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Rakuten Group, Inc. is the largest e-commerce company in Japan, and the third-largest e-commerce marketplace company worldwide, with over 1.5 billion registered users worldwide. The Rakuten brand is recognized worldwide for its leadership and innovation, and provides a variety of consumer and business-focused services including e-commerce, e-reading, travel, banking, securities, credit card, e-money, portal and media, online marketing and professional sports. The company is expanding globally and currently has operations throughout Asia, Western Europe, and the Americas.

Rakuten Viki is a premier global entertainment streaming site where millions of people discover and consume primetime shows and movies subtitled in more than 200 languages, by our community of fans. With billions of videos viewed and more than 1 billion words translated, Viki brings global entertainment to fans everywhere!

Based in San Mateo, California, this role will be reporting to the Chief Operating Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive predictable business growth by delivering visibility and improving efficiency across the revenue process
• Responsible for developing business strategies and operational plans to achieve company objectives
• Be adept at approaching opportunities and challenges from multiple angles by coming up with creative business plans to be successfully realized in a fast-paced environment
• Provide company-wide departments with a strategic view of SVOD, AVOD, and TVOD businesses and shared revenue targets to drive achievement of business objectives.
• Connect market data and revenue activity data to propel data-driven collaboration, execution rigor, and operational agility across organizations
• Share both process goals and revenue goals, conduct and lead periodical business reviews with company leadership to ensure a well-defined performance-to-plan analysis, and continue to adjust processes to meet and exceed the goals of revenue opportunities
• Identify and establish partnership opportunities that generate business revenue and growth. Develop and manage partner relationships to ensure targets are met and exceeded
• Work closely with leadership and support to build revenue strategy. Keep leadership apprised of the revenue operations progress

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree or equivalent practical experience
• Over 9 years of previous experience in consumer internet companies in a business operations, corporate strategy, go-to-market monetization strategy, or a similar role, with 4+ years in a leadership and management role
• A desire to do both strategic planning and daily execution/optimization
• Expertise in evaluating opportunities in a competitive environment with actionable, insightful market assessment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to apply business strategy to data analysis and recommendations
• Demonstrated history of identifying opportunities with strategic partners, building and managing relationships with them. Experience in selling one’s ideas, negotiating, closing, and growing commercial partnerships
• Ability to plan a project and effectively manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing short term revenue objectives with long term vision
• Proven leader with the ability to bring many parties and perspectives together, to forge a vision, and to drive towards common goals
• Strong problem-solving skills, comfortable with navigating ambiguity with limited information and making tradeoff decisions
• Team management experience with strength in developing team members to achieve individual and company objectives

At the time of posting, Rakuten expects the base salary for this role will be between $180k-230k. Individual compensation will vary based on job-related factors, including the skills, qualifications, and experience of the successful candidate as well as business need and geographic location. The successful applicant for this role will be eligible for discretionary bonus, health, vision, dental insurance, 401k matching, PTO, Volunteer Time Off (VTO), and other employee benefits as the company implements.

Rakuten is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged.

Rakuten Viki

High Level Executive Assistant Positions // Fortune 500 Companies // Temp, Temp- Hire // $40-50 an hour DOE // Los Angeles, CA

Our Top Clients within the Entertainment, Creative, and Finance industries are seeking Executive Assistants on a temp and temp-to-hire basis to join their team in Los Angeles, California.

These are client-facing roles, where you will be taking on a variety of administrative projects, providing support to Senior Leaders and C-Suite Executives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative support and assistance to assigned leadership staff
• Manage and maintain logistical aspects including heavy scheduling, calendaring, and supporting internal and external meetings as necessary
• Booking travel, both international and domestic
• Administering ad hoc project assistance as needed

Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of related experience required in working in an executive assistant role supporting C-Level executives
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience with heavy calendaring/scheduling and booking domestic/international travel
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Please submit your resume to apply.

Please submit your resume for consideration!

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Career Group

STAND 8 is a global leader providing end-to-end IT Solutions. We solve business problems through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY and are looking for individuals to help us scale software projects designed to change the world!

Summary

• Are you looking to get your start in the business of deciding what shows and movies viewers want?
• Working with the Programming Team, the Coordinator is responsible for channel management in order to build out some of the 250+ channels on our service. This role reports to the Programming Manager or Sr Programming Manager.

Responsibilities Include

• Building episodes in our proprietary Content Management System (CMS).
• Scheduling pre-programmed live stream and episodic channels.
• Tracking and data entry used for programming decisions.
• Understanding of programming workflows and completing tasks within the CMS, content catalog review process, and life-cycle of content.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualities / Experience We’re Seeking

• This is an entry level position.
• Detail oriented with a collaborative mindset.
• A general understanding of databases.
• Knowledge of and interest in the entertainment media landscape.
• The ability to pick up proprietary program scheduling software.
• Comfort working with data and understanding how data plays into programming strategy.

