Sound Manager - Osaka

Overall management of the sound section

• Production progress management and contract/negotiation tasks related to outsourcing
• Creation and management of development budgets
• Formulation of staffing plans, improvement and proposal of workflows and development environments
• Talent development and support for continued employment, including creating a conducive work environment

Requirements

Must-have:

A total of 4+ years of experience as a manager in the following areas:

• Production progress management and contract/negotiation tasks related to outsourcing
• Creation and management of development budgets
• Formulation of staffing plans, improvement and proposal of workflows and development environments
• Talent development and support for continued employment, including creating a conducive work environment

Nice-to-have:

• Knowledge and experience in the entertainment industry, such as games, music, or animation

Ideal candidate:

• Passion for games and the ability to appreciate SNK’s IP
• Ability to oversee the entire studio and proactively propose and implement improvements
• Strong communication skills to ensure smooth production progress with your own department, related departments, and partner companies
• A proactive attitude toward continuously updating knowledge of the latest music production software and equipment

Benefits

• Free drinks available in the office
• Casual dress code (no uniforms required)
• Seminar and training support programs
• Special allowance for dedicated development roles
• Employee referral program
• Annual health check-up
• Special leave for COVID-19 vaccination
• Influenza vaccination support
• Employee consultation service
• Access to comprehensive welfare club services
• Full social insurance coverage
• Retirement allowance system

Plus many other benefits to support a comfortable working environment!

Working Hours

9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (7.5 hours of actual work per day)

Holidays & Leave

• Full five-day workweek (Saturday and Sunday off)
• National holidays, summer vacation, and year-end/New Year holidays
• Approximately 125 annual holidays
• Paid leave: Up to 12 days granted upon joining (number of days varies depending on the month of hire)

Compensation

• Annual salary will be determined based on previous compensation, experience, and skills.

Insurance

• Health insurance
• Welfare pension insurance
• Employment insurance
• Workers’ compensation insurance

Retirement Benefits

• Available (Lump-sum payment and defined contribution pension plan)

Retirement Age

• Mandatory retirement at age 60, with a re-employment program available

Additional Notes

• Applications from individuals with disabilities are welcome.