Production Director - Brand Marketing Strategy Department, Marketing Division

Job Description

Rakuten is seeking a Production Director to lead brand marketing production within its Marketing Division. The role is expected to oversee the planning and delivery of integrated campaigns, coordinate creative agencies and internal stakeholders, manage schedules and budgets, and protect brand quality across media and customer touchpoints. Candidates should have substantial experience in advertising, brand marketing, content production, or creative project leadership, preferably in a large or international organization. Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and presentation skills are important, along with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Japanese and English communication skills may be required, and familiarity with digital marketing or e-commerce is an advantage.

Company Info

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet company headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1997, it operates a broad digital ecosystem covering e-commerce, online marketplaces, fintech, mobile communications, travel, digital content, advertising, and professional sports. Its services are connected through the Rakuten membership and loyalty platform, enabling customers to earn and use Rakuten Points across different businesses. Rakuten works with international teams and serves consumers and business customers in Japan and overseas. The company is known for its Englishnization policy, which encourages English use in many corporate settings, although Japanese remains important for numerous roles. Employees typically work in a fast-moving environment where cross-functional collaboration, innovation, and customer-focused digital services are strongly emphasized.

Destination Guide

Japan offers strong opportunities in technology, e-commerce, marketing, finance, engineering, tourism, education, healthcare, and global business. Tokyo has the largest concentration of international employers, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Sapporo provide growing alternatives with different living costs and lifestyles. Japanese workplace culture values punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect, and careful communication. Daily life is generally safe and convenient, with excellent public transport, reliable services, and rich food, cultural, and outdoor experiences. Housing and commuting in Tokyo can be expensive, so researching neighborhoods and employer benefits is worthwhile. Most foreign professionals need an appropriate work visa, commonly sponsored by their employer; requirements depend on qualifications, education, experience, and job type. A Certificate of Eligibility is normally arranged before arrival. Relocating workers should budget for deposits, agency fees, health insurance, residence registration, and pension contributions, while learning basic Japanese can greatly improve integration.