✲ Experience
I have experience in various environments, including creative agency, in-house, and freelance. I began my career in Tokyo, Japan, focusing on web and marketing design. After transitioning to product design, I moved to the U.S. in 2017, blending my experience to navigate the nexus of product and brand.
Freelance
Product & Brand Designer
2016 – 2019
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Published Book Author
In 2020, I authored the book, “How Might We Learn English as a Designer? (デザイナーの英語帳),” which was published in Japan and later translated and published in Korea. Born in Japan, I once knew zero English. Now? I distribute a weekly newsletter for designers and engineers learning English.
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Pop Culture Enthusiast
When I'm not working, I'm gaming, diving into manga, or binge-watching anime. Oh, and I have a serious passion for fashion.
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Mom-in-Training
Juggling designs and diapers! Raising a little one keeps me on my toes.
Oh, one more thing: you can find me by the name '灰色ハイジ' (Haiji Haiiro) in Japan.
