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GIKUTAS Division Director

GIKUTAS specialises in producing high-quality 2D illustrations across various fields, primarily games but also including trading cards, Vtubers, and advertising-related projects. We are seeking a Director to oversee the entire production process, from client briefings to schedule and quality management during production.

◼︎ Briefing & Negotiation
Conduct briefings to understand the client's desired imagery. Negotiate aspects such as the number of illustrations, deadlines, and pricing. (※Meetings are primarily online)

◼︎ Creator Selection
Select the most suitable creator for each project by considering their strengths and unique artistic characteristics. This role offers the exciting opportunity to discover new talent not only from GIKUTAS's registered creators but also through platforms like social media.

◼︎ Schedule and Quality Management
Manage project timelines and illustration quality to ensure successful completion. Quality control will be conducted in collaboration with our in-house art directors.

【Requirements】
・At least 2 years of professional experience in any area.
※No prior industry or role experience required

【Preferred Qualifications】
・Experience involved in any form of production
・Experience in client negotiations or proposals, such as in sales roles
・Experience coordinating schedules and collaborating with team members or external parties
・Experience using graphic software such as Photoshop or CLIP STUDIO PAINT

【Ideal Candidate】
・Someone who can act as a bridge between clients and creators, valuing smooth communication
・Someone who takes responsibility for schedules and quality, finding fulfilment in seeing projects through to completion
・Someone passionate about illustration and creation, regardless of their own drawing ability
・Someone who enjoys the process of pursuing better work through team collaboration

FULL TIME with 6 months trial period
※We're good at employment visa applications.

・Annual salary: JPY 3.5M–5.0M

・Annual income consists of 12 months' base salary plus 2 months' bonus.
・One month's bonus is distributed into the monthly salary and paid out in equal installments each month.
・The remaining one month's bonus is paid in July.

・Fixed overtime allowance (45 hours/month) included, with extra paid separately

・Salary review twice a year (January & July)
・Side jobs allowed

※ Salary is indicative; adjusted based on skills, experience, and performance
※ Conditions finalized in an offer meeting after selection

10:00–19:00 (1-hour break)

Tokyo Office:
5F Honey Building Aoyama, 3-35-8 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (No relocation required)

Kyoto Office:
356-10 Yatsuyanagi-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture (No relocation required)

Tokyo Office:
About a 7- to 8-minute walk from Gaienmae Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
Tokyo Metro Hanzomon, Chiyoda and Ginza Lines: 10–11 minutes on foot from Omotesando Station

Kyoto Office:
7-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station on the Keihan Railway Kyoto Line

Full two-day weekend system (Saturdays and Sundays off) | Public holidays off | Paid annual leave | Summer holiday (5 days granted)
Year-end and New Year holidays (28 December to 4 January) | Special leave for weddings and funerals | Maternity and childcare leave (with successful take-up and return records)
Caregiving leave | Birthday special leave | Special leave for medical appointments, etc.

Annual holidays: 131 days

「Application」

Resume/CA Portfolio Cover Letter (Not required but highly encouraged)

Online interview

Practical assignment to assess the current technical skill (online)

Division manager Interview (Online)

Official offer of employment

※Application process takes 2 to 3 weeks on average.

GIKUTAS Division Art Director

GIKUTAS specialises in producing high-quality 2D illustrations across various fields, primarily social games but also including trading cards, Vtubers, and advertising. We are seeking an Art Director to lead the quality of our work, overseeing everything from quality supervision of illustrations to the final polish.

◼︎ Illustration Quality Supervision
Review illustrations created by registered GIKUTAS creators, assessing composition, character appeal, and alignment with specifications. Provide precise revision instructions and feedback using red-pen markups.

◼︎ Final Brush-Up
You will enhance quality to the maximum level and make additions/adjustments to harmonise the overall style.

◼︎ Your Own Skill Development
You will undertake assignments and independent practice aimed at overcoming weaknesses and broadening your scope. Feedback will be provided by your supervisor to foster long-term skill growth.

【Requirements】
・Practical experience as an Art Director or Illustrator
・Experience using Photoshop
※Freelancers with relevant experience are also welcome

【Preferred Qualifications】
・Experience providing revision instructions or markups (internal or external)
・Experience creating or supervising IP (copyrighted) illustrations
・Experience liaising with and directing external illustrators

【Ideal Candidate】
・Individuals with a commitment to illustration quality who strive to create better work
・Individuals capable of absorbing diverse art styles and trends to expand their creative repertoire
・Individuals able to collaborate with others, such as directors, to contribute to improving illustration quality
・Individuals capable of proactively managing tasks and efficiently driving work forward to achieve goals and resolve challenges

FULL TIME with 6 months trial period
※We're good at employment visa applications.

