Senior AV Producer - Theatrical

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About the role

The Senior AV Producer - Theatrical will oversee translations and localization of A/V marketing materials to support our global theatrical campaigns. Your role will involve managing the localization production of high-impact content such as teasers, trailers, clips, social media content, and sizzle reels. You will coordinate with both internal and external teams to ensure that all materials meet the highest standards of quality and cultural relevance, supporting global marketing campaigns effectively.

You will:

• Manage localization strategy and production of our entire theatrical slate
• Work with Motion GFX Producers, Dubbing Producers and Int’l Versioning Editors to finish, localize, and deliver Marketing AV assets (teasers, trailers, clips, social content, sizzle reels, etc.) to support our global marketing campaigns
• Oversee day-to-day communication with cross-functional teams like Motion Graphics Leads Post teams, Dubbing Producers and Localization Producers in order to efficiently manage finishing and localization execution
• Plan, schedule and manage internal and external AV production workflows and advise on delivery and budget risks
• Help to build streamlined processes for collaborating with Campaign Management, Brand Management, and Theatrical Distribution to understand the goals and messaging of AV projects
• Work with Technical QC team to ensure that all versions meet high-quality standards, maintain brand consistency, and are culturally relevant
• Provide status updates and for multiple project partners in various systems

In the role of Senior AV Producer - Theatrical, you will report to the Director, Marketing Globalization. We are considering applicants for the location of Culver City (LA).

About You

We get excited about candidates, like you, because...

• You have experience with Theatrical Campaign Marketing. Anime knowledge or fandom a bonus.
• You have 8+ years of experience in international mastering and versioning of marketing content in an entertainment studio, post production house, reactive agency
• You are an expert in Marketing campaign workflows, including understanding the creative and AV Post Production process to support key beats
• You are well-versed in theatrical AV file types, specifications, codecs, and wrappers including mastering and distribution, as well as social and digital formats while understanding the fundamentals of asset management, QC and trafficking. Familiarity with transcoding software such as Clipster, Transkoder, Elemental, EasyDCP, etc.
• You are familiar with localization workflows, including motion graphic packages, subtitling and dubbing
• You have experience managing a high volume of AV campaign types simultaneously in collaboration with global/remote teams
• You are familiar with MPA guidelines (a plus, but not required)

About the Team

Our Marketing Globalization org is the driving force behind the Translations, Localization, and Production of promotional materials across various lines of business. Our work is about more than just translation; it's about tailoring content to resonate with Anime fans around the world. Within Marketing Production and Operations we are dedicated to scaling up Crunchyroll's global marketing presence by bringing creative visions to life and being of service to the broader company to provide support and solutions to anyone in need.

Why you will love working at Crunchyroll

In addition to getting to work with fun, passionate and inspired colleagues, you will also enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Receive a great compensation package including salary plus performance bonus earning potential, paid annually.
• Flexible time off policies allowing you to take the time you need to be your whole self.
• Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance
• Health Saving Account HSA program
• Health care and dependent care FSA
• 401(k) plan, with employer match
• Employer paid commuter benefit
• Support program for new parents
• Pet insurance and some of our offices are pet friendly!

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The Pay Range for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Crunchyroll’s Total Rewards offerings for employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, employer matched retirement savings, time-off programs, and progressive health benefits and perks.Pay Transparency - Culver City, CA$75,680—$94,600 USD

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