Creative Executive, Film & TV (Animation Focus)

POP MART (09992.HK), founded in 2010, is a leading global company in the trend culture and entertainment industry. Centered around IP, POP MART has built a comprehensive platform for creative incubation and IP operation, empowering global creators while delivering exciting products, services, and immersive entertainment experiences to consumers. POP MART identifies and nurtures emerging artists and designers worldwide, creating popular character IPs through a well-established IP development and operation system. Its portfolio includes iconic IPs such as MOLLY, SKULLPANDA, DIMOO, THE MONSTERS, and Hirono. By launching art toys and derivative products based on these IPs, POP MART continues to lead trends in consumer culture. As of the end of 2024, POP MART operates over 500 physical stores and more than 2,300 Robo Shops across 30+ countries and regions. Through multiple cross-border e-commerce platforms, the company has reached audiences in over 90 countries and regions, bringing joy to young consumers around the world.

What You Will Achieve

Identify and develop original concepts, as well as adapt existing IP into film and television projects (live-action and animated).

Evaluate submissions (scripts, treatments, etc) and provide clear, constructive creative feedback.

Collaborate with writers, directors, and creators to shape story, tone, characters, and world-building across formats.

Support the development of pitch materials, including decks, bibles, and visual references for both film and television projects.

Prepare internal materials, including coverage, development notes, and greenlight presentations.

Participate in filmmaker meetings, pitch sessions, and creative reviews.

Track projects across development stages, ensuring alignment with creative vision and overall content strategy.

Stay informed on industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies across film, television, and animation.

What You Will Need

3+ years of experience at a major studio, production company, or animation studio.

Strong background in development across film and/or television, with a preference for candidates experienced in animation.

Demonstrated experience providing thoughtful creative notes on scripts and visual materials.

Deep understanding of story structure, character development, and cinematic storytelling across formats.

Passion for storytelling across genres and formats (live-action, animation, hybrid).Strong creative taste with the ability to identify both commercially viable and artistically distinctive projects.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.Must have valid work authorization in the United States.

What We Offer

Market-competitive packages: we provide 401k, health insurance, PTO leave, paid sick leave, and family leave, etc.

Opportunities to learn and lead: we provide on-the-job training to ensure employees are equipped with the most up-to-date skill sets and knowledgeCareer development: we work with you to advance your career through short-term assignments, and new experiences, etc.

*POP MART is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.

**As an Equal Opportunity Employer, POP MART does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.