Content Ratings Metadata Specialist, Korea
Crunchyroll · Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
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- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $65,000 / year
- Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
Job highlights
- Maintain metadata integrity for anime content.
- Screen and self-rate simulcast titles.
- Analyze and score programming with defined criteria.
- Support ratings metadata submission to KMRB.
- Bridge localization and marketing communications.
About the role
About Crunchyroll
Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it’s powered by the anime content we all love. Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime!About The Role
As a Ratings Metadata Specialist on the Content Ratings Team, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the integrity of in-language metadata critical to the launch of content on our platform. Additionally, you will work closely with other Content Analysts to screen and self-rate simulcast titles for our platform. You will analyze our programming, score it using defined criteria, and apply a KMRB rating. You’ll also support the submission of ratings metadata to the KMRB in advance of the program’s premiere. Other key responsibilities include maintenance of internal databases and researching existing metadata for potential catalog acquisitions. Additionally, you will support other local operational workstreams and will be a vital communications bridge between localization and marketing.About You
- 2+ years of experience in broadcast/streaming content rating required
- Experience with KMRB self-rating policies and procedures, including completion of KMRB training
- Experience with other global ratings systems is a plus
- Experience managing a multitude of metadata deliverables associated with our anime content
- Possess strong critical thinking and analytical skills
- Proven ability to manage a high volume of projects with competing deadlines
- Excellent written communication skills, especially in conveying visual information clearly and concisely
- Business-level fluency in English and Korean
- Must be comfortable and confident in discussing sensitive and potentially offensive subject matter with senior management
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally across departments to forward company initiatives
- Familiarity with anime and the anime community is highly preferred
- Proficient with databases (Airtable experience strongly preferred) and with structuring large amounts of data
- Lead localization timelines in addition to quality control and evaluation of Korean translations, either from a licensor or a trusted vendor. Liaise with Crunchyroll's operations subtitling & marketing teams to ensure info & materials are delivered in a timely manner.
About The Team
The Content Ratings team is responsible for ensuring that all content on the Crunchyroll platform adheres to our internal standards and complies with any legal/regulatory requirements in the countries in which we operate. Our goal is to provide our audiences with content ratings and advisories to help them make informed viewing choices. We embody Crunchyroll’s collaborative spirit and work closely with internal and external teams to ensure our decisions are consistent, accurate, timely, and clearly communicated to viewers.About Our Values
We want to be everything for someone rather than something for everyone and we do this by living and modeling our values in all that we do. We value Courage. We believe that when we overcome fear, we enable our best selves. Curiosity. We are curious, which is the gateway to empathy, inclusion, and understanding. Kaizen. We have a growth mindset committed to constant forward progress. Service. We serve our community with humility, enabling joy and belonging for others.Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Our mission of helping people belong reflects our commitment to diversity & inclusion. It's just the way we do business. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. Questions about Crunchyroll’s hiring process? Please check out our Hiring FAQs: https://help.crunchyroll.com/hc/en-us/articles/360040471712-Crunchyroll-Hiring-FAQs Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Policy for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights: https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/22978/v1_0/docs/spe-jobs-privacy-policy-update-for-crpa-dec-21-22.pdf Please beware of recent scams to online job seekers. Those applying to our job openings will only be contacted directly from @crunchyroll.com email account.Key skills/competency
- Content Ratings Metadata Specialist
- KMRB self-rating policies
- Metadata management
- Content analysis
- Broadcast/streaming content rating
- Database proficiency
- Airtable
- Korean language skills
- English language skills
- Anime community
Skills & topics
- Content Rating Specialist
- Metadata Specialist
- Anime
- KMRB
- Korea
- Content Analysis
- Broadcast
- Streaming
- Localization
- Database Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 2+ years of content rating experience and KMRB policy knowledge.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize critical thinking, analytical abilities, and managing high-volume projects.
- Demonstrate language proficiency: Clearly state your business-level fluency in English and Korean.
- Ace the interview: Be prepared to discuss sensitive content and your collaborative approach.
- Research Crunchyroll: Understand their values, especially Courage, Curiosity, Kaizen, and Service.
Technical preparation
Master KMRB rating policies and procedures.,Practice analyzing visual content for rating criteria.,Become proficient with Airtable and database management.,Understand metadata structure for streaming platforms.
Behavioral questions
How do you handle sensitive content discussions?,Describe managing competing project deadlines.,How do you ensure clear communication cross-functionally?,Share an experience demonstrating curiosity and learning.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Content Ratings Metadata Specialist at Crunchyroll?
- The Content Ratings Metadata Specialist is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of in-language metadata crucial for launching content on Crunchyroll. This includes screening and self-rating simulcast titles, analyzing programming, applying KMRB ratings, and supporting metadata submissions. You'll also manage internal databases, research metadata for catalog acquisitions, and act as a liaison between localization and marketing teams.
- What experience is required for the Content Ratings Metadata Specialist role at Crunchyroll?
- You'll need at least 2 years of experience in broadcast/streaming content rating, with a strong understanding of KMRB self-rating policies and procedures. Business-level fluency in both English and Korean is essential. Familiarity with anime and the anime community, along with proficiency in databases like Airtable, is highly preferred.
- What makes the Content Ratings Metadata Specialist role at Crunchyroll unique?
- This role offers a unique opportunity to work within the passionate anime community and contribute to shaping the future of anime content delivery. You'll be a key player in ensuring content compliance and user experience, bridging critical functions like localization and marketing, and working with a globally recognized brand.
- How does Crunchyroll support diversity and inclusion in its hiring process for roles like Content Ratings Metadata Specialist?
- Crunchyroll is committed to diversity and inclusion, reflecting their mission of helping people belong. They are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. This commitment is integral to their business operations.
- What are the typical next steps after applying for the Content Ratings Metadata Specialist position at Crunchyroll?
- After applying, candidates are encouraged to review Crunchyroll's Hiring FAQs for insights into their process. Be aware that official communication will only come from an @crunchyroll.com email address to avoid scams. The company values a collaborative approach, so expect to engage with various teams.
- Is familiarity with anime a requirement for the Content Ratings Metadata Specialist role?
- While not strictly a mandatory requirement, familiarity with anime and the anime community is highly preferred for the Content Ratings Metadata Specialist position. This passion helps in understanding the content and community nuances critical for accurate rating and metadata management.