Manager, Post Production - Live Action (Japan)

3 Months ago • 10 Years + • Game Production

Job Summary

Job Description

Netflix seeks an experienced Post Production Manager in Japan to manage post-production for Japanese original live-action content. Responsibilities encompass overseeing the entire post-production process, from technical setup and budgeting to scheduling, vendor management, and troubleshooting. The role demands collaboration with internal and external teams, proactive problem-solving, and a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Japanese, possess strong communication skills, and have a minimum of 10 years of experience in post-production for film or series. This position requires a self-motivated individual capable of juggling multiple projects simultaneously and identifying opportunities to enhance industry standards.
Must have:
  • 10+ years post-production experience
  • Native fluency in Japanese
  • Budgeting and scheduling expertise
  • Vendor management skills
  • Technical workflow knowledge
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • Business level English
  • Experience with HDR color pipeline
  • IMF master delivery knowledge

Job Details

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

We are seeking an experienced Post Production Manager based in Japan to help manage our Japanese original contents.  This person will actively reach out to both external partners and internal cross-functional teams to lead  the entire post production process of the titles and get them launched as planned. This includes maintaining vendor and editorial crew relations, creating budgets, managing schedules, and troubleshooting technical and workflow issues.  

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, proactive, quick-thinking, flexible, and able to pivot.

The expectation of the role will not only be to lead the post-production process of the assigned Netflix Japan Original titles but also to identify opportunities to improve the industry standards. S/He will be thorough and able to juggle multiple and diverse responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and unwavering attention to detail at all times.

 

This is a demanding and fast-moving position that requires a positive thinker and the ability to exercise good judgment. The role will focus on supporting Japanese-language live-action content created and finished in Japan.  

The specific responsibilities are included, but not limited to what is listed below.

Technical Setup of Show:

  • Work with Studio Technologies, Post & external production team on defining post technical workflows such as HDR color pipeline, editorial setup, sound design, collaboration with both Music & VFX teams, IMFmaster delivery, and final archive.

Budgeting:

  • Work to prepare and vet show budgets and schedules, providing feedback internally and externally on viability and risks

  • Review creative/scripts & begin defining post budget

  • Collaborate with internal/external teams to lock budget

  • Track & manage all post-related costs, keeping stakeholders apprised of status

Post Scheduling:

  • Create/Help inform and draft post schedule

  • Collaborate with internal teams  & external production teams to lock in the schedule and target launch date of the title. 

  • Troubleshoot and communicate all changes to schedule to internal/external teams

Staffing/Vendors:

  • Lead or assist with search and hire of key show post staff

  • Determine key post vendors to accommodate creative vision, relationships, budget needs, location issues

  • Help maintain/curate preferred vendor list

Strategy

  • Consistently think of the mid/long term strategy to improve the execution of the entire post production work for Netflix

Qualifications:

  • Native fluency in Japanese is required and business level of English is preferred 

  • 10 Years + as an experienced Post Production Producer, Supervisor or has managed the post-production process as a Producer/Line producer for films or series

  • Ability to handle a fast paced environment supervising several projects in various points of production (from development through delivery)

  • Familiar with the current trends and post production workflows

  • Ability to respond after hours for important, timely or urgent matters

  • Team-player who operates in a fast paced team-oriented setting

  • Ability to be discrete and maintain confidential information

  • Willingness to continue learning and drive innovation

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multitask

  • Open in communication, having the courage to be vulnerable, and receptive to feedback

is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

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