[WEBTOON] WEBTOON Originals Producer
About The Position
WEBTOON Entertainment is a leading global entertainment company and home to some of the world's largest storytelling platforms. As the global leader and pioneer of the mobile webcomic format, WEBTOON Entertainment has transformed comics and visual storytelling for fans and creators. With its CANVAS UGC platform empowering anyone to become a creator, and a growing roster of superstar WEBTOON Originals creators and series, WEBTOON Entertainmentâs passionate fandoms are the new face of pop culture. WEBTOON Entertainment adaptations are available on Netflix, Prime Video, Crunchyroll, and other screens around the world, and the companyâs content partners include Discord, HYBE, and DC Comics, among many others. The Content Department is looking for a Producer to join WEBTOONâs Los Angeles headquarters. Producers oversee the development and production of Original, Licensed, and Adapted stories that are published on the platform. Producers play a key role in developing and identifying potential IP, sourcing talent, and delivering high-quality stories.
Requirements
- 3â5 years of producing and editing experience at a top-tier comic publisher or entertainment brand
- BA degree or equivalent professional experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of the WEBTOON vertical-scroll storytelling structure
- A proven track record of working with creatives from the initial pitch phase through final publication
- Demonstrate a keen editorial eye for identifying high-potential talent and developing commercially viable new series
- Strong interest in and knowledge of popular culture and current trends that appeal to a youth audience
- Advanced creative storytelling abilities with the capacity to engage diverse audiences
- Must have expertise in Photoshop and/or Clip Studio
- Functional understanding of legal agreements and best practices for creator-owned and WFH frameworks
- Some experience with research and analytics tools, primarily Google Analytics
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-changing production environment
- Collaborative team player with proactive mindset
Responsibilities
- Develop and produce compelling Original stories that expand WEBTOONâs slate
- Identify trends in pop culture and develop relevant series that will appeal to a broader, non-comic reading market
- Identify artistic and writing talent for projects in development
- Oversee the full producing cycle from script adaptation, storyboards, and art development to publication
- Review creative work at each stage and provide clear, actionable feedback
- Manage freelancer relationships and maintain series schedules, ensuring timely delivery and project stability
- Collaborate with other groups within WEBTOON including Marketing, Design, PR, and Operations
- Help to strategize and push for marketing efforts for series
- Maintain high-quality standards across projects through close collaboration with Senior Producers
- Handle administrative tasks including contracts, workflows, content registration, and invoices.
Benefits
- Career development; we believe in mentorship and investing in your learning, supporting you to achieve your goals
- Health benefits, including vision and dental!
- Generous PTO and Parental Leave Top-up
- 401K Contributions
- Commuter Benefits
- Global WEBTOON and LINE FRIENDS discount program
- Winter break shutdown and a whole lot more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
