WEBTOON Originals Producer
Wattpad
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Los Angeles • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $71,000 - $103,000 per year
About the role
- Develop and produce compelling Original stories that expand WEBTOON’s 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.
Requirements
- 3–5 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
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!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
producingeditingstorytellingscript adaptationstoryboardsart developmentfeedbackresearchanalytics
Soft skills
communicationproblem-solvingadaptabilitycollaborationcreativityeditorial eyestrategizingrelationship management
Certifications
BA degree