Head of Scripted & Movies, Japan

Amazon MGM Studios is the home for talent, creating and producing Original films and television series for a global audience. Original series premiere exclusively on Prime Video, which is available in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. Amazon MGM Studios also produces and acquires Original movies for theatrical release and exclusively for Prime Video.

We are currently seeking a Head of Scripted and Movies for our Local Originals initiative (based in Tokyo). This role will lead a team of creative executives responsible for overseeing the ongoing growth of Prime Video in Japan through developing a compelling slate of original movies and television series. The ideal candidate is both a strong creative and strategic leader with the proven ability to manage teams across all content categories, all aspects of creative production, and is well‑versed in solving day‑to‑day production problems as well as bigger strategic and regulatory issues relevant to the territory.

The desired candidate has strong creative acumen, unassailable business judgement, and is obsessed with local customers. They are fully versed in top talent – writers, directors, producers, actors – working in Japan, along with an understanding of the dynamics underpinning the industry in Japan. For this role, we are seeking someone who is deeply curious and can apply their comprehensive knowledge of entertainment in Japan to a global streaming platform.

Key Job Responsibilities Set and implement original content strategy in Japan. Build relationships with show creators and the creative community. Seek out and assess pilot proposals, scripts, and pitches. Work with writers to develop stories and scripts. Oversee all creative aspects of development, production and post‑production. Serve as primary creative liaison internally at Amazon and externally with creators and talent. Manage a team of executives. 日本におけるオリジナルコンテンツ戦略の策定と実施。 番組クリエイターやクリエイティブコミュニティとの関係構築。 パイロット企画、脚本、ピッチの発掘と評価。 脚本家と協力してストーリーや脚本の開発を行う。 企画開発、制作、ポストプロダクションにおける全てのクリエイティブ面の監督。 Amazon社内および外部のクリエイター・タレントとの主要なクリエイティブ連絡窓口としての役割を果たす。 エグゼクティブチームのマネジメント。 About the team Amazon MGM Studios Japan is the Tokyo‑based production and development arm focusing on local Japanese original content for Prime Video. The studio produces both scripted and unscripted content, including anime, aiming to deliver high‑quality local stories to both domestic and international audiences.

Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent Speak, write, and read fluently in Japanese Experience with a proven track record of storytelling by developing successful films or shows either as an independent consultant, in a studio or as part of a customer‑facing media company 10+ years of executive level experience in development at a studio, network or production company 5+ years of team management experience Deep knowledge of industry talent and trends with a deep portfolio of industry contacts Preferred Qualifications Speak, write, and read fluently in English Experience working in a fast‑paced environment similar to a high‑tech start‑up Broad network of writers, producers and artists. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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