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Job ID : 1491498 Date Updated : September 2nd, 2024

Japanese Staff Writer (Temporary contract)

Hiring Company FeverUp
Location Available across Japan
Job Type Temporary
Salary 4 million yen ~ 5.5 million yen

Work Style

Remote Work and WFH

Job Description

Hi, we’re Fever!

We are the leading global live-entertainment discovery tech platform with a clear mission: to democratize access to culture and entertainment. 

How do we achieve our mission? Fever has developed a proprietary technology that inspires a global community of over 125M people through personalized and curated experiences in their local city whilst empowering entertainment and event creators to reach new audiences and enhance their experience. 

Sounds amazing, right? 

About the Team

Secret Media Network is a digital media group focused on recommending perfect plans, discovering great places, sharing things to do and relevant breaking news in different cities around the world. Our family is composed of Secret Chicago, Secret LA, Secret NYC, Secret Atlanta, Secret Miami, Secret Toronto, Secret London, Lisboa Secreta, Paris Secret, Madrid Secreto, Barcelona Secreta, and more!

About the Role

Are you ready to join a dynamic editorial team? This is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a professional newsroom and advance your career with one of the most esteemed digital media teams.

Here's what you'll be responsible for:

  • Identifying compelling stories and generating diverse content ideas for Secret Tokyo!
  • Crafting engaging, accurate, and informative articles efficiently.
  • Ensuring all site copy and headlines adhere to editorial guidelines and our style guide.
  • Collaborating on an editorial calendar that balances news, reviews, and city-centric content, ranging from trending stories to planned campaigns.
  • Creating SEO-friendly posts (SEO training will be provided).
  • Assisting in promotional efforts and collaborating with our Social Media Networking team under manager guidance.
  • Using analytics to refine your content strategy and make adjustments as necessary.

Benefits & Perks

  • Attractive compensation package consisting of base salary and the potential to earn a significant bonus for top performance.
  • Opportunity to have a real impact in a high-growth global category leader.
  • 40% discount on all Fever events and experiences.
  • English lessons.
  • Responsibility from day one and professional and personal growth.
  • Great work environment with a young, international team of talented people to work with!

Application Process

For the path forward, here's what to expect:

  • A video call interview with our Talent team
  • A 60 min psychometric online test
  • An editing test to showcase your expertise and knowledge
  • A conversation with our management team to explore alignment and potential
  • A final conversation with a team member

Join us in shaping digital narratives that resonate globally. Apply now and be part of something exciting!

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 1 year
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Daily Conversation (Amount Used: English usage about 50%)
Minimum Japanese Level Native
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

About You

Here's what we're seeking in candidates:

  • Native-level proficiency in written and spoken Japanese is mandatory while a fluent English level is essential.
  • Demonstrated experience in digital writing.
  • A keen understanding of what makes stories shareable on social platforms.
  • Proficiency with social and digital publishing tools.
  • A methodical approach to efficiently managing your beat.
  • A strong connection to the city's lifestyle, food, entertainment, and art scene, demonstrating a deep understanding of its cultural nuances.

Job Location

  • Available across Japan

Work Conditions

Job Type Temporary
Salary 4 million yen ~ 5.5 million yen
Work Hours 40 hours per week
Holidays 20
Industry Amusement, Entertainment

Job Category

  • Creative and Design > Other (Creative, Design)

Company Details

Company Type Large Company (more than 300 employees) - International Company
Non-Japanese Ratio Majority Non-Japanese