{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8859697002","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":6546749002,"location":{"name":"Tokyo, Japan"},"metadata":null,"id":8859697002,"updated_at":"2026-10-05T23:50:20-04:00","requisition_id":"11671","title":"WPP Production | Production Solutions Architect, Japan","company_name":"WPP","first_published":"2026-10-05T23:50:20-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;We work with the world\u0026#39;s most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our people are the key to our success. We\u0026#39;re committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;For more information, visit \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F\u0026amp;amp;data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\u0026amp;amp;sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D\u0026amp;amp;reserved=0\u0026quot; target=\u0026quot;_blank\u0026quot;\u0026gt;WPP.com.\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;About the Role\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;WPP Production is looking for a hands-on Production Solutions Architect to transform how content is produced for clients in Japan.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Rather than simply delivering 100 content assets, this role designs and implements the workflow through which those 100 assets - and the next 1,000 - can be produced efficiently, consistently and responsibly.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;You will work with clients to understand their production challenges, design AI-enabled workflows, configure agents and automation tools, run pilots and help transition successful solutions into live production.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;You will primarily use WPP Open, Open Production and other approved WPP capabilities, supplemented by approved third-party tools where appropriate.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;This is an autonomous individual-contributor role embedded in Japan and working closely with Global Solutions Design, APAC Expansion Studios, the Agentic Centre of Excellence and WPP Open.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Key Responsibilities\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Client Discovery and Solution Design\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead client workshops to understand business objectives, content requirements and current production processes.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Map existing workflows and identify opportunities for AI, automation and process improvement.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Translate client challenges into practical use cases, solution designs, business cases and implementation roadmaps.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Design workflows connecting people, platforms, AI agents and automation tools.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Define agent responsibilities, inputs, outputs, hand-offs, human review points and quality controls.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support client pitches, proposals, scopes of work and commercial estimates.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Agent and Workflow Implementation\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Configure approved AI agents and production workflows within WPP Open and other approved environments.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Develop prompts, system instructions, knowledge sources, structured inputs and output formats.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Build and test rapid prototypes using natural-language, no-code and low-code tools.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Evaluate outputs for quality, accuracy, brand compliance and production usability.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Configure existing global solutions for Japanese client requirements before proposing new development.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Define requirements and collaborate with the Agentic CoE, Creative Technologists or AI Engineers when more complex development is required.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Pilot Delivery and Operationalization\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Plan and deliver client pilots and proofs of concept.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Define test cases, success criteria and expected operational benefits.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Measure improvements in production time, cost, throughput and quality.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Turn successful pilots into repeatable production workflows.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Create operating manuals, playbooks, role definitions and quality-control processes.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Train client and internal teams to operate the implemented solution.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Global Collaboration and Governance\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Act as the Japan-market extension of WPP Production\u0026#39;s global solutions and AI capabilities.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Use existing global agents, workflows and playbooks wherever possible to avoid duplication.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Follow global intake and governance processes for new agents, automation solutions and third-party tools.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Share successful Japan solutions and learning with regional and global teams.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner with WPP Open on platform requirements and WPP Enterprise Solutions on complex MarTech integrations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Experience and Skills\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Five or more years of relevant experience in content production, creative technology, MarTech, workflow automation, solutions consulting or a related field.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Practical experience using generative AI, automation, no-code or low-code tools.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to configure prompts, AI agents and multi-step workflows.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Good understanding of content-production processes across digital, social, video, adaptation, localization or scaled content.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience gathering client requirements and turning them into practical solutions.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to build and test prototypes, not only provide strategic recommendations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong client communication, workshop facilitation and presentation skills.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to proposals, estimates and business cases.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to work independently and move projects forward with limited supervision.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Professional fluency in Japanese and English.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to collaborate effectively with regional and global teams.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Experience with WPP Open, Adobe GenStudio, Firefly, Workfront, AEM, DAM platforms or similar technologies would be an advantage.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Measures of Success\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Client-funded revenue and billable utilization.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Solutions progressing from discovery to pilot and live operation.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Adoption of WPP Open and approved production workflows.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Measurable improvements in production speed, cost, quality and scalability.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Reuse of global solutions and contribution of Japan learning back to the global network.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Client satisfaction and compliance with WPP governance requirements.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;The Person We Are Looking For\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;You are comfortable leading a client discussion, translating the challenge into a production workflow, configuring the relevant agents and tools, and testing the solution with real users.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;You do not need to be a software engineer, but you are technically curious, commercially minded and motivated to build. You know when to configure a solution yourself and when to involve specialist engineering or global teams.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Most importantly, you are interested in delivering a repeatable way to produce content - not simply delivering the next asset.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;We believe the best work happens when we\u0026#39;re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That\u0026#39;s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Please read our Privacy Notice (\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment\u0026quot;\u0026gt;https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;) for more information on how we process the information you provide.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4070718002,"name":"Production","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4016669002,"name":"Japan ","location":null,"child_ids":[4040347002],"parent_id":4040335002}],"ai_disclaimer":null,"include_ai_disclaimer":null,"ai_opt_out_request_url":null}