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MEI WATANABE
Communications & Public Affairs
Nerima,13
Summary
Bilingual Japanese-English Political Science student at Waseda University with hands-on experience in editorial journalism, human rights advocacy, and social media communications. Former editorial intern at The Edge Media Group in Malaysia, with direct exposure to national election coverage and journalist interviewing. Recognized internationally through the UBC Outstanding International Student Award and a fully funded scholarship from UCL and Cambridge. Passionate about leveraging communication and cross-cultural skills to drive meaningful impact in a global corporate environment.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Editorial Intern
The Edge Media Group
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Edited and proofread articles for publication at one of Southeast Asia's leading financial newspapers.
- Shadowed the Chief Editor during national election coverage, gaining hands-on exposure to political reporting and editorial decision-making under deadline pressure.
- Assisted in conducting journalist interviews, supporting the editorial pipeline.
Private Tutor
Independent / Self-Employed
07.2025 - Current
- Provide one-on-one tutoring in SAT English & Maths, AP Humanities subjects, and TOEFL & IELTS preparation.
- Adapt teaching methods to individual student needs, communicating complex concepts clearly across different learning styles.
Social Media Manager
Youth Impact at Hands On Tokyo
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Developed and executed social media outreach strategy, increasing community engagement and fostering partnerships with organizations.
- Visited children's centre biweekly in Setagaya-ku, providing meals and English lessons to children from underserved communities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Waseda University
Tokyo, Japan09-2029
High School Diploma -
Hiroo Gakuen Senior High School
Tokyo 04.2001 -
Skills
Content editing
Content Creation
Content Development
Investigative journalism
Research & Analysis
Social media strategy
Media literacy
Community engagement
English (Native)
Japanese (Fluent)
Cross-cultural Communication
Software
Microsoft Office
Certification
Investment and Finance in Emerging Markets and Developing Economies
Timeline
Private Tutor
Independent / Self-Employed
07.2025 - Current
Investment and Finance in Emerging Markets and Developing Economies
09-2024
Social Media Manager
Youth Impact at Hands On Tokyo
09.2023 - 03.2025
Editorial Intern
The Edge Media Group
07.2023 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Hiroo Gakuen Senior High School
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Waseda University
AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS
- Mar 2025, Selected as a top international student admitted to UBC Vancouver; recognized for academic achievement and extracurricular contributions.