We’re seeking a strategic and experienced Editor to take a key leadership role in shaping the creative and commercial success of WEBTOON Originals. This position requires a strong editorial vision, deep understanding of the webcomic medium, and the ability to identify and develop high-potential stories.
A successful Editor will be a strategic force and creative leader, consistently improving title performance through sophisticated editorial input, identifying and nurturing creators with breakout potential, and strengthening scalable editorial frameworks. You will contribute to a diverse and commercially strong Originals slate and demonstrate the leadership, collaboration, and creative problem-solving skills needed to elevate the entire Content organization.
Our Editors are responsible not only for managing a slate of titles but also for elevating overall editorial standards, mentoring assistant editors, and contributing to strategic content initiatives across the US Content division.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee and manage a slate of WEBTOON Original series, guiding them from pitch to launch and through ongoing production.
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Provide targeted editorial direction focusing on:
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Strong early-chapter momentum (fast-burn pacing).
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Consistent chapter-level stickiness (hooks, cliffhangers).
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Long-term story structure, character arcs, and audience retention.
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Develop and maintain editorial best-practice frameworks, including evolving Bibles based on platform data, audience insights, and emerging trends.
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Identify content risks early and propose actionable solutions to maximize title performance.
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Work closely with creators to provide high-impact, actionable feedback with sensitivity and professionalism.
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Support creators in building sustainable production systems, including buffer management, workflow planning, and long-term pacing strategy.
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Champion the creator experience while balancing the platform’s editorial and business goals.
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Continuously source for unique, diverse, and commercially promising stories that align with WEBTOON’s strategic goals.
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Review pitches and conduct thorough evaluations using creative judgment plus data-informed analysis.
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Partner with the Content Strategy team to identify gaps, explore new genres, and evaluate opportunities for flagship-potential titles.
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Align editorial decisions with broader platform goals and corporate strategy.
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Work closely with:
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Content Strategy (data insights, sourcing strategy).
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Marketing/GM (launch planning, FP strategy, growth opportunities).
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Content Ops (hiatus planning, creator care).
Title Development & Editorial Leadership
Creator Collaboration & Relationship Management
Sourcing & Portfolio Strategy
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Qualifications
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3+ years of editorial experience in webcomics fields (or similar digital narrative formats).
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Strong understanding of vertical-scroll storytelling, pacing, and audience behavior.
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Demonstrated ability to guide creators and deliver high-quality editorial feedback.
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Exceptional communication, project management, and organizational skills.
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Ability to interpret performance data and incorporate insights into editorial strategy.
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Passion for WEBTOON, manga, manhwa, genre fiction, and digital storytelling.
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Experience managing high-performing or breakout titles.
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Familiarity with content production pipelines and creator workflows.
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Understanding of platform-driven content businesses and monetization models (e.g., Fast Pass, ad-revenue, premium).
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Cross-team collaboration experience in a fast-paced environment.
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Korean or Japanese language familiarity is a plus but not required.
Required
Preferred