The US base range for this contract position is $18-$24/hour. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

STAND 8 Technology Services

We are seeking an accomplished and dedicated Personal Assistant / House Manager for our client, a private principal who is a high-profile entrepreneur/artist. This multifaceted position will undertake a range of responsibilities with a distinctive blend of operations and administration across house management and personal tasks. We are seeking a candidate who takes pride in the little details with a focus on ensuring that each day runs smoothly. This role requires someone highly organized, a relationship builder, and who enjoys wearing many hats. You will strategically coordinate operations and organization of the residence, helping with calendaring and vendor scheduling, booking travel, and working closely with contacts within the family environment as well as with outside vendors and crews. You’ll be entrusted with event coordination, facilitation of home projects, construction project management, and a range of other tasks as they come up.

The ideal candidate will be a true professional with a “get-it-done” mentality, capable of effortlessly navigating both the demands of executive support and the intricacies of household management. This opportunity offers a unique chance to contribute to the operational harmony of an accomplished family while showcasing executive-level competencies.

Responsibilities: The chosen candidate will undertake an integral role in ensuring the seamless operation of the household, as well as providing personalized assistance to the principal. Duties encompass a broad spectrum, including managing house tasks (working with vendors, staff, and construction projects), coordinating travel arrangements, orchestrating appointments, overseeing calendars, and facilitating entertaining endeavors like holidays and special events. Additionally, the individual will be entrusted with supervising vendors, communicating needs with housekeeping personnel, and maintaining the overall upkeep of the residence. Event coordination, management of business contracts and compliance, and travel management will be among the other pivotal duties entrusted to this role. You’ll also handle budgeting, payments and invoicing, with the aim to secure best prices and maintain budgetary goals.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years as a dedicated Executive/Personal Assistant with household experience
• Tech-savviness and an affinity for research-driven tasks
• Proven adeptness in managing multifaceted tasks, with an aptitude for discerning priorities and executing with meticulous precision
• Background in house management, with a demonstrated capacity for maintaining a well-operated household
• Prior experience in providing support to high net worth families is a substantial advantage
• Valid driver’s license and clean background

Salary Range is 90,000-110,000 base , bonus potential. DOE Benefits are provided

This is onsite 5x a week in Sherman Oaks

You must be local to the area!

Confidential

Contract Assignment in Newport Beach, CA 100% onsite.

The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A strong ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure your success in this multi-faceted role.

• Travel Coordination and PreparationWorks with assigned managers to coordinate travel arrangements, both domestic and international, through our travel agency platform (Navan), according to the Company Travel and Entertainment Policy.
• Arranges cost effective ground transportation, books hotels and manages all logistics.
• Creates final travel itinerary and directions.
• Expense Reports: Travel, Gifts and EntertainmentGathers emails, calendar schedules and compliance approvals to prepare monthly expense reports.
• Prompts managers after travel, meetings and events to include all proper documentation and approvals well in advance.
• Processes monthly detailed expense reports through the Concur system.
• Reconciles monthly expenses with corporate credit card statements to ensure balances are paid in full, and following up with managers for personal payments when needed.
• Monitors and tracks all expense reports submitted until final payment.
• Meeting CoordinationSchedules external and internal meetings, calls and video conferencing across multiple time zones.
• Checks and confirms availability for presenters.
• Coordinates meeting materials printing and distribution.
• Handles meeting logistics and orders meals/refreshments when needed.
• Calendar ManagementMonitors multiple calendars and alerts managers as meetings occur according to their preferences.
• Creates, accepts and changes meetings according to each manager’s preference.
• Communicates effectively, keeps managers’ calendars well organized, and properly screens meetings.
• Client Servicing and Phone CoverageProvides excellent client service and phone skills.
• Manages telephone calls and handles requests and escalates urgent matters with urgency.
• Creates follow up correspondence according to the requirement of each manager.
• Project and Department ResponsibilitiesCompletes assigned projects on time and with accuracy.
• Liaises with assistants from other departments to support all business needs as a team.
• Supports managers with any projects or events, using Excel, PowerPoint and Company applications.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• 2 – 5 years of previous administrative experience supporting multiple executives.
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook, Zoom required.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, including exceptional telephone management and the ability to write emails.
• Must be able to adapt to changing situations with minimal notice and guidance.
• Two–year college degree is preferred but not required.
• Soft skills: Self-starter, action oriented, quick learner, able to multitask, highly organized, excellent attention to detail, customer focused, problem solver, good follow up skills, strong relating skills, able to prioritize, team player.

