Business Acquisition Lead

dentsu
is a network designed for what's next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy through five global leadership brands; Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect and Merkle, each with deep specialisms.

Dentsu Creative operates in over [21] markets worldwide with more than [2,200] dedicated specialists. Bringing together our Japanese heritage in craft, data and technology, and our deep understanding of media and contemporary culture, Dentsu Creative is a new global creative agency. Born in Japan, raised in a digital world. We help transform brands and business through the power of Modern Creativity: which creates culture, changes society and invents the future and is accelerated by our deep specialist expertise in digital experience, earned attention and entertainment.

Operating in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 46,000 dedicated specialists and partnering with 95 of the top 100 global advertisers our collective vision is to be at the forefront of people-centred transformations that shape society.

What your typical day will look like:

We are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Operations Head / Business Acquisition Lead to spearhead and scale our in-house production capabilities within dentsu. This role is ideal for a seasoned production professional—either from a small production house or with strong agency experience—who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands the business and costing side of production, and can lead operational execution for smaller-scale, agile content initiatives, including live selling and TikTok production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the operations of 3 small-scale content studios within dentsu, focusing on efficient delivery of digital-first content (e.g., TikTok videos, live selling streams).
• Own studio costing and business management—ensuring financial feasibility and profitability of studio projects. Develop pricing structures and optimize resource allocation.
• Operate as the Producer for studio projects. Manage timelines, ensure production quality, and lead end-to-end project execution.
• Act as the main point of contact for internal clients across the dentsu network. Collaborate with marketing and account teams to translate briefs into agile, executable content.
• Work closely with dentsu's external tech partner to enable live selling capabilities and other technical production needs.
• Research, build, and maintain a network of smaller production houses and freelance production talent. Prioritize resourcefulness and reliability in partners.
• Play a key role in the expansion and positioning of the studio as a value-adding service for dentsu clients. Identify new business opportunities, especially within smaller-scale content production and marketing.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as a Production Manager, Producer, or in a senior role within a production house or marketing/creative studio.
• Agency experience with a strong understanding of production operations is a plus.
• Deep understanding of content production workflows (pre to post), costing, and client servicing.
• Comfortable working independently (IC role) while collaborating across multiple teams.
• Highly organized, resourceful, and solution-oriented—especially in lean or fast-moving environments.
• Entrepreneurial and strategic, with the ability to spot growth opportunities and drive studio performance.
• Adaptable and flexible; comfortable with building from the ground up.

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with live selling platforms, short-form video production, and emerging content trends.
• Experience in sourcing and managing vendor relationships or building production teams.

What's in it for you:

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole-company event, One Day for Change
• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University
• Be part of a global network that truly invests in recognising performance with via our Never Before Awards, and social impact, including having a clearly mapped path to becoming net zero

Become a champion for meaningful progress:

Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.

If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you.

Next Steps

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