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Netflix Manager IP Relations 
Japan, Tokyo 
830964654

23.06.2024
Responsibilities and oversight include:
  • Identifying and evaluating books and intellectual property (manga, webtoons, anime, graphic novels, articles, short stories, podcasts, etc.).
  • Developing an authentic point of view on material and the ability to pitch the material to executives and producers.
  • Interacting daily with the content teams, business affairs, legal team, marketing, and producers.
  • Proactively maintaining and developing relationships with agents, editors, publishers, scouts, authors, journalists and other IP rights holders and aggregators.
  • Be a liaison between our Content Team, and the partners and IP rights holders, and lead negotiations and deal conversations.
  • Researching and compiling reports and lists based on content team mandates and arenas of interest, as well as helping to maintain our internal IP database.
  • Attending relevant industry conferences, book fairs, and events, as well as some travel to liaise with our colleagues in other regions and countries.
About you:
  • A passion for TV/film/pop culture and reading, and the ability to evaluate material quickly and with an eye towards adaptation.
  • Extensive knowledge of Japanese content including live-action films and series, anime, and manga
  • Knowledge of the current book/IP-to-screen marketplace (deal-making, authors of note, buzz-worthy books, and IP already being developed).
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in the entertainment industry (book scouting, film/TV creative executive, publishing/editorial work, media rights representation; a combination of these fields is preferred) with negotiation/sales experience
  • A collaborative teammate who not only contributes ideas and feedback, but also has the ability to pivot easily to changes internally and in the marketplace.
  • A commitment to diverse and inclusive storytelling and helping to identify marginalized voices that have traditionally not been represented on screen.
  • Experience with interacting and engaging with executives, producers as well as representatives, authors, and industry contacts externally.
  • Strong organizational skills, critical thinking, attention to detail, and an ability to multitask.
  • Ability to manage and process detailed information while keeping perspective on the bigger picture
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and across multiple geographies and time zones
  • Excellent project and time management skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Fluency in English and Japanese is required.