Ultimate Staffing

US Job Description

Firm Information

Reed Smith is a global relationship law firm with more than 1,700 lawyers in 30 offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Founded in 1877, the firm represents leading international businesses, from Fortune 100 corporations to mid-market and emerging enterprises. Its lawyers provide litigation and other dispute resolution services in multi-jurisdictional and other high-stakes matters; deliver regulatory counsel; and execute the full range of strategic domestic and cross-border transactions. Reed Smith is a preeminent advisor to industries including financial services, life sciences, health care, advertising, entertainment and media, shipping and transport, energy and natural resources, real estate, manufacturing, technology, and education. For more information, visit reedsmith.com.

Position Summary

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures provides legal/general support to the firm’s attorneys and their clients. Must be familiar with and observe the firm’s established policies and guidelines. Must maintain positive contact with attorneys (both the firm’s and outside counsel), support staff, clients and vendors. Observes confidentiality of client and firm matters. This position is not limited to the functions and skills listed on this description and responsibilities may be revised as needed.

Essential Functions

Litigation:

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Familiarity with case and/or project management is beneficial.
Experience with databases and litigation software packages a plus, i.e., Relativity.
Familiarity with document production and trial preparation is valuable, interest in or prior experience with labor and employment litigation cases a plus.
Familiarity with obtaining, reviewing, and indexing legal records and documents for litigation matters.
Interest in gaining experience with organizing and maintaining discovery files,
Ability to assist attorneys in preparing correspondence, documents, and pleadings:
Prepare deposition materials, including exhibits and summaries.
Become well versed in e-filing in State and Federal Court(s).
Ability to conduct legal research and comprehend Court rules.
Familiarity with preparing case materials for experts and witnesses.
Willingness to assist with trial preparation and attend trial.
Ability to work and learn independently and within a team setting;
Ability to calendar deadlines.
Excellent writing and proofreading skills; and
Ability and willingness to learn cite checking and blue booking skills, a plus.

Job functions included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job functions at any time.

Requirements

Education: College Degree required.

Experience: Interest in labor and employment litigation a plus; General office skills required.

Skills: Excellent organizational skills. Must be extremely detail oriented. Effective oral and written skills. Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word preferred.

Other

Pay Range: $52,000 – $68,000. This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith’s pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.

Typical Physical Demands: Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment.

Typical Mental Demands: Able to work effectively in a fast paced environment. Make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas. Communicate with various personalities at all levels.

Working Conditions: Works in typical office setting. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule.

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan.

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reed Smith’s success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran’s status, or any characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all.

Reed Smith provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including in the application and interview process.

Qualified candidates only. No search firms.
Reed Smith LLP

Career Group Companies, the nation’s leading, woman-owned search firm is actively searching for a Staff Accountant to join their close-knit team, and the dynamic world of recruiting!

Career Group, a division of Career Group Companies, is a nationally recognized leader in recruiting, specializing in placing the highest caliber of administrative support professionals in temporary and direct-hire opportunities. We partner with the top firms in Los Angeles within a range of industries including technology, finance, fashion, and entertainment.

Our business is exploding and we are getting ready for big things to come as we anticipate 2024. We are looking for a dynamic candidate who is comfortable with day-to-day accounting, as well as partnering/working cross-functionally with various internal teams. Our team is fun, as we are storytellers who are business savvy, relationship builders. If you are outgoing with a competitive, athletic spirit, we want to meet you.

We offer an opportunity to build a long-term career, while working with our Controller, VP of Accounting, and CFO. The ideal candidate will have strong excel experience and an ability to build efficiencies within existing accounting procedures. This position is onsite daily in Century City.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations
• Prepare and present timely monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Ensure compliance with state and federal tax laws and regulations
• Provide financial support to business leaders in monthly forecasting and annual operating plan development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2-3+ years of prior accounting experience
• Active CPA license, or interest in pursuing CPA license
• Strong organizational, analytical and recording skills
• Detail oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

Please submit your resume for consideration!

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Confidential

Posting on behalf of our Recruiting Partners.

Title: Tax Manager

Location: Irvine, CA – Remote Available

Industry:

• Accounting
• Financial Services

Well-established local CPA firm is searching for a Tax Manager and Senior to add to their growing staff. A professional, friendly work environment features a great work-life balance and the ability to either work fully remotely and live anywhere or work remotely with some in-office or client-location work assignments. They offer a very reasonable work/life balance, high base salaries and bonuses, overtime paid at time and one half for Seniors, and excellent career growth potential. Relocation and H1 visa transfer assistance are available for exceptional candidates. This firm is an excellent alternative to the extreme overtime, required travel, and office politics of national CPA firms. They will take candidates out of the national, and high-quality local CPA firms based in the U.S.

