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Kiryu, Japan
Graduate in Journalism from the University of Seville and Master in Journalism from the School of Journalism UAM - El País. More than three years of experience in content writing for the media, PR and digital marketing agencies, and a lifetime dedicated to perfecting writing and communication in all its forms. *Areas of expertise - Journalistic writing (news, features, articles, interviews, interviews and press releases) - Creative writing (short stories, novels, poetry) - Radio voice-over - SEO Content writing for blogs and websites - Emailing and social media campaigns - Facebook Ads - Event and media management - Video recording and editing (Final Cut and Adove Premier) - Spanish-English and English-Spanish translations *Passions and interests - Literature and writing - Audiovisual media (cinema, series, videogames) - Philosophy and critical thinking - Advertising writing - Video recording and editing - Music and dance - Travel
- Content Writing
- Proofreading
- Creative Writing
- Spanish
- English
- SEO Writing
- Blog Content
- Product Page
- Copywriting
- Social Media Content Creation
- PrestaShop
- Website Content
- WordPress
- Article Writing
- Blog Writing
Beppu, Japan
🎬 A little about Fatema (Me!!) 🕵️ PS: These below section headers are Human-written for those who want to quickly skim through. 🔥 Storytelling That Hooks Audiences & Grows Channels I don’t just write scripts—I craft suspense-driven narratives that keep viewers glued to the screen, whether it’s a true crime documentary, a war epic, or a viral recap. My specialty? Blending hard facts with cinematic tension to create content that’s both authoritative and addictive. 📈 PROVEN RESULTS (Because Numbers Talk): ✅ Wrote 100+ scripts (recaps, crime, history) with 1M+ views on top channels. ✅ Grew a 10-sub channel to 200+ in 3 weeks—and broke an 18K-view barrier for a stuck channel. ✅ 20+ deep-dive crime scripts (3,000+ words each), meticulously researched for accuracy and drama. ✅ I’ve helped tiny channels escape YouTube’s "50-view dungeon". ✅ Recap scripts that don’t just summarize—they reimagine stories with fresh pacing, twists, and rich thematic exploration. ✨ WHY MY SCRIPTS STAND OUT: 🔍 No Generic Fluff: I tailor every script to your brand’s voice, whether it’s dark and suspenseful (true crime) or sleek and analytical (history/war). 🎥 Cinematic + Data-Driven: My scripts balance tight storytelling with fact-backed depth—perfect for channels that value substance over clickbait. ⏳ Built for Retention: I structure narratives to escalate tension, using cliffhangers, character arcs, and payoff moments that boost watch time. 📝 WHAT I DELIVER: ✔ True Crime / History / War Scripts: High-stakes stories with archival research, and documentary/armchair documentary-level detail. ✔ Anime/Movie/TV Recaps: Recapturing the magic—not just summarizing. My recaps add layers, theories, and Easter eggs most miss. ✔ Channel Growth Focus: I reverse-engineer what works—whether it’s trending topics, SEO hooks, or pacing tweaks—to help new/small channels punch above their weight. 💡 CLIENTS LOVE WORKING WITH ME BECAUSE I: → Meet deadlines like clockwork (4–5 scripts/week? No problem). → Collaborate closely to refine drafts until they sing. → Adapt to any style—from faceless automation (data-driven polish) to hosted shows (personality-infused storytelling). 🏆 PARTNER WITH ME IF YOU WANT: ・A writer who thinks like a filmmaker and researches like a journalist. ・Scripts that elevate your channel’s credibility—and keep audiences coming back. ・A reliable, long-term collaborator (not a one-off freelancer). 📩 Let’s chat! I’d love to hear about your project and how we can create something unforgettable!
