Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 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.
About The Role
Netflix is seeking an experienced and inspiring Director of Production to lead our Japan Live-Action Production team, overseeing both scripted and unscripted productions. This role requires a dynamic leader with a proven track record in managing multiple teams and inspiring them to achieve excellence. Based in Tokyo, this role reports into the Head of Production for APAC (ex-India) and is responsible for driving operational excellence, nurturing high-performing talent, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure the successful delivery of all locally produced titles. The Director will lead a multi-functional team of experts, including Physical Production, Post-Production, VFX, and Music Production.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Provide strategic leadership to the Japan Production team, overseeing both scripted and unscripted content.
- Develop and implement a clear vision for live-action production in Japan that aligns with Netflix's global standards and business strategy.
- Drive initiatives that elevate Japan's production capabilities to a world-class standard.
- Identify and pursue innovative approaches to advance the local production ecosystem.
- Title Management & Operational Excellence
- Strengthen title management practices across all production stages, tools, and workflows.
- Ensure all productions are delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest creative and operational standards.
- Oversee all aspects of live-action production, including VFX, post-production, and music production.
- Collaborate closely with internal cross-functional teams and external vendors to remove blockers and align on goals.
- Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and inspire a team of managers, coordinators, and subject matter experts across production disciplines.
- Provide clarity on roles, expectations, and development pathways.
- Mentor and develop the team, supporting professional growth and cross-functional learning.
- Promote a culture of psychological safety, constructive feedback, and strong team dynamics.
- Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that values a range of backgrounds and perspectives.
- Risk Management & Production Scaling
- Anticipate production-related risks and proactively address them with internal partners and external collaborators.
- Drive training and vendor development programs to scale Japan's production capabilities effectively.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and integrate best practices into daily production operations.
- Champion the use of innovative tools and technologies to improve production quality and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Over 15 years of experience working in content production or a related role in the entertainment industry.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence.
- Understanding of VFX, music production, and post-production processes.
- Experience in building and executing strategies, especially related to content production.
- Ability to think innovatively and identify opportunities to advance the production industry in Japan.
- Comfort working with ambiguity; independently establishing goals and desired outcomes in alignment with business strategy.
- Fluent in Japanese with conversational English language skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Inclusion 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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