Product Development Executive (Entertainment Industry)- CK

Location: Central
Industry: Entertainment
Position: Product Development Executive- CK Job ID:20111
Salary: basic up $5,000 + AWS bonus + VB

Responsibilities:

Plan, develop, and execute merchandise projects based on the company's proprietary IP characters, ensuring all products align with the established character concepts, brand guidelines, and creative direction.
Liaise closely with headquarters and the internal team throughout the product development and production process, including coordination, reporting, and approvals.
Participate in ideation and planning sessions to brainstorm, conceptualise, and develop product propositions tailored to specific customer segments and market needs.
Be actively involved in the end-to-end merchandise creation process, from initial planning and concept development through production and final delivery.
Develop a wide range of character-based products, including but not limited to T-shirts, badges, acrylic stands, and other collectible or lifestyle merchandise.
Review and verify that all merchandise designs, samples, and final products accurately reflect the company's IP characters and comply with internal brand and IP guidelines.
Work closely with internal teams and external vendors (e.g. designers, manufacturers, suppliers) to ensure product quality, cost control, and adherence to timelines.
Coordinate revisions and improvements to product designs where necessary to ensure consistency with IP standards and market expectations.
Support quality checks and approvals throughout the production process to maintain brand integrity and product appeal.
Stay informed about merchandise trends, character goods, and fan preferences to contribute ideas for new product concepts and improvements.
Ensure all products meet quality standards, brand requirements, and licensing obligations throughout the development lifecycle.

Requirements:

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Product Development, Business, Marketing, Design, or a related field.
Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in product development, preferably in industries related to games, anime, character goods, or licensed merchandise.
Experience working with IP characters, including coordination with licensors, understanding brand guidelines, and managing approval processes, is highly preferred.
Strong sensitivity to cultural and linguistic nuances, particularly in cross-border collaboration.
Strong project and schedule management skills, with the ability to multitask and manage multiple product timelines simultaneously.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Effective decision-making, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, especially in product planning and vendor coordination.
Meticulous attention to detail, particularly in product specifications, packaging, and licensing compliance.
Basic knowledge and interest in games and/or anime are advantageous.
Proficiency in Japanese would be an advantage to communication with Japanese-speaking stakeholders and clients, but not a must.

Interested applicants please send your resume to [Confidential Information] with email subject header

Product Development Executive (Entertainment Industry) (Job ID: 20111) -CK.

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