Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the
storytellers
bringing our characters to life, the
creators
bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers
creating what's next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role...

ローカル・アニメーション製作部門にて制作上の問題について、Producerとして責任をもってご対応いただきます。また、積極的に企画立案、製作を行っていただきます。

Assume full responsibility, with the Director of Animation Production, for any production issues arising in connection with Warner's local animation production for Warner Bros. Japan

Your Role Accountabilities...

• アニメ化に可能な原作の情報収集、発掘、および企画、立案

• 原作出版社へのアニメ化許諾依頼、交渉

• 原作出版社、アニメーションスタジオ、関係各位へのアニメ監修作業

• 監督・キャラクターデザイナー・音楽家・音響監督・声優などのスタッフィング

• 脚本・コンテの監修

• 映像マスター制作立ち合いと納品素材の制作

• 部下やメンバー指導

• アニメ製作委員会の組成と運営

• 企画立案とアニメスタジオの提案

• 管理責任を伴う、スタジオ制作スケジュール管理

• PR、マーケティング活動の実施

• アニメ製作の実施

• アニメ製作の予算管理と予算責任

• グリーンライト業務

‐ 年間業務の計画、実施

• Liaise with business units for business operations based on production plans
• Sourcing materials of original works for anime adaptation
• Determine which original works will be a hit in animation
• Request and negotiate with publishers of original works for permission to animate
• Approval coordination of animation for publishers, animation studios and related parties
• Staffing of main staff such as directors, character designers, musicians, sound directors, voice actors, etc.
• Supervision of scripts and storyboards
• Attendance of master material production and production of deliverables
• Supervision of team members
• Formation and operation of the Animation Production Committee
• Planning and selecting animation studios in accordance with the organization and business strategy
• Manage the production schedule of animation studio
• Execution of animation production in line with the organization and business strategy
• Implementation of marketing activities including PR in line with the organization and business strategy
• Budget management and budgetary responsibility for animation production
• Proposal and green light work for planning of animation production
• Planning and identifying animation studios in line with the organization and business strategy
• Full understanding of the business and plan/implement annual operations independently

Qualifications & Experiences...

• 日本語ビジネスレベル以上、英語力不問
• アニメ製作プロデューサー経験(3年以上)
• Business level of Japanese speaking/writing/reading required
• Minimum 3+ years related experience in animation production in Japan
• Good understanding of the production process in an animation studio for quality control
• Experience in planning and implementing marketing plans

Competencies we are looking for:

• Good knowledge of animation productions
• Understanding of market user needs
• Ability to take responsibility for profit on each production
• Ability to determine appropriate studio and main staff for animation production

Additional Information

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.

Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company. During this period of transformation, you'll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at

along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our
accessibility page
for instructions to submit your request.