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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.
The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting talent acquisition efforts across the dynamic and creative landscape of WEBTOON, Wattpad, and Wattpad WEBTOON Studios. This individual will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent to fuel the growth and innovation of these leading platforms in the digital storytelling and entertainment space.
What you'll be doing:
Full cycle recruitment from strategic planning through to: research, sourcing, pre-screening, scheduling, interviewing and reference checking
You will ensure WEBTOON Entertainment continues to hire A players who are a superior match to the role, our team, and unique culture
Partner with our hiring managers to recruit diverse roles across all of our teams: engineering, product, marketing, business, sales, and more -- relying heavily on sourcing (social media channels), pro-active outreach, referrals, networking, and attending appropriate meet ups and events
Strategically test and evaluate different tools, technologies, forums and approaches to reaching top talent including attending and hosting talent rich events
Research, investigate and stay abreast of new opportunities for WEBTOON Entertainment to recruit top talent
What we're looking for:
3 - 5+ years of demonstrated and proven success recruiting superior business, technology and sales talent for high growth/high value technology focused companies
Experience recruiting US based candidates
Seasoned professional with a client service orientation and drive!
Exceptionally organized and process driven – quality first approach
Superior eye for detail and strong connection to culture/values fit
Interviewing skills are very well honed, highly articulate, professional and tactful
Solid understanding of competency based interviews and other methodologies
Ability to work well independently and within a team environment
Results oriented, with a proven track record
A fan of WEBTOON and Wattpad!
What we offer:
Career development; we believe in mentorship and investing in your learning, supporting you to achieve your goals
Corporate discount for gym memberships for you and your family
Winter break shutdown and a whole lot more!
$60,000 - $80,000 a year
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!