We’re Hiring!

日本語を活かして、信頼を築き、ビジネスを広げる。
Build relationships. Develop opportunities. Bring Japanese entertainment to audiences across Asia.

SOZO is the company behind AFA – ANIME FESTIVAL ASIA, bringing Japanese pop culture to audiences through festivals, concerts and entertainment projects across the region.

We are looking for a commercially minded, Japanese-speaking professional to own and grow our relationships with Japanese clients, entertainment companies and artist-management teams.

You will build trust, lead discussions, develop opportunities and work with our teams to deliver successful projects. We are looking for someone who combines attentive client care with the initiative and judgement to turn relationships into long-term business.

SOZOでは、日本のクライアントやエンターテインメント企業、アーティストマネジメントとの関係を主体的に築き、ビジネスの成長につなげていく仲間を募集しています。

パートナーのニーズを理解し、社内チームと連携しながら、企画提案・交渉からプロジェクトの実現、次の機会の創出まで、一貫して関わっていただくポジションです。

日本のポップカルチャーへの情熱を、ビジネスを動かす力に変えてみませんか。

Responsibilities:

• Own and grow relationships. Manage an assigned portfolio of Japanese clients, partners and artist-management relationships. Understand their priorities, anticipate their needs and become a trusted point of contact for SOZO.
• Develop business opportunities. Strengthen existing partnerships and build new connections. Identify opportunities across festivals, concerts, fan experiences and related entertainment projects, and turn ideas into actionable proposals.
• Lead discussions and negotiations. Conduct meetings and correspondence in Japanese, develop proposals and negotiate project scope and commercial terms within agreed approval limits. Bring recommendations and practical solutions to the table.
• Turn commitments into results. Work with our production, marketing, hospitality and finance teams to translate partner requirements into clear actions. Manage expectations, resolve issues and follow through from project delivery to the next opportunity.

Requirements:

• Professional Japanese and strong English. Japanese is required to lead business discussions, negotiations and written communication with Japanese clients and artist-management companies. English is required to work effectively with SOZO’s Singapore and regional teams.
• Proven relationship-management experience. A background in account management, partnerships, business development, commercial project management or a related field, with evidence of taking ownership of client relationships and outcomes.
• Commercial drive and sound judgement. The ability to identify opportunities, recommend a course of action, handle difficult conversations professionally and follow through without constant prompting.
• Genuine passion for Japanese entertainment. An interest in ACG, J-pop or the wider Japanese pop culture industry, together with an interest in the business behind the content.
• A reliable, hands-on approach. Strong organisation, attention to clients’ needs, discretion with sensitive information and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience in entertainment, music, events, licensing, media or agencies serving Japanese clients would be an advantage. Candidates from other industries with strong commercial and relationship-management experience are also welcome.
• An established industry network is helpful, but the ability to build and develop relationships is equally important.
• This role involves regional travel and some evening or weekend work around projects and events.
• Appointment at Manager or Senior Manager level will depend on relevant experience, demonstrated capability and readiness to take ownership.

How to apply:

• Please email us [email protected] with your CV.
• Subject line: Application – Japan Partnerships & Artist Relations
• Please include a short introduction highlighting your experience managing client or partner relationships and how you have used Japanese professionally. A few sentences in English or Japanese are sufficient; no separate cover letter is required.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial conversation in Japanese and English. Later-stage candidates may be asked to complete a brief, role-related practical assessment.
• Bring your passion for Japanese entertainment and the drive to build the business behind it.
• We look forward to hearing from you!

Full-time

Come join the team behind Anime Festival Asia and other top Japanese artiste solo concerts and music festivals! At SOZO, finance plays a key role in making major festivals, concerts, and pop culture events happen across Asia.

Responsibilities:

• Manage supplier invoices and payments
• Process staff claims and reimbursements
• Handle GST coding and assist with filings
• Perform bank and intercompany reconciliations
• Support project cost settlement for events
• Assist with month-end closing

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2–3 years experience in Accounts Payable
• Familiar with Xero or similar systems
• Detail-oriented and organised
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Work on major anime festivals and J-pop concerts
• Exposure to regional entertainment projects
• Dynamic and creative industry environment
• Opportunities to grow with the team

How to apply:

• Please email us [email protected] with your CV.
• Subject line: Application – Accounts Payable Executive
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• We look forward to hearing from you!

If you’ve worked on tours, concerts, or live events before, we’d love to speak with you.

We’re looking for someone who understands what it takes behind the scenes: caring for artists, coordinating with overseas teams, and keeping everything running smoothly onsite.

What you’ll do:

• Manage hospitality for artistes & international guests
• Plan travel, hotels, transport, and schedules
• Coordinate with overseas teams across different time zones
• Be onsite to ensure everything runs as planned

Who you are:

• Experienced in live events, tours, or concerts
• Comfortable working with overseas artists, managers, and crews
• Calm, reliable, and able to handle pressure
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility
• Service-driven

What you’ll be part of:

• Anime Festival Asia (AFA)
• International concert tours across Asia

This is a hands-on role
You’ll be directly responsible for the experience of our artists and guests

If this sounds like you, we’d really like to hear from you

How to apply:

• Please email us [email protected] with your CV
• Subject: Producer – Hospitality
• If you’ve applied before, feel free to apply again. This is a new position.
• We look forward to hearing from you!

Full-time

Be the face of our event partnerships and help grow our network of exhibitors, sponsors, and regional brands—while also managing the successful delivery of their projects.

Responsibilities:

• Drive new business and secure booth sales, sponsorships, and activations
• Build and maintain strong B2B relationships with brands and partners
• Promote our services to local and overseas clients
• Build and maintain strong B2B relationships across industries
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver entitlements
• Support outreach efforts, community engagement, and basic social media marketing when needed
• Ensure timely execution of deliverables with strong attention to detail

Bonus if you:

• Speak Mandarin or Japanese
• Have experience in sponsorship servicing, event management, or project coordination
• Are confident, persuasive, and enjoy working with people
• Are organised and comfortable with juggling multiple projects
• Understand the pop culture, anime, or retail scene in Southeast Asia
• Can contribute to basic marketing or content support

How to apply:

• Please email us [email protected] with your resume, and indicate the position you wish to apply in the subject of the email. Only successful applicants will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!

Full-Time / Project Basis

We’re on the lookout for passionate Creative Designers to join our team and help shape the visual storytelling behind our events, brands, and merchandise.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Creative and Art Director in delivering cohesive visual branding across SOZO’s platforms and experiences
• Design and adapt marketing collaterals for web, print, and social media
• Develop visual concepts and graphics for our pop culture events and IP-based merchandise
• Create short-form videos or motion graphics for social media platforms (e.g., reels, teasers, event highlights)

What we’re looking for:

• Diploma or degree in graphic design (or equivalent industry experience)
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator; bonus if you have video editing skills (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro)
• Strong sense of concept, layout, and typography
• Able to juggle multiple projects and work in a fast-paced, pop culture-driven environment
• Prior experience in events or merchandise design is a bonus

How to apply:
Come bring your creativity to life with us — designing experiences that fans remember and merch they love to wear.

• Please email us [email protected] and a short cover letter.
• Subject line: Application – Creative Designer
• Include your online portfolio (website or PDF link — please don’t attach large files)
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• We look forward to hearing from you!