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Wattpad · 1 day ago

[WEBTOON] Development Coordinator, Film

Los Angeles, California

Contract

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. is a leading company in the entertainment industry, known for its innovative approach to storytelling through technology and diverse creators. They are seeking a Live-Action Film Development Coordinator to support their film team by managing IP adaptations, collaborating with creative partners, and overseeing various administrative tasks.

ContentDigital EntertainmentMobile AppsPublishing

Responsibilities

Delve into WEBTOON/Wattpad IP to support the WEBTOON Productions Live-Action Film Team by pinpointing IP ripe for adaptation; and help strategize the optimal approach

Collaborate with film team members to bring on the right creative partners and identify the best path to a sale

Craft compelling creative presentations/decks utilizing tools such as PowerPoint, Google Slides, Adobe Photoshop, etc

Stay ahead by tracking competitive projects in various stages of development, film festivals/conventions/related events, trends in the live-action film space

Highlight important opportunities that may exist in the marketplace from trades, panels, trends, etc

Develop processes and workflows to maximize internal resources

Efficiently schedule and manage calendars for the Head of Global Film

Manage calls and schedule meetings across multiple time zones

Systematically create, organize, and update development databases/grids including: contacts lists, submissions tracking lists, IP databases, etc

Proactively submit IP to external creative partners

Note-taking during external meetings and creative discussions, as well as swift distribution of notes documents to appropriate team members

Track, research and dispatch weekly reports of newly launched WEBTOON & Wattpad IP to the film team, plus track and research new IP launches

Compile and send out Weekend Read assignments for the film team, plus evaluate incoming submissions, read creative material, and participate in project discussions

Strengthen collaboration by liaising with TV and Animation divisions, Content team, Operations, and other internal WEBTOON/Wattpad teams for film team needs

Manage day-to-day office operations: filing, detailing messages, and ordering office supplies, etc

Qualification

Film industry knowledgeAdobe PhotoshopGoogle Suite proficiencyCreative presentation skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationCollaboration