Vote for ‘Herbivores’ on Food2
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Hi, it’s your Jetwit webmaster Lee-Sean Huang (Oita-ken ’03-’06) here. I have a quick favor to ask you all.
“Herbivores,” the stop-motion animation video that I made with my friend Elizabeth Fuller last year has made it to the top 10 semifinals of the First Annual Food2 Summer Challenge. We desperately need your votes to help us win the grand prize. Please vote for us here. You need to sign in to vote, but you can log in using your Facebook or MySpace account. It only takes a minute.
Thanks so much for your help!
Event: Storyboards and Picture Book Dumies for Good Bookmaking (Tokyo)
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Author Suzanne Kamata (Tokushima-ken, 1988-90) who also serves as the Publicity Assistant for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, shared the following:
Storyboards and Picture Book Dummies for Good Bookmaking
with Author/Illustrator Naomi Kojima
Time: Saturday, September 12, 2009, 9:45-11:45 a.m.
Place: Tokyo Women’s Plaza, Conference Room 1
5-53-67 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (by the Children’s Castle and United Nations University)
For a map see www.scbwi.jp/ map.htm
Fee: SCBWI members 1,000 yen; nonmembers 1,500 yen
Reservations Required: Contact info@scbwi.jp by Sept. 10 to reserve your space
Materials to bring: pencils, scissors, tape or glue
This event will be in English and Japanese.
Putting together the storyboard and book dummy is a necessary process and the foundation for good bookmaking. It enables illustrators and authors to see their work more clearly, and to find clues for editing and arranging text and illustration. In this hands-on workshop we will take a pre-selected story and turn it into a 32-page picture book dummy. A preliminary talk will address the basics for preparing storyboards and book dummies: dividing text for placement on pages, creating visual flow and pacing of text and pictures, as well as basic layout and design. But the primary focus of the workshop will be on the actual making of the dummy. Illustration skills are not necessary; both writers and illustrators are welcome. Story text and paper will be provided.
Naomi Kojima is an author and illustrator of picture books. Born in Japan, she spent her childhood years in the U.S. and studied sculpture at Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee. Kojima’s first two picture books, Mr. and Mrs. Thief and The Flying Grandmother were published in New York soon after she joined a Massachusetts SCBWI chapter. Since then, her books have been published in the U.S. and Japan, and translated into French, Swedish, and Indonesian. Her picture books include The Alphabet Picture Book (Kaisei-sha) and Singing Shijimi Clams (Kane Miller).
BAPCPA Man #6 – Unemployment, median income and the means test
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BAPCPA Man and Bankruptcy Bill are cartoons created by Steven Horowitz (Aichi-ken, 1992-94) and Gideon Kendall. For more cartoons, original bankruptcy haiku and even a bankruptcy country song, go to bankruptcybill.us.
(Click here to see larger version of the cartoon.)
Additionally, if anyone would like to take a stab at translating the cartoon into Japanese for JetWit’s Japanese fans out there, feel free to post in the comments section of this post. Some cultural explanation might be helpful as well, given that Japanese bankruptcy laws are very different than the U.S.
Does anyone in the JetWit-a-sphere have any connections with administrations or faculty at any Japanese universities?
I ask because I know that there’s been a trend of Japanese universities trying to attract foreign students to study on their campuses. I think the reason is related to the declining population in Japan but I’m not sure.
Regardless, it seems to me that perhaps some of them would be interested in advertising on JetWit. JetWit has recently been getting over 400 hits per day and is used not just by JET alums all around the world but also by current JETs who are interested in getting a sense of what comes after JET. Simply put, there’s no other way to reach this many JETs and JET alums this efficiently.
So if anyone can put me in touch with appropriate people at some of these universities, or better yet, make them aware of JetWit and get them interested in sponsoring the site in some way, then that kind of help would be greatly appreciated.
