Reginald Cheyenne Rhoades
About Reginald Cheyenne Rhoades
Reginald Cheyenne Rhoades is a Manager of Digital Production at VIZ Media, where he oversees the production of content with English subtitles and dubbed audio for North American audiences. He has extensive experience in digital production and has worked at VIZ Media in various roles since 2005.
Current Role at VIZ Media
Reginald Cheyenne Rhoades currently serves as the Manager of Digital Production at VIZ Media, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he manages the production of content that includes English subtitles and dubbed English audio tailored for North American audiences. His responsibilities encompass overseeing workflows and collaboration with various Video on Demand (VOD) partners and services, with a focus on Over-The-Top (OTT) multilingual content.
Professional Experience at VIZ Media
Rhoades has an extensive history with VIZ Media, having worked in multiple roles since 2005. He began as a Corporate Support Associate from 2005 to 2011, followed by a position as Associate Producer for Animation Products from 2011 to 2014. He then transitioned to a Digital Production Specialist role from 2014 to 2019 before becoming the Manager of Digital Production. His experience spans over 14 years at the company, contributing to various aspects of digital content production.
Education and Training
Rhoades has pursued education in relevant fields to enhance his skills in digital production. He studied at Soko Gakuen and City College of San Francisco. Additionally, he has been studying Pro Tools and Avid at the Bay Area Video Coalition since 2007, focusing on technical skills essential for his current role in digital media production.
Contributions to Digital Distribution
In his current position, Rhoades plays a key role in the digital distribution of popular Japanese anime to North American audiences. He is involved in providing content for emerging platforms such as Tubi, Pluto, Roku, and Twitch. His collaborations extend to major VOD partners, including Amazon, Netflix, Crunchyroll, and Hulu, where he oversees content production for platforms like Sony Entertainment, Microsoft Movies & TV, and Google Play.