Sr. Studio Manager, Japan , Elevated Shopping Experience
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Job Summary
Senior Studio Manager - Tokyo
We are re looking for a Senior Studio leader to lead our Tokyo visual content production studio part of our global network of innovation hubs.
Your Impact
- Transform how Japanese customers discover and visually experience products online
- Pioneer GEN-AI enabled visual storytelling approaches that bridge cultural perspectives
- Build and mentor a world-class creative team in Tokyo as we evolve with Gen-AI and related technologies.
What Makes This Role Special
- Direct influence on the visual experience of millions of Japanese shoppers
- Freedom to innovate while backed by global resources and expertise
- Unique blend of creative leadership and international collaboration
- Opportunity to establish Tokyo as a Center of creative excellence partnering with teams across JP.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Lead a talented team of photographers stylists and creative professionals
- Drive innovation in visual content creation while aligning retail teams on value and deployment.
- Collaborate with creative leaders across global markets
- Balance Japanese market needs with international best practices
- Pioneer new approaches to visual storytelling that resonate across cultures
What You Bring to the Table
- 8 years of creative leadership experience preferably in e-commerce content operations or retail
- Track record of scaling creative operations while maintaining excellence
- Strong portfolio of cross-cultural team leadership
- Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships in Japan and North America
- Excellent communication skills in both Japanese and English
Why This Role Matters
You will be at the forefront of transforming how millions of customers shop online creating visual experiences that bridge cultural perspectives and set new standards for e-commerce creativity.
The Challenge You will Solve
In todays visual-first world creating compelling visual content that resonates with Japanese consumers while maintaining global standards is crucial. You will tackle this challenge by building innovative solutions leveraging Gen-AI and other technologies to scale across our large and diverse selection of products.
This is your opportunity to shape the future of online shopping experiences in Japan while collaborating with creative minds from around the world.
A day in the life
You will split your time between strategic leadership and hands-on operational guidance working with creative teams operations managers and global stakeholders. Typical activities include:
- Leading creative reviews and strategy sessions
- Analyzing performance metrics and developing improvement plans
- Collaborating with international peers on best practices
- Mentoring team members and driving talent development
- Engaging with stakeholders to align on priorities and deliverables
About the team
Our visual content production studios are at the forefront of redefining online shopping experiences through innovative visual storytelling and novel technology. We operate a network of state-of-the-art studios staffed by world-class creative talent working together to set new standards in digital content creation.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience
- Strong command of English and Japanese both written and verbal.
- 8 years of professional experience in creative operations content production or related field
- 4 years of people management experience leading diverse and cross functional teams
- Experience managing multi-million dollar budgets and resources
- Track record of leading large-scale creative or production operations
- Demonstrated experience in senior stakeholder management across multiple business units
- Experience in international or multi-cultural environments
- Track record of driving technological innovation; Knowledge of strategic and practical application of Gen-AI.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating creative leadership
- Experience in digital content creation and e-commerce
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
We are re looking for a Senior Studio leader to lead our Tokyo visual content production studio part of our global network of innovation hubs.
Your Impact
- Transform how Japanese customers discover and visually experience products online
- Pioneer GEN-AI enabled visual storytelling approaches that bridge cultural perspectives
- Build and mentor a world-class creative team in Tokyo as we evolve with Gen-AI and related technologies.
What Makes This Role Special
- Direct influence on the visual experience of millions of Japanese shoppers
- Freedom to innovate while backed by global resources and expertise
- Unique blend of creative leadership and international collaboration
- Opportunity to establish Tokyo as a Center of creative excellence partnering with teams across JP.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Lead a talented team of photographers stylists and creative professionals
- Drive innovation in visual content creation while aligning retail teams on value and deployment.
- Collaborate with creative leaders across global markets
- Balance Japanese market needs with international best practices
- Pioneer new approaches to visual storytelling that resonate across cultures
What You Bring to the Table
- 8 years of creative leadership experience preferably in e-commerce content operations or retail
- Track record of scaling creative operations while maintaining excellence
- Strong portfolio of cross-cultural team leadership
- Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships in Japan and North America
- Excellent communication skills in both Japanese and English
Why This Role Matters
You will be at the forefront of transforming how millions of customers shop online creating visual experiences that bridge cultural perspectives and set new standards for e-commerce creativity.
The Challenge You will Solve
In todays visual-first world creating compelling visual content that resonates with Japanese consumers while maintaining global standards is crucial. You will tackle this challenge by building innovative solutions leveraging Gen-AI and other technologies to scale across our large and diverse selection of products.
This is your opportunity to shape the future of online shopping experiences in Japan while collaborating with creative minds from around the world.
A day in the life
You will split your time between strategic leadership and hands-on operational guidance working with creative teams operations managers and global stakeholders. Typical activities include:
- Leading creative reviews and strategy sessions
- Analyzing performance metrics and developing improvement plans
- Collaborating with international peers on best practices
- Mentoring team members and driving talent development
- Engaging with stakeholders to align on priorities and deliverables
About the team
Our visual content production studios are at the forefront of redefining online shopping experiences through innovative visual storytelling and novel technology. We operate a network of state-of-the-art studios staffed by world-class creative talent working together to set new standards in digital content creation.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience
- Strong command of English and Japanese both written and verbal.
- 8 years of professional experience in creative operations content production or related field
- 4 years of people management experience leading diverse and cross functional teams
- Experience managing multi-million dollar budgets and resources
- Track record of leading large-scale creative or production operations
- Demonstrated experience in senior stakeholder management across multiple business units
- Experience in international or multi-cultural environments
- Track record of driving technological innovation; Knowledge of strategic and practical application of Gen-AI.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating creative leadership
- Experience in digital content creation and e-commerce
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Customer Service
- Google Docs
- Management Experience
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- Retail Sales
- Data Management
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- Sales Management
- Leadership Experience
- Yoga
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