Culture & Entertainment Manager (Japanese Speaker)

Additional Information

Job Number 26145308

Job Category Sales & Marketing

Location 4-1-1 Toranomon, Minato Ku, Tokyo Tokyo 105-0001, Japan

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager of Culture & Entertainment plays a key role in connecting the hotel with the local community while supporting the Director of Culture & Entertainment.

The primary mission of this role is to establish the hotel not merely as a place to stay, but as a vibrant lifestyle destination where people gather, connect, and experience culture. Through strong relationships with the worlds of art, music, fashion, entertainment, and local culture, the Manager develops and delivers meaningful experiences that enhance brand equity and contribute to business growth.

By leading strategic partnerships, cultural programming, and innovative activations, this role drives awareness, strengthens community engagement, increases media exposure, and supports revenue generation across the hotel, including restaurants, bars, event spaces, and guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Brand Positioning & Cultural Strategy

• Develop and execute unique cultural programming that embodies the EDITION brand philosophy.
• Strengthen the hotel's positioning through authentic and trend-driven cultural experiences.
• Collaborate with Marketing, PR, and Sales teams to align cultural initiatives with business objectives.
• Support brand development and pre-opening initiatives as required.

Events & Activations

• Plan and execute events across art, music, fashion, wellness, and luxury lifestyle sectors.
• Organize VIP events, influencer activations, and community engagement programs.
• Create experiences that generate excitement, social engagement, and media visibility.
• Delivery events that contribute to both brand impact and commercial performance.

Strategic Partnership Development

• Build and maintain relationships with artists, designers, brands, media partners, influencers, and cultural leaders.
• Identify and develop collaboration opportunities and sponsorships.
• Foster long-term partnerships that enhance brand value and market presence.
• Strengthen the hotel's connection to the local creative and cultural community.

Business Growth & Revenue Contribution

• Support revenue growth through high-value events and strategic activations.
• Drive traffic to restaurants, bars, nightlife venues, and hotel experiences.
• Attract VIP and luxury consumers.
• Generate brand awareness that contributes to increased room demand and overall commercial success.
• Maximize opportunities for revenue generation through cultural programming and partnerships.

PR & Media Engagement

• Collaborate with Marketing and PR teams to amplify brand visibility.
• Maintain strong relationships with media, influencers, and agency partners.
• Generate media coverage and social media engagement through compelling storytelling and experiences.
• Enhance the hotel's cultural relevance and market presence.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Food & Beverage, Revenue Management, Finance, Human Resources, and other key departments.
• Lead projects involving multiple stakeholders across the organization.
• Foster collaboration to ensure the successful execution of strategic initiatives and business objectives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Candidates from hospitality as well as the following industries are highly valued:

• Fashion
• Luxury Brands
• Public Relations
• Media
• Art & Design
• Music
• Film & Television
• Entertainment
• Nightlife

Key Competencies

• Relationship Building
• VIP Client Management
• Event Planning & Execution
• PR & Media Expertise
• Brand Strategy Development
• Negotiation Skills
• Commercial Acumen
• Project Management

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of strategic partnerships established
• Media coverage and PR value generated
• Social media reach and engagement
• Event attendance and participation
• VIP guest acquisition
• Contribution to restaurant and bar revenue
• Event-generated revenue
• Community awareness and engagement
• Growth in overall brand equity

In One Sentence

The Manager of Culture & Entertainment is a strategic leader who connects culture, community, brand, and business to position the hotel as one of the most influential lifestyle destinations in the market.

EDITION Hotels combine the visionary genius of boutique hotelier Ian Schrager, the service delivery of a world-class luxury hotel, and the global reach of Marriott International to create an entirely new experience in the world of hospitality. EDITION delivers the best of both worlds in a delicate balancing act – polish with personality, perfectionism with individualism, and comfort with charisma and charm. The brand targets sophisticated, knowledgeable consumers who understand quality, originality, design, and service excellence, but who want it without limitations – breaking the bounds of convention and demanding an attitude and a feeling wrapped in a package that showcases the exceptional.

But to create this magical experience, we need you. We are looking for outgoing, authentically amazing people who are looking for a place to work that inspires them, challenges them and makes them proud to come to work. A place where service comes from the heart, not from a handbook. A place that delivers a never-ending theatrical performance that continuously delights and enchants each and every one of our guests.

We invite you to join us today. In joining EDITION, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.