Managing Editor
Duolingo
- Type
- Full-time
- Category
- Writing and editing
- Work mode
- On-site
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Pay
- ¥17,178,000–25,767,100 base, plus equity
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Posted
- 28 Sept 2026
- Eligibility
- Hands-on manga editing or directing experience, working knowledge of anime production, and TV network connections in Japan.
About this opportunity
Duolingo wants a managing editor in Tokyo to lead its character IP in manga and anime. The role ranges from developing its mascot's Japanese voice and writing plots to choosing manga artists, managing anime studios and pitching to TV networks.
Apply at the source
Apply on Duolingo(opens in a new tab)https://careers.duolingo.com/jobs/8637185002?gh_jid=8637185002
Checked 25 Oct 2026
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