Contract Administrator Digital Distribution Project Manager Director of Retail Sales Graphic Designer (Mobile Division)

Sales Support Manager Senior Merchandising Manager Quality Assurance Translator Quality Assurance Unit - Manager

Responsibilities:

• Draft and/or review contracts and agreements
• Coordinate between the divisions to ensure the proper execution of contracts relating to music licensing, development and independent contractors.
• Maintain contract archives
• Secures all necessary approvals and ensures that standard company procedures are followed

Experience and Qualifications:

• 2 + years of experience as paralegal, contract administrator or in a corporate law firm or in-house legal department. Experience in video game industry, intellectual property or entertainment law is preferred.
• Must possess exemplary analytical and verbal communication skills, drafting ability, the able to multi-task and strong organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all parties internally and externally.
• Strong work ethic and willing to take responsibility for projects. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Some legal research maybe required from time to time.
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within a legal department. Able to execute management’s instructions and follow pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Knowledge of Japanese preferred but not required.

Please submit all resumes to: kdehr@konami.com

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Oversee on-line business and product development project plans. Define the scope and level of efforts required to successfully launch and manage multiple ongoing projects.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project /Product Management:

• Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.
• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
• Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.
• Effectively applies our methodology and enforces project standards.
• Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
• Minimizes our exposure and risk on project.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.

Project/Product Accounting:

• Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.
• Manages project budget.
• Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project.
• Follows up with clients, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices.
• Analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA strongly preferred. The equivalent in experience and self-study may be considered.
• 5 years in a Marketing Project Management environment.
• Direct experience in video games, video services, programming, or new media industry required with a strong preference for experience in digital distribution. It is essential that candidate have a strong interest in – and knowledge of popular entertainment content.
• Understanding of digital transport technologies and enabling technology (IPTV, IP, server-based games, Oberon), and digital transport hardware endpoints (set-top boxes, next generation consoles).
• Understanding and appreciation of digital distribution and value-chain evolution trends and their impact on existing media and entertainment business models.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills with a demonstrated ability to execute against multiple projects and excel in a fast-paced, results-oriented work environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; experience collaborating with company personnel including senior leadership on complex topics; must have very strong presentation skills.

Please submit all resumes to: kdehr@konami.com

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• 7-10 years sales experience in video game/consumer electronics/home entertainment industry with regional or key account responsibilities.
• Proven forecasting and analysis background.
• Team oriented, work with cross functional groups
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Los Angeles based - 35% to 65% travel.
• Experience managing direct reports/rep groups

Responsibilities:

1. Work with V.P. of Sales to develop annual sales goals and objectives for all territories served by KDE-US.
2. Motivate and manage Regional Sales Managers and manufacturer sales groups to maximize sales opportunities while working within the established ethical and legal guidelines set by sr. management.
   
   1. Product sales: forecast, secure orders, oversee shipping issues, analyze sell through for reorders, product markdown requests
   2. Retail marketing: manage co-op/mdf budget to maximize ad and promotional opportunities.
   3. Web site interaction: updated product listing and pricing information. Evaluate promotional opportunities. Understand and evaluate supply chain structure.
   4. Communication: working with cross functional KDE teams develop strategic business presentations to include: yearly business reviews, key industry trade show meeting agendas, and new product presentation decks.
   5. Management/administration: meeting call reports, bi-monthly summary reports (feedback from accounts, industry feedback, trend reports, retail marketing updates)
3. Manage budget and accrual integrity with relation to:
   1. MDF/Co-Op/Merchandising expense
   2. Price protection forecast and execution
   3. Non-defective return rates
   4. Travel and entertainment expense of field sales staff.
4. Develop and facilitate communication process from field (reps & accounts) to KDE management.
   1. Bi-monthly summary reports to include feedback, trends, retail marketing, and industry information.
   2. Weekly sell through notes with retail ad copies
   3. Key account call reports
5. Specific sales management responsibility for strategic national accounts: Wal-Mart, Target, Best Buy, and GameStop.

Please submit all resumes to: kdehr@konami.com

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Reports To:

Marketing Manager/ Mobile Division

POSITION SUMMARY

Working in a Mac OSX & PC environment with the latest graphics applications.

This position requires advanced Photoshop skills and a high degree of proficiency in Quark and Illustrator. One to three years of experience in a design related industry required. Highly proficient pre-ress skills and knowledge of the printing process are recomended.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Production work: Layout and Design of assets for new game releases
• Design of channel marketing materials (stickers, sell sheets, banners, trade show materials, mailer materials, labels)
• Concept, Design & Localization of materials for web and advertising.
• Maintain Creative Consistency and have a clear understating of design strategy and timelines
• Proofing assets

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

• Two to five years of work experience in the Design industry required.
• Solid understanding and skill with type, color, paper and print production.
• Ability to work on a broad range of multi-media projects.
• Ability to work on simultaneous projects in a collaborative setting under tight deadlines.
• Deadline-driven, organized and detail-oriented.
• Can work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Familiarity with the Mobile industry a plus.
• BA or BS required

TECHNOLOGY:

• Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Quark in both a Mac OS X and PC environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Please submit all resumes to: kdehr@konami.com

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The Sales Support Manager will lead and oversee the Sales Support Department by ensuring that company policies and objectives are adhered to. The Sales Support Manager will monitor the sales order system by making sure accurate processes are in place. This position will address any warehouse/shipping errors by implementing guidelines or instructions to be followed. The Sales Support Manager will also be the point of contact between our Sales Reps and internal Regional Sales team regarding the processing of client purchase orders. Other responsibilities include the following:

