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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Summary

Results-focused media professional with proven customer service, time management and multitasking abilities. Proficiency in conducting research, collecting and compiling data and writing and editing accurate reports. Attentive to client needs and able to break down problems to develop effective solutions. Fluent in Japanese and English, offering solid comprehension of cultural diversity.

Skills
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Research and publication
  • Interpreting complex documents
  • Skilled in MS Office, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat
  • Scheduling, planning, and coordination
Experiences
07/2007 - CurrentEditor-in-ChiefNikkan San/The Japanese Daily Sun | Gardena, CA
  • Performed in-depth research into topics to write clear and accurate copy especially about COVID-19 in Japanese for daily newspaper column and social media.
  • Interviewed contacts by phone, Skype and in person for human nature stories for weekly newspaper column.
  • Developed and implemented effective contents ordered by the clients to increase customers, memberships, and volunteers. Consulted with long-term clients such as NITTO TIRES, Japanese American National Museum, Japan-America Society of Southern California, Keiro (Senior welfare NPO), Nikkei Helpline, and more to understand needs and propose ideal solutions.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Designed or selected various graphics to accompany written material.
05/2017 - CurrentAdministratorLA Shochu Kai | Gardena, CA
  • Planned, coordinated and executed Shochu (Japanese spirit) tasting events in Los Angeles.
  • Researched FAA, FDA, and ABC California for Shochu makers in Japan.
  • Wrote report of customer feedback at tasting events with photograph for clients and Shochu makers in Japan.
  • Collaborated with staff to maximize client satisfaction, streamline procedures, deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Promoted tasting events on social media and in press.
07/2020 - CurrentShipping and Receiving ClerkHIRO SHOP US | Torrance, CA
  • Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records.
  • Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
  • Input weights, charges, discrepancies and other data.
  • Packed shipment contents, verifying accuracy against invoices.
  • Took packages to shipping company.
04/2014 - 10/2016Creative DirectorPress Station Inc / Japan Connection | Gardena, CA
  • Managed writers, artists, designers and project managers with hands-on approach to successfully accomplish daily work and special projects.
  • Reviewed and approved retouching, mechanicals and proofs for quality assurance.
  • Provided direction and supervision for team of art directors and designers.
  • Submitted design ideas to plan projects with customers and managers.
Education
Master of Arts: Fine Arts
Pratt Institute | Brooklyn, NY
Bachelor of Arts: Fine Arts
Ithaca College | Ithaca, NY
Bachelor of Arts: Elementary Education
Kyoto Women's University | Kyoto, Japan
Activities

Assistant Event Manager, The 30th, 31st, 32ndYoichiro Kawaguchi CG Show and SIGGRAPH Sake Party (2017 - 2019)

  • Established and oversaw the logistical and administrative support needs of events; include site surveying, cash flow management, scheduling, and crowd management.
  • Contacted Consulate General of Japan to get sponsorship, coordinated the attendance of Consul General of Japan.

Assistant Event Manager, Reception by Digital Content Association of Japan (2019)

  • Established and oversaw the logistical and administrative support needs of events; include site surveying, cash flow management, and scheduling.

Member, Keiro Grant Program Committee (2016 - 2019)

  • Interviewed the NPO board members who applied for the grant program, carefully reviewed the applications, discussed applicants with other committee members, and determined the NPO and the amount of the grant.

Team leader/coordinator of LA Tanabata decorations (Kazari) making project, LA Yamanashi Kenjinkai (2010 - present)

  • Designed decorations, prepared materials, led decoration process.
  • Winner decoration at LA Tanabata Festival 2018.
Certifications
  • Teaching certification at elementary school in Japan
Article Links

Nikkan San / The Japanese Daily Sun

  • Https://www.nikkansan.com/column/writer/editorial
  • Https://www.nikkansan.com/column/writer/nikkansan_2
  • Https://www.nikkansan.com/feature/

Japan Connection

  • Http://www.japanconnection.us/

Discover Nikkei

  • Http://www.discovernikkei.org/en/journal/authors/kanemaru-tomomi/
Publication

VOICES OF THE VOLUNTEERS, Building Block of the Japanese American National Museum (sponsored by Nitto Tire and published by The Rafu Shimpo)

May 2015

  • Interviewed JANM volunteers (English/Japanese)
  • Wrote articles in Japanese
  • Photographer
  • Researched history to check the facts
Hobbies
  • Reading
  • Walking
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Nikkan San/The Japanese Daily Sun
  • LA Shochu Kai
  • HIRO SHOP US
  • Press Station Inc / Japan Connection

School Attended

  • Pratt Institute
  • Ithaca College
  • Kyoto Women's University

Job Titles Held:

  • Editor-in-Chief
  • Administrator
  • Shipping and Receiving Clerk
  • Creative Director

Degrees

  • Master of Arts : Fine Arts
    Bachelor of Arts : Fine Arts
    Bachelor of Arts : Elementary Education

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