Marketing & Brand Director

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below. Direct message the job poster from Voy Ventures We are partnering with a cross-border venture capital firm with offices in the Bay Area and Tokyo in recruiting a Marketing & Communications Senior Manager / Director . Backed by leading global corporations and with deep ties across Japan and Silicon Valley, the firm invests in high-growth technology companies and helps them expand into new markets. The Role This is a rare opportunity to design and lead a Marketing & Communications function inside a venture capital platform. Youll be responsible for building brand visibility through storytelling writing articles, blogs, newsletters, and interviews, while also producing podcasts, managing social media, and strengthening media relationships. While the initial focus is on elevating the firms brand, this role has significant growth potential. Over time, youll expand the scope to support portfolio companies with their own marketing strategies and even help other Japan-based startups as they scale internationally. In short, youll not just be creating content, but shaping a new capability that can become a differentiator for the firm and a new business line. What Were Looking For Native-level Japanese required 510 years of experience in marketing, communications, journalism, PR, or content creation (VC/startup/tech media experience a plus) Proven track record of producing engaging, narrative-driven content Strong grasp of digital platforms (social media, podcasts, newsletters) Entrepreneurial mindset; thrives in lean, globally minded teams Passionate about startups, technology, and cross-border storytelling Why Join Build and own the marketing & communications function with full autonomy Exposure to both Silicon Valley and Japanese startup ecosystems Blend creativity with strategy: elevate the firms brand today, support portfolio growth tomorrow Chance to grow this role into a service line for startups across Japan and beyond Seniority level

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