Manga Editor
まんがへんしゅうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manga editors handle planning and development of manga works, manuscript management, negotiations with authors, and production schedule management, guiding works to serialization and publication.
Description
Manga editors handle everything from planning manga works, meetings with authors (manga artists), checking names and manuscripts, proofreading, to adjusting production schedules. They analyze reader trends and market trends to develop serialization plans and single-volume strategies. They coordinate with authors, designers, printers, sales departments, and other internal and external stakeholders to balance quality and deadlines. They also participate in promotion, advertising, and media mix expansions to create hit works.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the digital comic market, demand for digital editing is increasing, while environments are diversifying with self-serialization on web platforms and SNS. Capabilities for overseas expansion and media mixes such as anime adaptations will be increasingly required in the future.
Personality Traits
Can respond flexibly / Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity and inquisitiveness / Has patience / Likes communication
Work Style
Companies with Flex Time System / Multi-department Collaboration / Office Work / Overtime Available / Partial Remote OK
Career Path
Assistant Editor → Editor → Chief Editor → Editor-in-Chief → Publishing Producer
Required Skills
Communication Skills / Planning and Development / Publishing Industry Knowledge / Schedule Management / Text Editing
Recommended Skills
Copyright Knowledge / Data Analysis / Marketing Knowledge / SNS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent mistakes and inconsistencies in manuscripts. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of coordination with authors and internal/external stakeholders. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To develop attractive planning ideas. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to adjust and manage serialization and production schedules. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because creative tasks are primary rather than quantitative analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so less heavy physical labor. |
Aliases
- Comic Editor
- Manga Editor
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- Assistant Editor
- Book Editor
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