Manager of Corporate Communications (Contract Role)

Crunchyroll, LLC help.crunchyroll.com Open · verified Oct 7, 2026

Los Angeles Manager Communications

At a glance

Manager-level Communications role at Crunchyroll, LLC. Los Angeles · no salary stated · we estimate $62,500–$115,199.

Estimated pay

Crunchyroll, LLC has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$62,500 – $115,199

What the middle half of mid-level communications roles in Los Angeles paid, among postings that did state a salary.

Worked out from 9 postings that stated pay, median $115,000. Last updated Oct 5, 2026.

RoleCommunications

SeniorityManager

LocationLos Angeles

PostedOct 6, 2026 · 1d ago

Role brief

growthroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Build media campaigns with internal teams to bring business and trade stories to reporters
Develop relationships with business, technology, trade and consumer press, then pitch relevant company stories
Prepare core communications materials, including releases, executive bios, presentations, statements and internal updates
Find and manage executive speaking opportunities, from initial approval through preparation and event support
Write executive speeches, prepare leaders for trend stories, and handle awards and special-issue submissions

What you bring

At least five years in media relations, corporate communications or a closely related area
Existing press contacts in business, technology and trade media
Experience advising C-suite executives and senior leaders, plus a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge of anime, pop culture and entertainment, with strong writing, speaking and professional judgment

Who this fits

This contract manager role suits someone experienced in corporate media work who can support senior executives and manage several communications priorities. Candidates need to be based in the Los Angeles area and able to attend office meetings twice monthly. Domestic and international travel may be required.

From the employer

About Crunchyroll

Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it’s powered by the anime content we all love.

Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime!

About the role

We’re looking for a Manager of Corporate Communications to work alongside the Communications leadership team to help tell Crunchyroll’s broader company story. In this contract role, you will promote, manage, and support communications across key areas of the business, including e-commerce and retail, licensing and consumer products, business development, Product, Legal, Strategy, Finance, People Experience, and Engineering. Reporting to the Director of Communications, you will support Crunchyroll's business, trade, and industry narrative.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop business media campaigns impacting trade and business stories
Manage media outreach and relationship-building with reporters across business, tech, trade, and consumer publications.
Alongside the Senior Director of Communications, craft foundational materials including press releases, presentations, bios, internal communications, talking points, statements, pitches, etc.
Pitch, secure, prep and staff executives at key industry events, including speaking opportunities.
Write and craft remarks and speeches.
Track all company speaking opportunities – from greenlight to prep; curate external speaking opportunities for major industry events in a handful of key subject areas.
Investigate and manage submissions for awards and special issues
Work with key executives on trend stories and company spotlights, including prep, talking points, and coaching.
Assist Internal Communications with executive support

We are considering LA-based remote candidates who can come into our Los Angeles office twice a month for meetings and team collaboration.

About You

We get excited about candidates, like you, because...

5+ years of media relations, corporate communications, or related experience.
Established relationships with media across business, technology, and trade publications.
Familiarity with anime, pop culture, and the broader entertainment landscape.
Experience working closely with C-suite executives and senior leaders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong judgment and professionalism.
Proactive and resourceful, with creative problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate issues before they arise.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

About the Team

The Crunchyroll Communications team is a nimble group of publicists who love talking about anime, our brand, and the broader streaming entertainment industry. We're storytellers and we connect our passionate fans to the content they love through thoughtful press around our fan-centric touchpoints (SVOD, theatrical, events, games, merchandise, and more).

#LifeAtCrunchyroll

The Pay Range for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Crunchyroll’s Total Rewards offerings for employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, employer matched retirement savings, time-off programs, and progressive health benefits and perks.Pay Transparency - Los Angeles, CA$48.56—$68 USD

About our Values

We want to be everything for someone rather than something for everyone and we do this by living and modeling our values in all that we do. We value

Courage. We believe that when we overcome fear, we enable our best selves.
Curiosity. We are curious, which is the gateway to empathy, inclusion, and understanding.
Kaizen. We have a growth mindset committed to constant forward progress.
Service. We serve our community with humility, enabling joy and belonging for others.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

Our mission of helping people belong reflects our commitment to diversity & inclusion. It's just the way we do business.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.

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