About Me
This page covers everything you need to know about me, from my biography and interests to recognition, experience, and education. It’s designed to highlight both my personal and professional journey, showing how my passions influence my work.
I update it often to keep things up-to-date 🪴
Biography
For as long as I can remember, curiosity has been my greatest strength. Even now, I continue to explore new ideas, learn unexpected skills, and find creative ways to solve problems.
As a multidisciplinary designer, it drives me to see things from a fresh perspective.
Alongside my work for brands and businesses, I explore the intersection of design, photography, travel, and storytelling through writing, creating space for reflections that don’t always fit in a portfolio.
Probably why my Instagram is all over the place.
In my free time, I enjoy challenges that make me think, such as chess, reading, music theory, or the Japanese language, my favorite puzzle.
Even active sports, such as running and snowboarding, remain a healthy way to escape the computer.
With so many interests, it’s no surprise that my favorite time of day is when I can work uninterrupted for hours, fully focused on a single task.
My friends and family sometimes get annoyed, but that’s just how my brain works.
I believe creativity isn’t meant to follow a straight line. It’s about experimenting, pushing boundaries, and continually finding new ways to reinvent oneself.
After all, life’s too short to do just one thing.
Recognition
With over a decade of experience in design, I’ve had the privilege of contributing to many remarkable projects, some of which have been recognized for their positive impact and creative achievements.
iF Design Award
One of the world’s largest and most prestigious international design awards, recognizing excellence in a wide range of categories, including product, communication, and packaging design.
JVA: Pass It Forward – Winner (2025)
JVA: Original Typeface – Winner (2025)
MCUD: Power of Unity – Winner (2024)
Red Dot Design Award
A global recognition program that honors effective brand transformation and repositioning. A prestigious award, internationally recognized as a symbol of excellence in brand design.
JVA: Pass It Forward – Winner (2025)
Creativepool Award
An annual celebration of the creative industry, open to freelancers, corporations, and large brands. It’s often referred to as the “Most Award” due to its high distribution and dual judging system.
JVA: Pass It Forward – Bronze (2025)
Rebrand Showcase
A collection of case studies showcasing successful brand transformations, highlighting companies that have effectively redefined their identity to better reflect their goals and growth.
JLPGA: Women’s Golf – Case Study (2024)
Designmatters (ACCD)
A social innovation program at ArtCenter College of Design that leverages art and design as a force for positive change through effective research, strategy, and action.
TEDxACCD – Beauty of the Fall (2017)
Aquarium of the Pacific – Blue Hope (2016)
Student Gallery (ACCD)
An ArtCenter College of Design exhibition space featuring a rotating selection of professional student work and design projects from departments such as film, photography, and more.
Human / Nature – Editorial (2017)
NAHM (Museum) – Identity (2017)
Alaska Air – Identity (2016)
Living Colour – Calligraphy (2016)
Vision Envision – Editorial (2015)
Equinox – Packaging (2015)
Vortex – Packaging (2015)
Scholarships (ACCD)
A financial aid program at ArtCenter College of Design that offers scholarships to students in need as well as those who demonstrate exceptional design talent, ability, and recognition.
Continuing – Scholarship (2016)
Entering – Scholarship (2014)
Experience
Since graduating from university in 2017, I’ve spent most of my career working with design studios and branding agencies, building strong and lasting relationships with long-term clients along the way.
Interbrand Japan
An award-winning consulting company providing brand management, strategy, and consulting services to clients in Japan, making a significant impact on branding projects across the country.
Graphic Designer – Senior
Oct 2025 – Current
Tokyo, Japan
Graphic Designer – Designer
May 2019 – Sep 2025
Tokyo, Japan
Interbrand
A leader in brand strategy, experience design, and brand valuation for global businesses for over 50 years, recognized for pioneering brand valuation through its annual Best Global Brands event.
Graphic Designer – Associate
Feb 2018 – Mar 2019
Manhattan, New York
Saatchi & Saatchi
A multinational advertising agency built on integrity, enjoyment, and brand communication. Known for their high-impact campaigns, they resonate with audiences and drive business results.
Graphic Designer – Freelance
Nov 2017 – Jan 2018
Los Angeles, California
Media Arts Lab
A global creative agency exclusively dedicated to Apple. They operate as an in-house unit and are known for crafting and innovating impactful marketing campaigns for the brand’s new products.
Graphic Designer – Freelance
Sep 2017 – Nov 2017
Santa Monica, California
ArtCenter College of Design
A world-renowned institution and international leader in art and design education. Their rigorous classes emphasize hands-on, studio-based learning and professional readiness post graduation.
Graphic Designer – Assistant
May 2015 – Sep 2017
Pasadena, California
Blind
A design consultancy that helps brands build and maintain relationships. Specializing in brand strategy, motion design, and storytelling, they’re recognized through compelling visual narratives.
Graphic Designer – Internship
May 2016 – Aug 2016
Santa Monica, California
Education
Like many, I wasn’t sure what path to take after high school, so I explored several universities, shifting my career direction along the way. The following programs and colleges highlight my academic journey.
Coto Academy
A Japanese language school known for its practical, conversation-focused teaching style. It offers small, flexible classes for all levels and fosters a community through cultural events and gatherings.
Certificate of Completion in Elementary Japanese
Jun 2019 – Apr 2020
Tokyo, Japan
ArtCenter College of Design
A world-renowned institution and international leader in art and design education. Their rigorous classes emphasize hands-on, studio-based learning and professional readiness post graduation.
Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honors in Graphic Design
Aug 2014 – Sep 2017
Pasadena, California
Santa Monica College
A community college that makes learning relevant, practical, and fresh at an affordable cost. They offer diverse programs and are especially renowned for their exceptional transfer rates to universities.
Courses in Graphic Design & Photography
Aug 2012 – May 2014
Santa Monica, California
California Institute of the Arts
A degree-granting institution specifically created for the visual and performing arts. The program aims to transform the world through artistic expression, making it a leading force in arts education.
Courses in Graphic Design & Photography
Sep 2011 – May 2012
Valencia, California
Associations
Since graduating from university and completing various academic programs, I’ve been fortunate to be associated with several prestigious institutions listed below. Feel free to learn more about them.
Alumni Portal (ACCD)
An online platform for ArtCenter College of Design graduates to network globally, maintain connections, and access a directory of professional resources, such as job boards and alumni benefits.
Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honors in Graphic Design
Sep 2017 – Current
Pasadena, California