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London, United Kingdom
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Bi-lingual project management and digital marketing professional

A results-driven bi-lingual project management and digital marketing professional with two decades’ experience in a range of blue chip environments. Recognised for unsurpassed levels of commercial awareness underpinned by strong problem-solving, client management and leadership qualities. Expert in identifying and delivering opportunities within the Japanese market with full marketing support, English/Japanese translation and in digital marketing including website and creative management. Demonstrates a proven ability to take the initiative in driving and delivering programs, in identifying and analysing sector trends and in building and managing effective teams. Possesses excellent people management, collaborative and partnering skills and an unrivalled ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders and third parties at all levels, with end-to-end project accountability. This multi-faceted individual is actively looking to utilise his skill set on behalf of clients seeking expert knowledge of Japan and/or of digital marketing. ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Personal Media International – eCommerce and Digital Marketing Consultant •Provide business and creative consultancy services to numerous clients in a wide range of sectors; •Manage digital marketing for Procter & Gamble brands in the Japanese market including SEO, keyword research and developing the social media accounts; •Work as an Editor/Translator for major brands including Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and Japanese in-flight magazines, as well as providing simultaneous interpreting; •Provide Japanese market consultation services, for foreign brands or services entering the Japan Market, including creative (Web/DTP/Contents) localisation, press release writing, digital marketing and promotion; •Responsible for general management, marketing, financial management and client relationship management; •Current clients and industries include: Cryptocurrency and ICO Projects, Men's Grooming Industry, Online Dating & Casino Industries, Website Development & Management. KEY SKILLS & LANGUAGES Personal and Interpersonal Skills: •Decision making, analytical skills and problem solving •Communications, negotiation and influencing •Reporting is not "subjective" but "objective", always inform by "number", using graphs and figures •Understanding the priorities of 'What you (and I) think is important' •Understanding the purpose and significance of projects within the company/department •Strong team work, team management and management skills •Ability to work under pressure and to prioritise •Excellent attention to detail and time management •Flexible and positive, never escape from difficulties •Always comply with NDA and company's compliance •Strong track record of adaptability to differing environments Digital Marketing Skills: •SEO, PPC, SME, Affiliate, Social channels optimisation (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube) Technical Skills: •Extensive knowledge of Macintosh programs •Extensive knowledge of Word programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project •Adobe Creative Cloud Suite ( Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver)  •Basecamp, Asana, FileMaker, HTML, CSS, JQuery, Java Script, PHP and MYSQL •Open Source Framework (WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, OS Commerce, Magento) Personality Strengths: •Strategic, Maximiser, Ideator, Relator and Empathic
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"We hired Ko to support with the Japanese extension of a top-tier European brand. We were aiming to work with Ko on a one-off basis but his knowledge, work ethic, due diligence, and utter professionalism, have made Ko invaluable in our ongoing strategy and paid performance on the account. Highly Recommended!"

Mark J. | Managing Director at Vouch Global
Digital Marketing - Japan Market Jun 2021

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"I recently worked with Ko on email communications for a Japanese online event across multiple time zones. Ko was always quick to deliver high-quality copy, incorporate edits, had great attention to detail, and a positive work attitude. It has been a pleasure working with him, and I recommend hiring him any time. "

Eva K. | Digital Marketing Manager
Japanese Contents Creation and PPC Campaign Jun 2021

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