- Content Writing
- Topic Research
- Creative Writing
- Script
- Ghostwriting
- Fiction Writing
- Scriptwriting
- Copywriting
- Anime
- Movie
- Recap Report
- YouTube
- History
- Niche Research
Kyoto, Japan
I’m a copywriter with about 7 years of creative industry experience. I love meaningful copy and beautiful designs. My expertise includes: creative strategy & ideation, versatile writing styles to match the client’s brand, and being familiar with different types of deliverables (advertisements, social media content, commercial scripts, brochures, web banners, etc.).
- Content Writing
- Creative Strategy
- Copywriting
Fukuoka, Japan
Hello! I'm Satoshi, a native Japanese web and visual designer with 15+ years of experience in journalism and visual storytelling. Before becoming a designer, I worked for over 15 years as a journalist and photojournalist in Japan, covering major events and producing visual storytelling for newspapers. Today I help businesses communicate clearly through visual design and Japanese-language projects. My work includes landing pages, marketing banners, and visual content for websites and e-commerce. I also participate in Japanese voice recording and language-related projects for AI and digital platforms. Services I offer: ✔ Web and landing page design ✔ Banner design for marketing campaigns ✔ Visual design for websites and e-commerce ✔ Japanese voice recording Tools: ✔ Adobe Photoshop ✔ Adobe Illustrator If you're looking for a reliable Japanese professional with strong communication skills and design experience, I'd be happy to help!
- Web Design
- Landing Page Design
- Banner Ad Design
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Japanese
- Teaching Japanese
- Voice Recording
- Photography
- Ecommerce
- English
- Spanish
Setagaya, Japan
Welcome to my Upwork Profile. I am a professional Japanese translator, interpreter, subtitler, writer, and cultural/travel consultant who holds a BA in East Asian Languages and Cultures and an MA in Global Studies. I have lived, studied, and worked in Japan for nearly ten years. My time in the country has included two years studying at the prestigious Sophia University in Tokyo, four years teaching English on the JET Program in rural Fukushima Prefecture (during which time I often served as an interpreter for the local government and board of education), and three years back in Tokyo as an interpretation, translation, journalism, and travel specialist. I have engaged in translation work for over ten years, and have worked successfully with hundreds of clients on thousands of projects ranging from website translation to company white pages and business documents, to translations of movies, television series, books, manga, and well beyond. In-person or via video call, my interpretation work has included working with numerous Japanese and US companies on a wide variety of projects. My client roster has included many major companies, some of which are household names, as well as small businesses and one-on-one personal clients. Additionally, my experiences with language learning and historical and cultural studies as well as my extensive experience in world travel have led to appearances at speaking events, popular podcasts, and major news media, including the BBC and NPR. I also write historical articles that cover lesser-known aspects of Japanese history and the focal points where Japanese culture meets with that of the outside world, and serve as the editor-in-chief of the popular Japanese culture website Unseen Japan. In addition to all this, I also provide Japan travel consultation, using my deep experience in travel in-country to help craft travel itineraries that fit my client's preferred travel style. I'm also available to accompany travelers in Japan in order to provide Japanese language assistance and historical-cultural information during their time in the country. If you’re interested in obtaining my services for any of my above-listed skills, please do not hesitate to get in contact. I promise quick, professional, detailed work, and I look forward to any future collaborations we may have.
- Proofreading
- Subtitles
- Translation
- Teaching Japanese
- Teaching English
- Video Editing
- English to Japanese Translation
- Writing
- Voice Acting
- Japanese to English Translation
Kawasaki, Japan
**Please note: Hourly contracts for shooting require a minimum of 5 hours booking. I do not work on street interview content. ** Hello! I'm Michael Williams, a videographer and editor in Tokyo. I have over ten years experience in producing content for screen and online. I have worked on a range of projects, from interviews, music video, short film and TV. As an Editor, I am proficient in both Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. As a Videographer, I am able to shoot original content for clients here in Japan. I can also work as a production fixer if you are intending to shoot here in Japan.
- Content Writing
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Videography
- Video Post-Editing
- Video Editing
- Color Grading
- Video Production
- Camera
- Digital Media
- Photography
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