• Support Management by providing various reports (Open Orders, Forecasts, Shipping, etc.) on a daily, weekly, monthly basis.
• Monitor daily inbound EDI orders for other SSR’s.
• Maintain allocations, monitor forecasts and order demands.
• Control SAP pricing schedules by maintaining database with accurate surcharges, discounts, and special deals.
• Review and approve customer Price Protections.
• Generate weekly sales reports in SAP to Excel.
• Inform department of customer payments (receipts).
• Communicate with finance department to confirm the credit status of each client’s order.
• Assist Sales team with meeting client order delivery requests to support Ad/marketing plans.
• Maintain and update client information (corporate, billing, and ship-to addresses) in database.
• Maintain and file client contracts, purchase orders, and other correspondences on a daily basis.
• Coordinate with Production (materials) team on the tracking and delivery of finished goods to the warehouse.
• Support team members and cover any overflow work when necessary.
• Works closely with Sales, Materials, Logistics, Financial Services, EDI and IT departments.
• Other additional duties as requested by Supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 4-5 years of customer service/sales support experience.
• Proficiency in MS based software, including MS Word and Excel.
• Experience with Data Analysis and Excel Reporting
• 2-3 years of Order Processing/Data Entry experience.
• 2-3 years of SAP or other EDI Business Software experience.
• Industry experience desired.
• High School Diploma Required – College Degree Preferred

Please submit all resumes to: kdehr@konami.com

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The Senior Merchandising Manager will support the Konami licensing team to evaluate new business areas, identify licensee partners, and manage category growth and product development

Scope and responsibilities::

• Manage product category and licensing relationships for Konami brands in categories including strategy guides, apparel, accessories, electronics, toys, collectables, stationery, etc. as well as identify and develop new business areas.
• Develop and bring to market new and innovative products working with licensees and internal creative teams.
• Develop strategies and business plans by retailer, product and property/franchise working with retail business development teams and licensees. Analyze business performance and develop growth plans aligned with Konami consumer products initiatives.
• Monitor sales performance and tracking across licensees and retail accounts.
• Support brand, category and product marketing initiatives generated by Marketing and Retail development teams to drive sales and growth.
• Support Licensing team’s specific fiscal responsibility for identified categories including: annual budget planning and quarterly revenue forecasting.
• Identify new category and product opportunities to further develop and manage licensees for growth and market expansion.

Experience required:

• Minimum 5 years solid experience in new business development, consumer products or retail related fields. Prefer candidate with studio experience in launching consumer products lines tied to media event (i.e. film, DVD, television series).
• Product development experience related to quality, innovative product.
• Understanding of consumer products marketing and it relates to building quality brand franchises.
• Ability to create business plans in related categories and manage broad portfolio of businesses.

Skills needed:

• Demonstrated ability to be focused and flexible with regard to servicing customer’s needs.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment. Dynamic, self-motivated and self-starter.
• Strong project management, product planning and development skills.
• Strong sales and negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication and presentation skills.
• Multi-task oriented. Well organized. Able to manage diverse projects.
• Ability to effectively lead and manage initiatives.
• Collaborative, partnering and team oriented.

Education:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• MBA preferred.

Please submit all resumes to: kdehr@konami.com

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Konami Digital Entertainment - America, a major videogame publisher, located in El Segundo, CA, seeks temporary translators for our Quality Assurance department. The QA department tests PC and console games to ensure correct functionality, compatibility, and grammatical correctness.

Part-time and full-time schedules are available.
This is a temporary position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Translate game software bug reports between English and Japanese
• Translate daily test reports between English and Japanese
• Assist QA department with translation/communication duties

Job Requirements:

• Occasional overtime is required
• Native level Japanese and business level English

Desirable skills:

• Proficiency with FileMaker
• Familiarity with video games, PCs, and terminology
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook

Compensation:

• This is a temporary position and the pay will be $15/hr DOE.
• Resume and Cover Letter Required
• Include your videogame knowledge and translation experience in the cover letter.

Please submit all resumes to: kdehr@konami.com with "QA TRANSLATOR" as the subject line.

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Division: Product Support Group

Report To: Takeshi Minagawa

Main Job Description: Setting up and maintaining controls and documentation defining procedures in conjunction with operating staff working methodically to establish a clearly defined system that all staff can apply

Other job Descriptions:

• promoting quality achievement and performance improvement across the organization
• maintaining a constant awareness of the business context and company profitability, including budgetary control issues
• working closely with customer support group in establishing quality requirements from customers
• ensuring compliance with 1st parties (hardware licensor such Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft.), international standards, market oriented issues and legislation
• agreeing in-house standards
• pinpointing relevant quality-related training needs
• collating and analyzing performance data and charts against defined parameters
• liaising with other managers and staff, particularly in areas such as design, production and purchasing
• ensuring tests and procedures are properly understood, carried out and evaluated and that product modifications are investigated if necessary
• supervising technical staff in carrying out tests and checks, often in a laboratory environment
• writing technical and management system reports
• bringing together staff of different disciplines and driving the group to plan, formulate and agree comprehensive quality procedures
• persuading sometimes experienced and reluctant staff to change their way of working to incorporate quality methods

Please submit all resumes to: kdehr@konami.com

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