About Oshi
Oshi is training models that predict which companies will perform well with licensing our anime IPs better than a human can. Similar to how a human would assess potential licensing partners, evaluate their capabilities, and decide who to license to, we automate all of those processes with LLMs. We raised US$12.5M from top investors including Polychain & SuperScrypt (Temasek fund). The team is small and we maintain extreme focus on building world class products.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead global business development efforts to onboard licensees onto our blockchain-based anime IP licensing platform
- Identify, source, and and close licensing partnerships for our platform and IPs that get distributed on it
- Develop strategies and execute on pitches to secure partnerships with key players in the anime ecosystem while educating them on the benefits of our technology and forward-thinking business model
- Navigate complex negotiations and close deals with both traditional anime industry players and companies
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of potential licensees, managing the entire sales cycle from initial outreach to successful onboarding
- Identify and spearhead entry into new strategic markets, both geographic and demographic, to expand Oshi's global footprint in anime IP licensing and fan engagement
- Represent the company at industry events and conferences to expand our network and promote our platform
- Leverage deep industry knowledge to inform product development, working closely with tech and product teams to translate licensing complexities and customer needs into key platform features that enhance our platform
- Develop and implement KPIs to measure business development success, providing regular insights to the executive team
- Hire, train, and manage a team of business development professionals as the company scales
- Partner with C-suite executives to drive Oshi's mission of bringing anime IP licensing on-chain, identifying strategic opportunities to expand global market access and enhance fan engagement through our blockchain platform
- Continuously deepen expertise in both IP licensing practices and blockchain technology to better serve customers, educate prospects, and contribute valuable insights to our product development process
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in licensor or licensee roles within the Japanese anime and/or manga licensing industry.
- A strong understanding of licensing processes and design approval procedures.
- Excellent communication skills in English (required) and Japanese (preferred).
- An open-minded approach and interest in exploring new business opportunities using internet platforms and emerging technologies like blockchain.
- Experience with or interest in cutting-edge technologies and digital platforms.
- Familiarity with global anime and manga markets.
- A strong passion for anime and the ability to align with fan community interests and trends.
Ready to join a team of industry veterans and make a big impact? Help us create something extraordinary in the anime tech world.
