About
Cross-cultural media and research specialist with an academic background in Film Studies and East Asian Area Studies. Experienced in film criticism, media production, and cultural research. I bridge creative and research approaches by applying strong communication, planning, and cultural analysis skills—especially in cross-cultural and interdisciplinary projects.
Work
Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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Summary
A Internship program co-organized by Princeton University and Ishikawa Prefecture Government. Gained comprehensive practical experience across four key departments (Announcing, Radio, TV Production, News) in a leading regional broadcasting company.
Highlights
Experienced all four core departments (Announcing, Radio, TV Production, News) through a rotational internship, gaining practical skills in diverse media operations.
Pioneered and produced a special feature on the regeneration of traditional crafts post-Noto Peninsula earthquake, successfully interviewing Wajima-nuri lacquer artist Akito Akagi based on unique interest and sensitive questioning.
Appeared as an interpreter on the live TV program 絶好調W and during on-location shoots, demonstrating adaptable on-site response, strong communication, and linguistic proficiency.
Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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Summary
Conducted in-depth research and analysis for urban redevelopment and commercial revitalization projects, focusing on historical preservation and localization strategies.
Highlights
Authored a 30,000-character detailed case study and a 10,000-character cultural report on the historical preservation and commercial redevelopment of Shanghai's Tilanqiao area, integrating global successful examples.
Designed and executed interview surveys with target customers in collaboration with the team, collecting detailed data to inform strategic recommendations.
Analyzed and synthesized research data, presenting strategic proposals on target customer segments and brand attraction directions, recognized as the most comprehensive report internally.
Volunteer
Local Community, Kanazawa (through Study Abroad Program)
|English Education Volunteer
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Summary
Volunteered to teach English to local children in Kanazawa, focusing on overcoming their aversion to English and increasing participation.
Highlights
Achieved a 100% participation rate by designing engaging, interactive lesson plans using quizzes, card games, and visual aids based on themes like 'travel' and 'pets'.
Implemented motivational tools like stickers and mini-presentations, fostering a positive learning environment where children actively participated and grew confident in English.
Empowered all students to introduce themselves and discuss favorite topics in English by the final session, significantly improving their communication skills.
Noto Peninsula Earthquake Relief Efforts
|Support Volunteer
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Summary
Provided critical support for victims of the Noto Peninsula earthquake, contributing to community recovery efforts.
Highlights
Contributed to community recovery efforts by providing direct support to victims of the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
Publications
The Production and the Intercultural Communication of the Cultural Symbols of Confucianism in Japanese Hot-Blood Anime: A Case Study of Naruto
Published by
Atlantis Press
Summary
Authored and presented a scholarly paper on the cross-cultural transmission of Confucian symbols in 'NARUTO' for the ICPAHD Academic Journal, demonstrating expertise in cultural studies and interdisciplinary research.
Education
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Master of Arts
East Asian Area Studies
Grade: 3.9 GPA
Courses
Chinese Minority Politics
Ethnicity and Multiculturalism in East Asia
Proseminar on Contemporary East Asian Issues and Trends
Ancient History of China and Inner Asia
Modern Chinese Fiction
Comparative Media Studies
Japanese (Level 3-Advanced 1)
Princeton University
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Kanazawa
Grade: 4.0
Courses
Japanese Language
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Bachelor of Arts
Film Studies
Grade: 3.6 GPA
Courses
Film Theory (Form)
Film Theory (Context)
Asian Pop Cinema
Nouvelle Vague
France Post-1968: Politics and Film
Afro-German Visual Culture: Postcolonial Perspectives in German Cinema
American Independent Cinema
Film and Sound
Film and Ethics
Film and Pop Music
World History (1870s-2000s)
Imperial Russian History: The Age of Anna Karenina
Prussian History (1806-1914)
Japanese (Levels 1-3)
Languages
Mandarin Chinese
Native
English
Fluent
Japanese
Proficient
Skills
Project Management
Project Planning, Scheduling, Resource Allocation, Execution.
Market Research
Case Study Development, Market Trends, Consumer Insights, Competitive Analysis.
Strategic Planning
Content Strategy, Brand Positioning, Business Development, Problem Solving.
Content Creation
Scriptwriting, Storyboarding, Feature Production, Creative Direction.
Cross-Cultural Communication
Bilingual Communication, Intercultural Dialogue, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement.
Analytical Thinking
Critical Thinking, Research Methodology, Problem Identification, Solution Development.
Media Production
Cinematography, Editing, Post-Production.
Team Collaboration
Cross-functional Teams, Team Leadership, Coordination, Relationship Building.
Cultural Research
East Asian Studies, Film Studies, Ethnic Minorities, Fangyan (Chinese dialects).
Projects
Shojo Sensibility
Hanabi
Girlhood
wasteland
A Flower is not a Flower
Whirpool
