Video Producer

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at Pokemon.com and on Facebook (facebook.com/pokemon), YouTube (youtube.com/pokemon), Twitter (twitter.com/pokemon), and Instagram (instagram.com/pokemon).

Get to know the role

Job Title: Content Producer

Job Summary: The Video Producer will be an integral member of a team responsible for developing original studio content including pre-recorded and livestreamed programming. The Producer will be responsible for facilitating the production of diverse, successful slates of content primarily for digital and social platforms including YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.

FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt

People Manager: No

What you’ll do

• Work with internal stakeholders to develop and create compelling, innovative pre-recorded and livestreamed content primarily for digital first and social platforms.
• Contribute to series development through research, building pitch decks, script writing and editing.
• Project ownership from initial concept through final delivery:
  • Content ideation and pitch process
  • Project scope and budget creation
  • Source, vet and hire production crews
  • Create workback schedules, and ensure that budget, schedules, deliveries, and feedback stay on track throughout the life of the project
  • Communicate project objectives to internal stakeholders, external vendors, and video editorial teams
  • Manage and oversee the review process from script through final post deliverables
• Collaborate with project stakeholders, balancing the needs of internal sponsors with the overall look and feel of Pokémon studio content.

• Work closely with the social, PR and Marketing teams to ensure formats, hooks, and run of show align with Pokémon brand voice.

• Manage localization of content into non-English languages, placing orders, collaborating with language teams, and driving continuous improvement to process and product.
  • Track content performance, working with stakeholders to optimize for audience impact.

What you’ll bring

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of related professional experience.
• Bachelors degree required.
• Knowledge of the digital video content landscape – including what makes for successful programming.
• Experience producing short form and social content, specifically YouTube and/or TikTok.
• Thorough understanding of the production process, including post-production workflows.
• Experience creating pitch decks, pre-production books and shot lists.
• Knowledge of industry standards and union guidelines.
• Relevant and adequate experience in video/content production management experience including managing timelines, budgets and contracts for several ongoing creative projects.
• Proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint.
• Meticulous project organization and attention to detail.
• Pokémon games/brand and animation and video editorial skills a plus.
• Experience managing the process of localization of video content into E-FIGS, LAS, BPO preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize while juggling multiple projects at once in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent teamwork and problem solving skills.
• Experience with creative development, ideation and brainstorming.

How you’ll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An employee first culture
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you
• Generous paid family leave
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance
• Fitness reimbursement
• Commuter benefit
• LinkedIn learning

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

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