Associate Manager, Corporate Communications
Marketing & Communications
Minato, Tokyo, Japan
Job Summary:
Job Requirements
Job Summary:
Walt Disney Japan is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Corporate Communications Associate Manager to help drive key communications initiatives across the organization. The successful candidate will bring hands-on experience in media relations and internal communications, along with strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in both Japanese and English.
In this role, you will support communications programs that strengthen Disney’s corporate reputation and bring to life the breadth and depth of its businesses. You will contribute to media and stakeholder engagement activities and assist with CSR initiatives that create meaningful impact in local communities.
Responsibilities:
- Support external and internal communications initiatives that strengthen Disney’s corporate reputation and bring to life the breadth and depth of its businesses.
- Develop and coordinate communications materials, including press releases, internal announcements, executive messaging, Q&As, and reports.
- Build relationships with media, KOLs, influencers, and key stakeholders, while executing media relations activities including outreach, inquiries, press events, and media monitoring.
- Deliver engaging internal communications that foster employee engagement and a strong sense of belonging.
- Support CSR initiatives and related communications that create meaningful impact in local communities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional and regional teams to ensure consistent messaging, and coordinate key communications programs, events, and special projects.
Requirements:
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related field.
- Effective communication skills in Japanese and English, with the confidence to participate actively in meetings and discussions.
- Interest in and understanding of the entertainment, media, and consumer industries, as well as current media, digital, and social trends.
- Experience supporting communications campaigns, media activities, and events, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience working effectively in a matrix organization and collaborating with cross-functional, regional, and global stakeholders.
- A collaborative mindset, sound judgment, and a willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges.
- TOEIC score of 800+ or equivalent English proficiency preferred.
Disclaimer
This position is with TWDC (Japan) Ltd., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (APAC).
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About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.