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Crunchyroll COVID-19 Hiring Status

Crunchyroll employees are currently working from home, and we are still conducting remote interviews and hiring during this time. This role is expected to start remotely, and we’ll work closely with you as we understand every person has unique circumstances.

About the Team

We are seeking a results-oriented individual to join our award-winning Audience Development team as an International Associate Video Producer supporting Crunchyroll and popular anime properties such as Naruto, Black Clover, Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- as well as Crunchyroll Originals like Tower of God and Onyx Equinox.

We hope to attract someone who is self-motivated, capable, and eager to learn. If you are interested in marketing, video production, the anime community, and never having two days feel the same, this might be the job for you! With the constantly-evolving social media landscape, there will never be a dull moment in this fast-paced position where your work will be the catalyst for someone finding their next favorite anime.

The Associate Producer will assist in video production for Crunchyroll social media channels from metadata, curation, and coordination - primarily focused on our International YouTube video output and results - to editing and ideation. This role requires experience with video production, familiarity with the YouTube platform and culture, and knowledge of seasonal anime content. The AP conceptualizes, edits, and publishes content on a daily basis in collaboration with our Global Audience Development Associate Manager and our International social media management teams. The ideal candidate can work independently, take direction, and has an interest in the anime fanbase.

Location: San Francisco

Our headquarters is located in downtown San Francisco, where our group of cross-functional experts assemble to create experiences for our passionate communities.

About You: 

• 2-4 years of experience in a corporate environment required
• Knowledge of Final Cut and/or Adobe Premiere, and Adobe Photoshop required
• Knowledge of Aegisub and/or subtitle file systems (*.ass/*.srt) highly preferred
• Demonstrated interest in anime fandom-oriented entertainment
• Demonstrated interest in YouTube and social media marketing
• Project management experience is preferred
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and communication skills with a collaborative mindset and sense of curiosity

A day in the life of our International Associate Video Producer: 

• Collaborate with domestic and international teams to select, cut, and deliver social media-first video content aiming to amplify top of funnel awareness and drive on-site for Crunchyroll’s simulcast and catalog content.
• Create custom video across social platforms from pitch to final delivery based on the needs of specific regional priorities, as well as, wider Crunchyroll marketing strategy.
• Help to improve asset management, guidelines, and results through optimizing processes in collaboration with the Global Audience Development Associate Manager.
• Drive constant iteration/improvement of our shoulder video content, employing new techniques, incorporating new trends and identifying successful video content from peers and competitors, to apply to existing strategy.
• Research, manage, and develop SEO-focused metadata sets to improve search volume on International YouTube channels. 
• Understand daily analytics of social media channels to grow views, watch time, and clicks to O&O platforms.
• Understand the importance of the Crunchyroll company brand and the representation of content hosted on the platform and strive to ensure all assets adhere to strict intellectual property branding on YouTube and social media channels.

Key Measures of Success:

• Increased viewership and engagement on custom videos distributed on Youtube and social media.
• Increased attributable site traffic from International YouTube and social media channels.
• Regular experimentation with novel video styles and new social trends.
• Ability to maintain a high quality of work even under pressure.

Benefits and Perks: San Francisco Office

• Competitive salary
• “Use What You Need” time away from work policy
• Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance
• Health care and dependent care FSA
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Employer paid commuter benefit
• On-site gym, showers, yoga, and wellness classes
• Support program for new parents
• Catered lunch 4 days per week
• Fun, passionate and skilled co-workers
• Pet friendly - pet insurance and dog friendly office

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About Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll, the world’s most popular anime brand, connects anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories with 360-degree experiences. 

Fans have access to the largest collection of licensed anime through Crunchyroll, Anime Digital Network (in partnership with Citel, a subsidiary of Média-Participations), and Anime on Demand video streaming services, translated in multiple languages for viewers worldwide. Viewers can also access simulcasts — top series available immediately after Japanese broadcast. Crunchyroll's services also extend to licensing of theatrical, TV, home video, and consumer product rights. 

Fans engage further with events (including owned events Crunchyroll Expo, Anime Awards, Crunchyroll Movie Nights, KAZÉ Movie Nights), consumer products through eCommerce and retail partners (Crunchyroll, KAZÉ, AV Visionen), Crunchyroll Games, KAZÉ Games, and manga (KAZÉ Manga, Crunchyroll Manga app, Crunchyroll Manga Store).

Crunchyroll was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Los Angeles, Tokyo, Paris, Chisinau, Lausanne, and Berlin (AV Visionen). VRV (U.S.) and Eye See Movies (Germany) are also Crunchyroll brands.

Our Company Values

You’ll see these in action if we’re lucky enough to have you:

• Embrace Originality - We’ve taken different paths to get here -- but we’re in it together to win in anime 
• Fuel Passion - Understanding fandom makes us better at what we do
• Champion Change - We’re agile and see change as an opportunity to lead by example
• Hustle Intentionally - As fans of our fans, we always want to do more -- but we’re deliberate in our path
• Elevate Anime - We’re showing the world how special anime is

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.