VIZ Media is the world leader in English-language versions of manga and anime, seeking an Editorial Production Coordinator to join the Subscription Manga team. This role involves processing digital manga files, entering metadata, and managing production schedules for simultaneous chapter releases on their platforms.
Responsibilities
- Administer publishing production schedule of manga chapters for multiple ongoing online serializations, working closely with Editorial staff, the Editorial Production Manager, the Shonen Jump Editor in Chief, the Associate Managing Editor of Online Manga, and the Senior Director of Online Manga
- Process digital manga pages, rendering final files from InDesign documents
- Enter metadata in internal databases and administer publishing and expiration dates for chapters on the Shonen Jump and VIZ Manga platforms
- Responsible for digital assets management and version control, downloading and uploading files on both external partner and VIZ internal servers
- Responsible for quality control of completed chapters and delivering final files to external partners
- Provide production support for Publishing Production and Editorial staff
- Responsible for project management, including coordination and completion of projects on time
- If qualified, may be responsible for proofing manga chapters for translation accuracy and overall quality control, as well as translation support for Editorial staff
Skills
- 1-2 years of relevant business experience
- Proficiency with Mac operating systems and standard productivity software
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud programs, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat
- Working knowledge of the Japanese language
- Proficiency with computer usage, including email, Internet, and standard software
- Bachelor's Degree in related fields from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience, with a record that demonstrates suitable preparation for this position
- Strong knowledge of book publishing, comics, manga, or anime preferred
Benefits
- Partially subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) savings plan – including employer matching
- Flexible Spending – health and dependent care
- Commuter stipend for in-office work
- Life Insurance/AD&D/STD/LTD
- Legal & ID Theft insurance
- Group Pet insurance rates
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time - plus your birthday is a holiday!
- Philanthropy program, including paid time off for volunteer work
- Wellness program, including fitness membership discounts and reimbursement
- Full time casual dress
- Flexible work hours
Company Overview
Manga, anime, and Japanese content, all in one place. It was founded in 1986, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.viz.com.