The Sales & Partnerships team licenses content such as films, anime, and Asian dramas to a range of partners — including domestic and international streaming services and broadcasters — with the goal of maximizing revenue. For each title, the team designs the optimal distribution strategy (which countries, which timing, and which partners to deliver the content to), and is responsible end-to-end, from contract negotiation through revenue management.

Team Description/チーム概要 The Animation Production Group consists of two teams, each with a primary focus on either the domestic Japanese market or overseas markets. The domestic team takes charge of high-profile IP entrusted by original rights holders, forming production committees in collaboration with publishers, broadcasters, and merchandising partners to bring these works to life as animated productions. Meanwhile, the overseas team engages in international co-productions in partnership with studios and licensees abroad, producing animated content tailored for the global market.

JOB OVERVIEW: Universal Products & Experiences is seeking a Senior Design Manager with experience in product design and licensing for the Toys and Hardlines team. The role will be based in Tokyo office and is responsible for product approvals, product development and product strategies for mainly Japan with the possibility of additional markets might be added in the future. Universal Products & Experiences team is looking for candidates that are pro-active, forward thinkers and have strong communication skills.

JOB OVERVIEW The Senior Licensing Manager, Toys & Hardlines is responsible for leading a business growth in the Japan Hardlines category that leverages the richness of NBCUniversal’s entertainment content (past & present) to build a sustainable business that achieves annual revenue targets.