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Director, Content Localization - APAC

Tokyo,JapanFull-time2026-08-13 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead and strategize dubbing, subtitling, and accessibility asset localization for Netflix's APAC region to ensure high-quality, culturally relevant content delivery.

Role type

Director, Content Localization (Regional Lead)

Builds

Globalized entertainment content (dubbed audio, subtitles, accessibility assets) for Netflix viewers in the APAC region

Domain

Entertainment / Media Localization / APAC

Required skills

Strategic planning, organizational management, cross-functional partnership, operational excellence, financial management, market analysis, thought leadership, regional expertise

Preferred skills

Fluency in English and at least one additional APAC language, industry event representation, innovation in localization workflows

Technologies

Dubbing workflows, subtitling workflows, accessibility asset tools

Responsibilities

Develop and execute regional localization strategy aligned with global objectives; Lead, mentor, and hire diverse teams of Language Production Leads and Operations Leads; Collaborate with Content, Production, Marketing, Legal, and Finance teams; Drive standardization and continuous improvement of localization workflows; Monitor competitor activity and market trends; Represent Netflix at industry events and advocate for regional needs.

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership & team management