In a significant move for both companies, SEVENRICH GROUP, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has formed a strategic capital partnership with U-Field, a prominent TV production company located in Minato, Tokyo. This collaboration aims to strengthen creative production environments and develop the next generation of media talent.
About U-Field
Founded in 2008, U-Field has emerged as a leading content producer in Japan, known for popular variety shows such as "Ariyoshi's Summer Vacation", "Nariyuki Kaido-Tabi", and "Degawa Kazushige and Horan’s Mysterious Meeting." The company's philosophy is built on the premise that their enjoyment translates into captivating programming, striving to deliver high-quality content that resonates with audiences.
Objectives of the Partnership
SEVENRICH GROUP operates under the vision of increasing overall happiness, focusing on accounting, financial support, back-office operations, recruitment, marketing assistance, system development, and promoting health management. Since its inception in 2011, the company has expanded to over 30 businesses and supports more than 1,500 enterprises, leveraging extensive experience and multifaceted capabilities.
With this strategic partnership, SEVENRICH GROUP aims to provide U-Field with a support framework primarily focused on enhancing several critical areas:
Creating an Optimal Production Environment
In the current media landscape, compliance and governance are of utmost importance. The group will enhance U-Field's compliance and governance structures by leveraging its expertise in back-office support. This includes ensuring strict adherence to regulations and streamlining management departments such as general affairs, accounting, and human resources. By establishing a robust framework for harassment prevention and other organizational structures, they aim to cultivate a healthier and more resilient organization. This initiative is expected to significantly alleviate administrative burdens on creators, thus allowing them to focus entirely on production tasks ranging from planning to direction.
Strengthening Recruitment and Nurturing Next-Generation Creators
Through collaboration with an internal recruitment support team, SEVENRICH GROUP will enhance the hiring capabilities for U-Field, targeting high-quality talent across all roles, from producers to junior production staff. The partnership will focus on offering diverse career paths and educational opportunities, fostering an organization conducive to developing the next generation of media professionals.
Company Overview
U-Field Co., Ltd.
Website:
http://www.u-field.jp/
Founded: February 8, 2008
Location: 2-11-11 Shiba Koen, Minato, Tokyo
CEO: Toshiaki Uehara
Main Business: Planning and production of television programs, video software, and events.
SEVENRICH CAPITAL Co., Ltd.
Website:
https://sevenrich-cp.jp/
Location: 2F, KN Shibuya Building, 9-8 Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya, Tokyo
CEO: Kenzo Hattori
Main Business: Investment in unlisted stocks and consulting on management and capital alliances.
SEVENRICH GROUP
Website:
https://sevenrich.jp/
Location: 2F, KN Shibuya Building, 9-8 Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya, Tokyo
CEO: Shunsuke Hattori
Main Business: A company dedicated to supporting business growth from all aspects with over 1,000 employees, managing more than 30 businesses, and supporting over 1,500 startups and enterprises.