detail-oriented analytical thinker who is eager to contribute to our consulting services. In this role, you will assist our life sciences clients by engaging in business process due diligence, defining requirements, designing solutions, configuring systems, and preparing training documentation. You will collaborate with leading Senior Consultants and Solution Architects, gaining invaluable insights and best practices in business analysis, application design, and project management.

Why Join Us? Become a champion for patients with rare diseases At Ultragenyx, we firmly believe in taking significant and meaningful actions to address the needs of our patients and employees. Our vision is to pioneer the future of rare disease medicine by venturing where others in the biopharmaceutical industry hesitate. We challenge the norm and develop a new model that advances our sector, ensuring that more patients and their caregivers can access transformative treatments. We achieve this through a science-driven approach, rapid development processes, the creation of innovative medicines at equitable prices, and fostering a collaborative ecosystem that reaches patients in impactful ways. Our dedication to patients extends to our team members, making our culture a fundamental pillar of Ultragenyx. We are committed to cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes profound learning and personal growth, allowing employees to thrive both professionally and personally. Ultimately, we aim to be an organization where we would be proud to see our family, friends, and children work. If you seek to make a meaningful impact, deliver your best work, and grow significantly both professionally and personally, we invite you to join our team. Position Summary:ultrafocused – Collaborate fearlessly to unearth new possibilities

Join Our Recruitment Team at Guidepoint At Guidepoint, our Recruitment team plays a pivotal role in sourcing and securing the best talent for our organization. We are committed to upholding integrity and fostering diversity, ensuring that every candidate is treated fairly and equitably, irrespective of their background. By leveraging innovative sourcing strategies, engaging in campus recruitment events, and enhancing our brand visibility, we successfully attract top-tier talent globally. Our team comprises over 35 high-performing professionals from diverse backgrounds, operating across 3 continents and 9 countries to make impactful hires for all departments at Guidepoint. Your Impactful Role We are on the lookout for a highly experienced and strategic Senior Recruiter to lead the full-cycle recruitment process for our Tokyo office. In this vital position, you will be instrumental in building our talent pipeline, enhancing our employer brand, and ensuring the acquisition, assessment, and recruitment of elite talent. A Day in Your Role: Manage comprehensive recruitment efforts for our Japan operations across various departments, including sourcing, direct outreach, interviewing, and offer negotiations. Design and execute recruitment strategies aligned with organizational objectives. Foster and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers across multiple departments. Collaborate with hiring managers to anticipate staffing needs, enhance quality of hires, and promote a unified hiring process. Utilize data-driven recruitment approaches to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as time to hire, offer acceptance rates, and quality of hire. Work in tandem with the Global Talent Acquisition team to standardize processes and share effective practices across regions.

Join Adyen as a Content Manager!At Adyen, we offer a comprehensive financial technology platform, providing payments, data, and financial solutions for renowned clients like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft. Our ambition drives us to create an environment where our team can thrive, backed by a culture of support that empowers individuals to take charge of their careers. We are a group of motivated professionals who collaborate to tackle unique technical challenges at scale, delivering innovative and ethical solutions that help businesses reach their goals faster.Role Overview:We are seeking a strategic, organized, and collaborative Content Manager to shape and execute our local content strategy for Japan. You will act as the editorial voice of Adyen in the local market, reporting directly to the Team Lead of Marketing in Japan.This role demands a combination of journalistic curiosity and a commercial mindset. You will not only develop content strategies but will also engage in the hands-on creation of impactful content—from technical white papers to compelling social media posts. You will blend creativity with data to ensure every piece of content drives brand awareness and lead generation.Key Responsibilities:Local Content Strategy: Develop and oversee the content marketing strategy for Japan, aligning it with local business objectives, marketing campaigns, and brand standards in collaboration with the country marketing manager, digital marketing manager, and localization specialist.Editorial Calendar Management: Spearhead the planning and execution of the Japan content calendar. Conduct research on audience insights, industry trends, and regulatory changes to curate a roadmap of relevant and newsworthy topics.Hands-on Creation: Craft, edit, and refine content across various formats, including customer success stories, blog posts, data reports, white papers, event materials, ad copy, email nurturing flows, and social media content.Commercial Alignment: Produce content with a strong commercial focus, collaborating with Sales and Account Management to create sales enablement materials such as brochures and decks to support deal closures.Global to Local Translation: Work with the Regional Studio team and Global Marketing to adapt global campaigns for the Japanese market, ensuring that the Adyen voice resonates locally while maintaining its global essence.Project Management: Manage projects from concept to execution, ensuring timelines and objectives are met.

Join Wise as an SEO Content Specialist and make a significant impact by enhancing our online visibility in the Japanese market. You will be responsible for creating compelling, SEO-optimized content that resonates with our audience and drives traffic to our platforms.