Yoroshiku onegaishimasu,
Steven (Aichi-ken, 1992-94)
Job: Senior Manager of Development (Mumbai, India)
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Via Asia Society:
Location: Asia Society India Centre, Mumbai
Position: Senior Manager of Development
Purpose:
The Senior Manager of Development works directly with the Executive Director and Board to establish and execute the strategic direction and overall management of fundraising initiatives, both corporate and individual, including planning annual and long-range strategic plans. Responsibilities include: budgeting, monitoring, implementation of development, membership, marketing, managing development interns and volunteers, and coordinating special events. Working in this capacity requires experience in strategic planning, donor cultivation and stewardship, public relations, audience development, and event planning. Successful candidates must be at ease in cross-cultural settings, comfortable working with board members and senior level executive officers, able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, and able to implement events that strengthen relationships between the peoples of Asia and the US. The Senior Manager also represents the organization at philanthropic-related programs, meetings, and networking events.
Job: JET Programme Coordinator for the Consulate-General of Japan (Calgary)
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A job with JET via JETAA British Columbia:
The Consulate-General of Japan in Calgary is currently accepting applications for the JET Programme Coordinator position. This is a full-time position (9am-5pm, Mondays to Fridays) beginning early October.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Answering inquiries regarding the JET Programme (by e-mail and in person)
- Actively promoting the JET Programme in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba
- Budgeting of the Programme (yearly and by event) and bookkeeping
- Coordinating the JET interviews and Training
- Correspond with other JET Coordinators in Canada and make incremental improvements to the Programme
- Working with JET Alumni Associations and process their budget requests and payments
- Other duties related to Information and Cultural Affairs Read More
JapanInfo eNewsletter – August 2009
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The August 2009 edition of JapanInfo is now available online. JapanInfo is published by the Consulate General of Japan in New York/Japan Information Center and is a great source of info for Japan-related things going on in New York and the surrounding area.
Highlights include:
- Farewell Reception for 2009 JET Participants
- House of Representatives Dissolved: General Election to Be Held on August 30
- First Japanese to Complete Extended Stay on the International Space Station
- Bon Appétit with Self-Made Japanese Dishes!
- World Heritage Sites in Japan: Yakushima
- Netsuke – The Art of Utility
- From the Ambasador’s Desk
- And plenty of things to do and see on the Events Calendar.
Roland Kelts column in Daily Yomiuri: Miyazaki, Horibuchi and the virtues of change
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http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/features/arts/20090828TDY13003.htm
Related JetWit Posts:
- Roland Kelts interview with Hayao Miyazaki
- Transcript of Roland Kelts full interview with Hayao Miyazaki (via GhibliWorld)
Roland Kelts (Osaka-shi, 1998-99) backstage with Hayao Miyazaki at Berkeley event
Job: Bilingual Project Manager
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This job listing was received directly from Staffing Solution Inc. Executive Search, a Florida-based staffing company that conducts confidential executive searches for global companies:
Project Manager
Japanese / English Permanent position
Location: South East US
Salary: $130k plus generous Bonus
Responsibilities: Working as part of the corporate integration team. Fluency in English and Japanese. Experience implementing integration polices and procedures with American and Japanese partners. Business liaison who will ensure the corporate goals are measured and implemented in a timely manner. Experience ensuring strategic polices, budgets, creative opportunities and processes are being followed. Experience in finance is a plus.
Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Benefits: Excellent, Relocation provided
Additional info: “The position below would be perfect for someone with great people skills who spoke and wrote fluent English and Japanese and has worked in a corporate environment working with both cultures. The ideal person would have a financial background and merger experience working in a team environment on Project management integration projects. They would act as a go-between both companies ensuring everyone is on the same page. It is truly a great opportunity and actually seems as if it would be a very pleasant job as well. I know the American team and they are very professional and pleasant to work with.”