・Expected Annual Salary: JPY 3.5M–5.0M

・Annual income consists of 12 months' base salary plus 2 months' bonus.
・One month's bonus is distributed into the monthly salary and paid out in equal installments each month.
・The remaining one month's bonus is paid in July.

・Fixed overtime allowance (45 hours/month) included (extra paid separately)

・Salary review twice a year (January & July)
・Side jobs allowed

※ Salary is indicative; adjusted based on skills, experience, and performance
※ Conditions finalized in an offer meeting after selection

10:00–19:00 (1-hour break)

Depending on your preference, you may choose one of the following work locations.

Tokyo Office:
Honey Building Aoyama 5F, 3-35-8 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (No relocation required)

Kyoto Office:
356-10 Yatsuyanagi-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture (No relocation required)

Fully Remote:
You can work from anywhere in Japan.

Tokyo Office:
About a 7- to 8-minute walk from Gaienmae Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
Tokyo Metro Hanzomon, Chiyoda and Ginza Lines: 10–11 minutes on foot from Omotesando Station

Kyoto Office:
7-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station on the Keihan Railway Kyoto Line

Full two-day weekend system (Saturdays and Sundays off) | Public holidays off | Paid annual leave | Summer holiday (5 days granted)
Year-end and New Year holidays (28 December to 4 January) | Special leave for weddings and funerals | Maternity and childcare leave (with successful take-up and return records)
Caregiving leave | Birthday special leave | Special leave for medical appointments, etc.

Annual holidays: 131 days

Document screening (Portfolio submission required)

1st Interview (HR)

Assignment (Redline feedback test)

Final Interview (Division Head)

Offer & conditions meeting

Notes
・Entire process conducted online
・Expected duration: 2–3 weeks
・Process may vary depending on circumstances
・Start date negotiable

Casual Interviews
Casual interviews are available for those who would like to learn more before applying.

GIKUTAS Division Graphic Artist

GIKUTAS specialises in producing high-quality 2D illustrations across various fields, primarily social games, but also trading cards, Vtubers, and advertising-related projects. We are seeking a Graphic Artist to form the core of our illustration production team and further elevate the quality of our work.

◼︎ Illustration Production
Working closely with in-house directors, you will create illustrations from scratch based on client requests and briefs. You will be involved in the entire process of creating a single work, coordinating schedules and quality standards.

◼︎ Quality Supervision & Revision Adjustments
You will oversee illustrations produced by external partner illustrators to enhance their quality. You will check elements such as the consistency of the drawing and the appeal of the characters, providing precise revision instructions through red-pen corrections. Occasionally, you may also make additional adjustments yourself to unify the overall style of the work.

◼︎ Your Own Skill Development
You will undertake assignments and independent practice aimed at overcoming weaknesses and broadening your range of skills. Feedback will be provided by your supervisor to support your long-term skill development.

【Requirements】
・Professional experience as an illustrator (commercial)
・Experience creating illustrations using Photoshop
※Freelancers with relevant experience are also welcome

【Preferred Qualifications】
・Professional experience creating illustrations for the gaming industry
・Skills to adapt to diverse art styles and colouring techniques
・Experience handling revision requests and mark-ups (both internal and external)
・Experience creating or supervising IP (copyrighted) illustrations
Able to liaise and direct external illustrators

【Ideal Candidate】
・A proactive attitude towards continuous learning and effort to meet increasingly demanding quality standards within the industry
・Design skills with a strong focus on the user perspective
・Able to collaborate with others, such as directors, to contribute to improving illustration quality
・Capable of proactively managing tasks and efficiently driving work forward to achieve goals and resolve issues

FULL TIME with 6 months trial period
※We're good at employment visa applications.

・Expected Annual Salary: JPY 3.5M–5.0M

・Annual income consists of 12 months' base salary plus 2 months' bonus.
・One month's bonus is distributed into the monthly salary and paid out in equal installments each month.
・The remaining one month's bonus is paid in July.

・Fixed overtime allowance (45 hours/month) included (extra paid separately)

・Salary review twice a year (January & July)
・Side jobs allowed

※ Salary is indicative; adjusted based on skills, experience, and performance
※ Conditions finalized in an offer meeting after selection

10:00–19:00 (1-hour break)

Depending on your preference, you may choose one of the following work locations.

