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In this role, you will ensure the studio runs smoothly by coordinating content (video & images) production planning, managing workflows, troubleshooting operational issues, maintaining process documentation, and delivering data analysis on core operational metrics across photography, and video. You will work closely with Producers, Art Directors, Videographers, and freelance talent to keep productions on track and the studio environment ready for high-volume content creation. The role requires someone who can independently address root causes of operational problems, design short-term solutions without predefined procedures, and train team members on standardized processes. The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives in fast-paced environments, and takes ownership of operational details that enable creative teams to do their best work. You will need to understand both upstream and downstream metrics-from supply chain inputs to fulfillment outputs-to inform smart operational decisions. If you excel at turning ambiguity into structure and chaos into order, this is the role for you.\nAt Amazon, you'll work alongside the latest AI and GenAI tools that are increasingly woven into how teams operate: from AI-powered capabilities that accelerate decision-making, to Generative AI that helps you focus on work that truly matters. You'll have opportunities and resources to develop AI fluency at your own pace, with continuous learning built into the culture.\nKey job responsibilities\nDefine and execute work required for standard and non-standard studio operations functions across photography bays, video stages, Content Creators projects and Gen-AI based content creations.\nCoordinate daily studio operational readiness-resolving scheduling conflicts, optimizing utilization, and ensuring all areas are prepared for production\nIndependently address root causes of operational problems in production workstreams, troubleshooting without predefined procedures when necessary\nWork closely with Gen-AI tools and systems, : Provide data analysis using upstream and downstream metrics (including supply chain and fulfillment data) to inform operational decisions : Support production operations by coordinating resources, equipment, and studio readiness, and by optimizing turnovers between shoots to maximize stage utilization : Track and report on key studio operational metrics, flagging capacity risks and opportunities to leadership with data-driven analysis : Create plans to eliminate operational backlogs in a timely fashion, learning to anticipate and mitigate backlogs before they arise : Manage non-standard intake mechanisms and processes, including ambiguous imaging requests requiring judgment and prioritization : Create plans to eliminate operational backlogs in a timely fashion, learning to anticipate and mitigate backlogs before they arise\nOwn and maintain process documentation including SOPs and operational playbooks to facilitate onboarding and process adoption across teams\nDrive automation and process improvement of studio workflows and operations using macros, Python, and Gen-AI tools; \nPartner with global teams to launch, refine, and roll out new studio tools on-site.\nTrain part-time team members and contingent workforce on operational procedures, equipment protocols, and studio standards\nCoordinate with Facilities, IT, Security, and upstream/downstream teams to resolve studio infrastructure issues proactively About the team eShop Studio Japan is part of a global creative network with five hub studios in Barcelona, New York, London, New Delhi, and Tokyo-producing photography, videography, and emerging-format content at scale for millions of Amazon customers. Our Tokyo team is a fast-moving group of producers, art directors, stylists, videographers, and technologists who create high-quality visual content across fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and consumer electronics for both global and local brands. We blend traditional creative craft with the latest technology-including Virtual Production stages, AI-driven workflows, and 3D capture systems-to push the boundaries of what's possible in e-commerce content. We value operational excellence, creative innovation, and a culture where every team member has the opportunity to do their best work. If you thrive in a studio environment where no two days are the same and bold ideas are welcome, this is the team for you.\nBasic qualifications\n-\n4+ years of experience in studio operations, production coordination, or facilities management -\nExperience coordinating cross-functional inputs, meeting deadlines, and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment -\nExperience troubleshooting operational issues independently without predefined procedures -\nExperience with process documentation, SOP creation, and operational playbook development -\nExperience with data analysis and metrics reporting using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Gen-AI tools -\nStrong analytical skills and attention to detail with effective communication abilities -\nBusiness-level proficiency in both English and Japanese (written and verbal) -\nAbility to work on-site full-time in a studio environment\nPreferred qualifications\n-\nExperience in a photo, video, or content production environment -\nExperience in project management, performance tracking and analysis for contents/crative assets production -\nExperience with process improvement initiatives or operational excellence methodologies -\nUnderstanding of purchase order processes, cost tracking, or basic financial operations -\nKnowledge of upstream/downstream supply chain and fulfillment metrics -\nComfort working across international teams and time zones -\nExperience handling ambiguous requests requiring judgment and prioritization -\nExperience training or onboarding team members on operational procedures Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. 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