[WEBTOON] Assistant Editor, Content

As the global leader and pioneer of the mobile webcomic format, WEBTOON has revolutionized the comics industry for comic fans and creators. Today, a diverse new generation of international comic artists have found a home on WEBTOON, where the company’s storytelling technology allows anyone to become a creator and build a global audience for their stories.

With a massive catalog of incredible digital comics from rising stars on WEBTOON CANVAS platform, and a growing roster of superstar WEBTOON Originals creators, there’s something for every type of comic fan on WEBTOON. With an average of 89+ million monthly active users, and WEBTOON adaptations on Netflix, HBO Max, and other screens around the world, WEBTOON’s passionate fandoms are the new face of pop culture. The company has worked with DC Comics, Marvel Entertainment, HYBE, and many more of the world’s biggest entertainment brands.

What You'll Do

• Provide operational support for Editor(s) including scheduling, updating project databases, sending interdepartmental requests, and asset management for assigned series
• Assist Editor(s) in supporting Original Series’ Development, Launch, and Publication
• Assist Editor(s) in creator communication and external partner relationships
• Review content materials with Editor(s) in pitch and development meetings
• Provide meaningful creative input into the sourcing and development of series
• Gain familiarity with optimal editorial practices and strategies
• Support interdepartmental communication by providing up-to-date project information, as needed
• Support projects in all stages of development and/or production, as needed

Who You Are

• Regularly reads series on WEBTOON ORIGINALS and CANVAS
• Strong interest and awareness of pop-culture and youth culture
• Must be an effective communicator
• Demonstrate a keen editorial eye for identifying talent
• Practical knowledge in storytelling
• Practical knowledge in graphic software such as Photoshop and Clip Studio
• Willingness to learn

WEBTOON is owned by South Korea’s internet conglomerate Naver. In 2021, Naver acquired webnovel app Wattpad. The move aligned WEBTOON, the world’s largest digital comics platform, with Wattpad, the world’s leading webnovel platform. Together, these storytelling technology platforms reach a combined audience of 166 million people around the world.

Join us and work with some of the biggest artists, IP, and fandoms in comics!