Esper Studio, based in Japan, specializes in the creation and publishing of board games.
We are a newly founded small team, but we have successfully released strong products, with sales reaching over 50 countries and conventions booked in 3 different countries this year alone. We value face-to-face interaction in an increasingly digital world, and our beautifully crafted components provide an engaging gaming experience.
If you are looking for an opportunity to join a highly creative startup in its early stages, consider us!
POSITION AVAILABLE
BUSINESS MANAGER
Role Description
This is a full-time, semi-remote role for a Business Development Manager. There are 2 key aspects to the position: Management and Development.
Management:
Manage our suppliers (creative freelancers, factories, shipment hubs, etc): supervise payment, deadlines, and provide general support.
Events management: supervise the booking of staff, construction, promotional materials, and sales channels. An average of one small local event per month, and 4 big conventions per year. In Japan and abroad.
Back Office support: Provide support to our general producer in managing and organizing general company operations.
Customer support: Respond to messages from our domestic and international customers.
Logistics: Administer our shipping hubs, making sure parcels are moving towards the correct destinations, and all documentation has been properly filed.
Development:
Research commercial and promotional opportunities within the gaming industry.
Negotiate with domestic and international publishers for commercial partnerships.
Exchange insights with the creative team for the vision and commercial viability of new products.
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Operation details:
30 hours of remote work weekly (flexible hours).
2 weekly in-person meetings at the Office, located in Shin Koenji, Suginami, Tokyo.
2 extra working days (per month) for event supervision (mainly during weekends).
Available for international travels.
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Qualifications
English & Japanese proficiency. Ability to write emails and handle technical/ strategic meetings with suppliers in both languages.
At least 3 years of proven experience in either Business Management, Events Production, or any relevant Production role.
Strong interest in Gaming, Animation, or other relevant Creative fields.
Valid VISA for work in Japan.
CONTACT US
CONTACT US
If you are interested in any of the available positions, please reach out to us.
Please read carefully the qualifications; they were carefully written to make sure we are both aware of our needs.
Email
contact@esper.games