Send resume to: hdhunter3@aol.com (Very important! Please indicate in the email that you learned about the position from JetWit. I don’t ask for much, but in this case it’s sugoku taisetsu. Yoroshiku onegaishimasu.)
http://www.staffingsolutioninc.com/
Job: Bilingual Account Manager – OSG Tap and Die (Cincinnati, OH)
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Job listing received direct from the company’s HR Dept:
Bilingual (Japanese/English) Account Manager
Cincinnati, OH
Company
OSG Tap and Die, Inc. is an industry leader in the manufacture and sale of high end cutting tools. OSG Tap and Die, Inc. is part of the OTD family of companies that have worldwide operations and 70 years experience in the cutting tool industry. OSG is a great place to work! OSG is concerned about the wellness of its employees, the community and the environment. OSG is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description
The position will entail establishing new business, maintaining existing sales and increasing our market share by working closely with a network of distributors. Conduct periodic sales meetings and technical training seminars for distributors and end-users. Also, provide support to troubleshoot end-user application problems and identify new prospects and opportunities. Read More
Job: Japanese Speaking Customer Representative for On Process
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Job listing received directly from On Process Technology:
Japanese Speaking Customer Service Representative for On Process Technology
We are seeking native Japanese speakers to join our team. OnProcess Technology assists large computer and telecom companies in the management of their global supply chain. Work at home. Flexible evening hours.
Responsibilities: Communicate via telephone, or email. Assist customers in the part exchange process
Contact: If you are interested in this position please contact us at hrcareers@onprocess.com
Website: http://www.onprocess.com/
Roland Kelts article in Adbusters: “Japanese Simplicity”
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Check out the latest article by Roland Kelts (Osaka-shi, 1998-99), author of Japanamerica, in AdBusters magazine, titled “Japanese Simplicity: The only way to leave a smaller footprint would be to die.”
Also stay tuned for Roland’s forthcoming novel titled “Access.”
There’s a short article in the New York Times titled “Healthcare Abroad: Japan” which is part of a series that looks at healthcare systems in other countries. It briefly gets at what works well, what the weak points are and why it’s that way.
How do JETs and JET alums feel about Japanese healthcare and the points in this article? Share your thoughts by posting a comment.
See this recent post on JetWit (“JET alumni and healthcare“) for additional discussion of JET alumni and their experiences and concerns with healthcare.
Update: Turns out PBS’ Frontline did a documentary called “Sick Around the World“ which examined the healthcare systems in five countries, including Japan, which you can watch on their website here.
Job: Human Resources at Konica Minolta in Tokyo
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Via Hokkaido JETs Yaho0 Group:
The advertised position is for an entry level job in Human Resources at Konica Minolta Holdings, an internationally known Japanese manufacturing company specializing in optics and business technology. This job listing is for an entry-level position in Tokyo, and the company is seeking to specifically hire a former CIR for the position.
JetWit Blog Beat 8.25.09 by Crystal Wong
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JetWit Blog Beat by Crystal Wong (Iwate-ken, 2002-04) is a recurring item featuring posts from the blogs of various JET alumni. Crystal is a former English-language writer for Kyodo News. She is now a freelance writer and digital strategist in New York and relishes her constant hunt for the best cheap(ish) eats in the city.
From the family of JET alum Toby Weymiller in Hokkaido, they share a lovely post about the amazing Shibuya-san, a coffee proprietor in their town who has just offered the use of his tools for them to mix mortar. How cool is that?
If you’re in Canada, catch author Rob Weston (Nara-ken, 2002-04) at your local Word on the Street festival – better yet, if you’re in Toronto, catch him at his appearance there on Sept. 27.
As I’m sure you’ve heard, the Mr. James campaign in McDonald’s has caused quite an uproar. See JET alum Jamie Patterson‘s take here. And if that’s not enough to sate your appetite for surreal Japanese advertising, JET alum cartoonist Lars Martinson shares a gem from the archives.
Ending on a delectable and enviable note, Lee-Sean Huang (Oita-ken, 2003-2006) follows in Anthony Bourdain’s footsteps and checks out a delicious sounding Maple Bacon Latte at the Pirate Cat Radio Café in SF’s Mission District.