Are you a qualified and enthusiastic legal professional? If so, you might be the perfect fit to join our expanding team in Japan, specifically in our Tokyo or Osaka office.This is a permanent full-time position (正社員採用)In this role, your primary focus will be on contracts related to clinical research. As an Associate Legal Counsel, you will collaborate closely with PSI’s international legal team and local project teams to establish suitable terms and conditions for contracts while providing essential legal guidance and support.Your responsibilities will include:Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts with medical institutionsReviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other business partnersProviding legal advice and support to the Legal department and other PSI departmentsDeveloping, reviewing, and ensuring compliance with PSI policies, procedures, and instructionsIdentifying and researching various legal issues and evaluating their impact on PSI’s businessAssisting with other legal matters both locally and regionally as needed

Veeva Systems is a pioneering organization dedicated to transforming the life sciences sector through innovative cloud solutions, enabling pharmaceutical companies to expedite their delivery of therapies to patients. Having achieved remarkable growth, surpassing $2 billion in revenue last year, Veeva represents one of the most rapidly expanding SaaS firms globally, with promising expansion opportunities ahead.Our core values—Do the Right Thing, Customer Success, Employee Success, and Speed—drive our mission. As a public benefit corporation, we are committed to balancing the needs of customers, employees, society, and investors. Join us in our mission to revolutionize the life sciences industry, making a positive impact on our customers, employees, and the communities we serve.The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Account Partner with a background in cloud software to lead sales of our Vault applications to pharmaceutical organizations in Japan. This role involves generating new business opportunities, securing contracts, and cultivating strategic partnerships within the pharmaceutical sector. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in working with multinational corporations and possess the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across various regions in both Japanese and English. A solid understanding of the life sciences industry, the enterprise software sales cycle, and the capacity to communicate across diverse business functions and organizational levels are essential for success in this position.Please note that this position requires in-office attendance from Monday to Wednesday.

Join Canva as an SEO Content Specialist, where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our online presence through strategic optimization. You will craft compelling, SEO-driven content that engages our audience and elevates our brand visibility on search engines.In this dynamic position, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze user engagement and optimize content for maximum reach. Your creativity and analytical skills will help us stay ahead in the competitive digital landscape.

About Our ClientOur client was established with a mission: to unlock human knowledge and empower success. With modern offices spanning nine major cities globally, they forge connections between business leaders seeking insight and the experts who can provide it. They are among the fastest-growing companies worldwide, with a diverse workforce of over 1,500 employees representing more than 60 nationalities.What They DoOperating at the core of the global knowledge economy, they offer a comprehensive range of knowledge-on-demand services to investment funds, consultancies, Fortune 500 companies, and nonprofits. Their clients rely on them for critical evaluations of investment and business decisions, connecting them with industry experts who hold unique insights not readily available.Your RoleCollaborate closely with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to assess recruitment needs and facilitate the hiring process.Act as the primary point of contact for candidates, managing communications and leading the interview process.Handle multiple job openings concurrently while creating and screening candidate pools.Coordinate interview schedules, manage job postings, prepare interview packets, process expense reimbursements, and generate offer letters.Maintain applicant data and report on recruitment outcomes according to internal metrics.Engage in marketing initiatives towards universities both locally and abroad, as well as other recruitment-related projects in Tokyo and the Asian region.Coordinate with relevant departments to relay information to accepted candidates and new hires.Experience Gained in This PositionSignificant discretion and responsibility from day one, with a direct impact on recruitment outcomes.Hands-on experience in delivering an excellent candidate experience within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.A collaborative company culture that prioritizes professional growth.Opportunities for development through one-on-one mentoring and career coaching, along with pathways for internal advancement as the team expands.A bilingual working environment in Japanese and English, fostering close collaboration with international offices in Korea, Hong Kong, and Shanghai to gain global insights.

About CrunchyrollFounded by anime enthusiasts, Crunchyroll is dedicated to delivering the art and culture of anime to an enthusiastic global community. We proudly serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across more than 200 countries and territories, connecting them with the stories and characters they adore. Our offerings span streaming video, theatrical releases, games, merchandise, events, and more, all powered by the beloved anime content that resonates with our audience.Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of anime!Crunchyroll, LLC operates as an independently managed joint venture between Sony Pictures Entertainment in the U.S. and Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both of which are part of the Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.About the RoleAs the Director of Business Affairs, you will report directly to the Senior Director, Business Affairs, and will be based in Tokyo, Japan.Your responsibilities will include preparing and negotiating agreements related to development and production, as well as consortium agreements for Crunchyroll's expanding portfolio of co-productions and original content.You will balance financial terms, legal considerations, and business risks while collaborating with our Productions teams, Royalty reporting, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Programming, and other partners to effectively leverage our content rights. Your role will require consultation and cooperation with both internal and external stakeholders, including legal teams, producers, and our Japanese production partners.Core Areas of ResponsibilityNegotiate and finalize complex development and production agreements, including consortium agreements, music clearance, co-productions, and merchandising licenses with Japanese partners.Draft and negotiate contracts in both Japanese and English.Communicate financial terms, contractual risks, and obligations to various internal departments regarding newly acquired or produced content, including Content, Legal, Finance, Marketing, Licensing, and Programming.Maintain an organized record of deal terms and update negotiation statuses in internal tracking systems.Provide general business counsel and support in a constantly evolving business landscape.About YouWe are excited to hear from candidates who possess:10+ years of experience in licensing, production, and business affairs within the Japanese entertainment industry.8+ years of people management experience.Strong negotiation skills and the ability to draft contracts in both Japanese and English.Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.