Mio Akazawa
London,Greater London
Summary
Creative and bilingual marketing specialist with 7+ years of experience in film distribution, cultural event production, and cross-border communication. Known for bridging ideas, creators, and audiences through thoughtful storytelling and strategic execution. From launching art-house cinema releases to producing IP-driven events, I bring a deep understanding of both creative nuance and operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Event planner
Parco Co., Ltd
Tokyo, Japan
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Executed cultural events, including music, art, and video games, for PARCO galleries and stores.
- Managed cross-functional teams alongside external partners to ensure successful event production.
- Collaborated with external IPs, contemporary artists, and creators to develop original merchandise.
Film Distribution & Promotion Project Manager
PARCO Co., Ltd.
Tokyo, Japan
04.2021 - 03.2024
- Planned and executed release strategies including theater selection, release date coordination, and regional rollout plans
- Selected titles and contributed to release line-up decisions based on market trends and target audience
- Led creation of promotional materials including posters, trailers, press kits, and digital assets
- Coordinated with media, influencers, and PR firms to maximize exposure and coverage
- Managed delivery and scheduling of film screening materials (DCPs, subtitles, etc.) to partner cinemas
- Supervised design and launch of a new branding website for the distribution division to support international outreach
- Ensured timely communication between production, marketing, and exhibition teams to maintain smooth project flow
Cinema Operations & PR Executive
PARCO Co., Ltd.
Tokyo, Japan
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Managed daily operations of in-house cinema and staff supervision
- Handled movie marketing & PR including flyers, SNS, and local outreach
- Coordinated special screenings and talk events with film directors and actors
Shopping Centre Marketing & Leasing Executive
PARCO Co., Ltd.
Sendai, Japan
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Planned and executed seasonal marketing campaigns for a shopping centre
- Negotiated leasing contracts with new tenants and pop-up stores
- Collaborated with designers and local artists for experiential events
Education
Master of Arts - Marketing
Meiji University
Tokyo 04.2013 - 03.2018
Skills
- Marketing expertise
- Brand management and promotions
- Event design and execution
- Multitasking and scheduling
- Budget management
- Social media strategy
- Team leadership
- Project management
- Film marketing and distribution
- Cross-cultural communication
- Bilingual (JP/EN)
- Creative direction
Languages
English
Advanced
Timeline
Event planner
Parco Co., Ltd
04.2024 - 07.2025
Film Distribution & Promotion Project Manager
PARCO Co., Ltd.
04.2021 - 03.2024
Cinema Operations & PR Executive
PARCO Co., Ltd.
04.2020 - 03.2021
Shopping Centre Marketing & Leasing Executive
PARCO Co., Ltd.
04.2018 - 03.2020
Master of Arts - Marketing
Meiji University
04.2013 - 03.2018
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