Responsibilities

• Architect the Creative North Star: Set the overarching creative direction for integrated campaigns, brand identities, and product experiences.
• Integrated Storytelling: Develop cohesive content strategies that live seamlessly across online and offline touchpoints (Social, PR, Digital Ads, and Experiential).
• Cross-Cultural Translation: Localize and adapt the "Tone & Manner" of Japanese IP to align with North American fandom culture without losing the original soul of the work.
• Experience Design: Translate complex IP concepts into compelling, tangible brand moments for both digital and physical environments.
• Multidisciplinary Mentorship: Lead and inspire a diverse team of Art Directors, Copywriters, Designers, Motion Designers, and Video Creators.
• Team Orchestration: Assemble and direct bespoke creative pods for specific projects, ensuring the right talent is matched to the right challenge.
• Partner Management: Scout and manage external creative partners, freelance talent, and production studios to scale capabilities.
• Strategic Pitching: Lead the creative component of new business pitches, presenting bold strategies and concepts that win high-value accounts.
• Senior Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary creative point of contact for C-suite and senior marketing clients.
• Internal Collaboration: Partner closely with internal divisions (BizDev, PR, Social, Events) across our Tokyo and LA branches to deliver holistic, 360-degree proposals.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Creative Director, preferably within a fast-paced agency environment (Advertising, Marketing, or Creative).
• Portfolio: A diverse online portfolio demonstrating mastery in integrated campaigns and brand storytelling (URL must be provided).
• Presentation Skills: Proven track record of presenting to and influencing senior-level clients and stakeholders.
• Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of the North American advertising and entertainment landscape.

Preferred

• Subject Matter Expertise: Direct experience in the entertainment industry (Anime, Gaming, or Pop Culture).
• Experiential Design: Experience designing physical event booths or immersive brand activations.
• Bilingualism: Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English is a significant plus.
• Licensing Knowledge: Familiarity with Japanese IP licensing workflows and production committee structures.
• Cultural Fluency: A deep passion for and understanding of North American fandoms and social media trends.
• Skills & Attributes: Cultural Sensitivity, Multi-disciplinary Eye, Leadership, Agility

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Hybrid Work Model