Company Profile:

We are an Entrepreneurial boutique CPA firm serving clients more effectively by providing an atmosphere of growth and excellence, up-to-date professional information, and staff continuity. In turn, that allows our professionals to look consistently beyond mere numbers and help clients identify and exploit business opportunities. We have many entertainment industry, manufacturing, distribution, and real estate clients.

Job Description:

• Senior level position – requires an experienced tax professional with strong interpersonal skills.
• Prepare tax returns of individuals, trusts, and partnerships/corporations
• Assist with tax projections and researching technical issues to assist with facilitating client relationships.
• Ability to assist in audit, review, compilation, and preparation of financial statement engagements (accounting and audit training to be provided if no previous experience).

Education and Experience:

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university.
• Active CPA license or actively pursuing certification
• 2-7 years of tax preparation experience in a public accounting firm

Skills:

• Punctual, reliable and detail-oriented.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assist in identifying issues.
• Strong communication skills to confidently communicate and converse with staff and clients.
• Organizational skills to process all tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Self-confidence to take the initiative to maintain a functioning work environment especially.
• Achievement-motivated to set and surpass realistic goals.

Affinity Steps

Our client is looking for a Design Director to join their creative team. This client creates high profile, iconic water entertainment installations around the world. As the Design Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual and artistic direction of live productions. You will lead a team of talented designers and collaborate with various creative departments to ensure that our shows deliver a one-of-a-kind experience that leaves audiences spellbound. This role requires a deep understanding of design principles, a passion for pushing creative boundaries, and the ability to manage a team of creative professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Creative Vision: Develop and articulate the overarching creative vision for Design productions, ensuring alignment with the company’s artistic direction and brand identity.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineers, manufacturers, product, creators, directors, and other key stakeholders to ensure that the design elements enhance the storytelling and emotional impact of each production.
• Budget Management: Work with the production team to manage design budgets effectively while maintaining high artistic standards.
• Research and Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and artistic innovations to incorporate fresh ideas into Design productions.
• Production Oversight: Oversee the design implementation process, working closely with production teams to ensure that design concepts are executed properly.
• Quality Control: Maintain high-quality standards throughout the design process, from concept development to execution, and ensure that designs meet safety and logistical requirements.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing creative demands with deadlines and resource constraints.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., theater design, visual arts, or similar).
• Extensive experience in design leadership roles leading teams and presenting to internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Knowledge of Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), Rhino.
• Grasshopper knowledge a plus.
• Ability to sketch or hand draw concepts and designs required.
• Proven track record of creating visually compelling and innovative designs.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities.
• A passion for pushing creative boundaries and a commitment to delivering exceptional visual experiences.

This is an onsite position in Burbank, California. Person required to be onsite 5 days/week.

Eleventh Hour

EXILE | Los Angeles, CA | Client Services Coordinator

Please send applications to jobs@exileedit.com with your resume and a brief cover letter.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead existing and spearhead new Client Services initiatives and processes, including meal and snack planning, event organization, and office experiences

• Maintain a clean, organized and welcoming office space

• Greet clients and visitors as they arrive in a friendly and professional manner, introduce them to the office & amenities

• Open and close the office space as needed

• Manage meal orders and runs, ensuring all items are picked up, labeled correctly, and organized for employees and clients

• Track expenses made on any company credit cards and give receipts to the Receptionist

• Manage inventory of office supplies

• Key member of the Client Services team, planning, organizing and carrying out various tasks to maintain positive client experiences

• Complete various office maintenance and facility related tasks (ie, building shelves, painting, appliance repairs, etc.)

• Additional PA and Runner duties, including delivering and picking up various meals, pieces of media and equipment

Education and Work Experience:

• Previous hospitality experience is a must

• Previous entertainment industry experience preferred

• Strong communication skills and experience with client-facing roles preferred

Core Competencies:

• Must be confident in greeting guests and creating a warm, welcoming environment

• Passion for planning and hosting lunches, happy hours, events, and more

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with calm demeanor

• Self-starter, quick learner, proactive, calm under pressure

• Trustworthy in maintaining confidentiality

• Communication skills, verbal and written, need to both be strong and effective

• Must have professional phone etiquette and speak clearly

• Proficient in Google Suite (sheets, pages, calendar, drive)

This is an in-office position working in Santa Monica, CA.

This position’s responsibilities support two companies, EXILE Edit and Pariah VFX.

We ask applicants to have reliable transportation to and from work.

Work week is M-F 8a-6p 45hrs/week. However, you are working with a team to cover client supervised sessions that fall outside of those hours, so OT and weekend work is common.

Exile is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Salary $20/hr + OT

EXILE Edit