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Future Capital Tech is seeking a researcher passionate about collectibles such as art toys and sneakers. The ideal candidate will conduct qualitative research, analyze market trends, and provide insights into cultural dynamics. This part-time, remote position requires bilingual skills in English and Chinese and a strong background in cultural studies.
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Location: Remote (flexible)
Type: Part-time / Contract / Intern-to-hire
Language: English and Chinese required (bilingual)
About Us
We are Future Capital Tech — a strategy studio exploring cultural assets and
collectibles through data. We're building a pricing intelligence system that integrates
multi-market information from eBay, Yahoo Japan Auctions, and other global
sources.
Role Overview
We’re looking for a researcher with a deep passion for collectibles — especially art
toys, sneakers, cards, and high-end accessories — and an interest in the cultural
meanings behind them. The ideal candidate will bring a cross-cultural and
qualitative research perspective to explore market dynamics in Japan and globally.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and compare prices for BE@RBRICK, KAWS, INSTINCTOY, limited edition
art, collectible cards, sneakers, and accessories across Yahoo JP, eBay, and other
platforms
- Conduct qualitative research and write reports on cultural value, design philosophy,
brand storytelling, and the reasons behind popularity
- Create basic tagging systems for item attributes (size, edition, brand, release time,
packaging)
- Analyze historical shifts in market behavior and collector culture
Preferred Background
- Academic or professional background in cultural studies, anthropology, sociology,
art/design history, visual culture, branding, or consumer psychology
- Passion for art toys, street fashion resale, card games, or luxury resale markets
- Strong research and writing skills; able to communicate structured insights
- Basic data handling (e.g. Excel) is a plus but not required
- Fluent in both English and Chinese for writing and communication
We welcome candidates who are curious about the cultural and symbolic meanings of collectibles and want to explore their value across global platforms.
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