About Pocket Entertainment Pocket Entertainment is a new-age, technology-first entertainment platform with roots in building the world's most successful audio OTT platform. We have firmly established ourselves in India and the US and are now expanding into the dynamic markets of LATAM and Europe. Our platform boasts a vibrant community of over 250,000 content creators and enjoys a dedicated audience of more than 130 million listeners worldwide. We are a Series D-funded startup, backed by notable investors like Tencent, Lightspeed, Naver, Goodwater Capital, Stepstone Group and others. We are now building our Webtoons platform, Pocket Toons, to build on the success of our most beloved stories. This initiative will bring our cherished characters and stories to life in a dynamic new format, engaging fans in fresh and innovative ways. Role Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Creative Lead to lead our content creation and production efforts at Pocket Entertainment. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with a deep understanding of content creation, a passion for fiction storytelling, and a track record of managing teams for driving creative excellence. The candidate should have extensive experience with art concepts such as character design, storyboarding and post-production processes and should demonstrate ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and tools relevant to content creation. The Creative Lead role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of storytelling in the dynamic Webtoons industry. You’ll guide the creation of compelling narratives and innovative digital comics, collaborating with artists and writers to push the boundaries of interactive storytelling. You'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of digital comics while gaining insight into global market trends, audience engagement levers, and monetization strategies. This role offers the chance to influence the creative direction of a rapidly-evolving industry and establish a strong presence as a creative leader.Responsibilities: Content Production Lead the charge in upholding the highest standards of content quality and production schedules Maintain exceptional creative standards throughout the production process, transforming visions into captivating realities Talent & Teams Attract and cultivate top-tier creative talent, building a powerhouse team of innovators Stakeholder Management Collaborate seamlessly with editorial teams to align on business goals and deliverables, ensuring a unified vision Problem Solving Drive innovation by developing creative solutions that balance production speed with uncompromising quality Advise project teams on best practices, processes, scopes, and schedules, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow Technology Demonstrate proficiency in various software applications used in the production of art Understand, evaluate and use new technologies and advanced softwares in production processQualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., media, communications, creative arts) 5+ years' relevant work experience in comics or animation industry with 2+ years of experience in illustration Proven experience in content creation and team management Prior exposure to art production Creative thinker with a keen understanding of storytelling techniques. Proficient in using relevant software and tools for content production.Reach out to - Aishwarya@ /in/aishwarya-0994941b1
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Creative Lead - Content (Pocket Toons)