Tokyo Office:
Honey Building Aoyama 5F, 3-35-8 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (No relocation required)

Kyoto Office:
356-10 Yatsuyanagi-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture (No relocation required)

Fully Remote:
You can work from anywhere in Japan.

Tokyo Office:
About a 7- to 8-minute walk from Gaienmae Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
Tokyo Metro Hanzomon, Chiyoda and Ginza Lines: 10–11 minutes on foot from Omotesando Station

Kyoto Office:
7-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station on the Keihan Railway Kyoto Line

Full two-day weekend system (Saturdays and Sundays off) | Public holidays off | Paid annual leave | Summer holiday (5 days granted)
Year-end and New Year holidays (28 December to 4 January) | Special leave for weddings and funerals | Maternity and childcare leave (with successful take-up and return records)
Caregiving leave | Birthday special leave | Special leave for medical appointments, etc.

Annual holidays: 131 days

Document screening (Portfolio submission required)

1st Interview (HR)

Assignment (Redline feedback test)

Final Interview (Division Head)

Offer & conditions meeting

Notes
・Entire process conducted online
・Expected duration: 2–3 weeks
・Process may vary depending on circumstances
・Start date negotiable

Casual Interviews
Casual interviews are available for those who would like to learn more before applying.

GIKUTAS Agent Division · Recruitment Advisor

We entrust you with recruitment advisory duties within “GIKUTAS Agent”, a specialised talent service for the game, anime, and manga (Webtoon) industries.

◼︎ Hearing Recruitment Challenges
As a partner to companies, you will hear about the business strategy and recruitment challenges faced by clients working in games, anime, manga, and related fields. You will clarify the personnel requirements that are key to project success. (※Meetings are mainly online)

◼︎ Proposing the Optimal Creators
Propose the most suitable creators from our proprietary database of over 8,000 registered professionals to resolve client challenges. Working closely with career advisors, achieve high-value matching that considers not only skills but also cultural fit.

◼︎ Post-placement follow-up
Maintain regular communication with client companies even after creators commence work, gathering feedback on their performance. Build long-term trust and support the company's continued growth.

【Requirements】
・At least 1 years of professional experience
・Sales experience (industry and B2B/B2C irrelevant)

【Preferred Qualifications】
・Interest in entertainment and creative fields
・Sales experience with intangible products
・Experience working in the human resources industry
・Individuals passionate about pursuing ambitious goals as a united team

【Ideal Candidate】
・Individuals seeking to engage deeply with each person's life journey, beyond mere matching
・Those who derive personal satisfaction from creators' career success
・Individuals wishing to test their value proposition within a growth market
・Those who enjoy linking their personal development with the company's growth

FULL TIME with 6 months trial period
※We're good at employment visa applications.

・Annual salary: JPY 3.5M–5.0M

・Annual income consists of 12 months' base salary plus 2 months' bonus.
・One month's bonus is distributed into the monthly salary and paid out in equal installments each month.
・The remaining one month's bonus is paid in July.

・Fixed overtime allowance (45 hours/month) included (extra paid separately)

・Salary review twice a year (January & July)
・Side jobs allowed

※ Salary is indicative; adjusted based on skills, experience, and performance
※ Conditions finalized in an offer meeting after selection

10:00–19:00 (1-hour break)

Honey Building Aoyama 5F, 3-35-8 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (No relocation required)

About a 7- to 8-minute walk from Gaienmae Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
Tokyo Metro Hanzomon, Chiyoda and Ginza Lines: 10–11 minutes on foot from Omotesando Station

Full two-day weekend system (Saturdays and Sundays off) | Public holidays off | Paid annual leave | Summer holiday (5 days granted)
Year-end and New Year holidays (28 December to 4 January) | Special leave for weddings and funerals | Maternity and childcare leave (with successful take-up and return records)
Caregiving leave | Birthday special leave | Special leave for medical appointments, etc.

Annual holidays: 131 days

Please apply via the "Recruitment Inquiries" section.

Document screening

First interview (Recruiter・Division members)

Final interview (Division Manager)

Offer & post-offer meeting

Offer acceptance

Notes
・Only the final interview is expected to be conducted on-site
・Selection period is approximately 2–3 weeks
・The process may change depending on circumstances
・Start date can be adjusted to your preference, please feel free to discuss

Casual Interviews
・For those who want to “hear more before applying,” casual interviews are also available.
・Please apply via the “Casual Interview” section.