THOMAS KIMURA
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kimuradigital.com
github.com/thomaskimura
linkedin.com/in/kimurathomas
EXPERIENCE
Here Not There herenotthere.ca
Co Founder - May 2016 - Present
Here Not There is a new apparel brand that launched in May 2016 and is operated
out of Toronto. Our goal is to create simple and elegant designs for anybody to
show their hometown pride. With intelligent automation built into our back-end we
are able to generate artwork and print garments on-demand. At the end of the day
we then donate 10% of our proceeds to local charities. With a small team of two
everything is done ourselves from web-design, marketing and customer support.
Kimura Digial kimuradigital.com
Freelance Web Designer - January 2016 - Present
I build websites & help businesses grow. I focus on creating clean human-centric
designs that are built to achieve real business goals.
Brainstation Academy brainstation.io/academy
Assistant Teacher - August 2015
Brainstation Academy is a summer program where kids 13-18 can learn the
fundamental elements of web development.
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Assisted in class lectures on basic web development
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Provided one-on-one instruction and troubleshooting
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Created a friendly learning environment
Student CarShare
I started at Student CarShare in May 2014 as an intern and quickly became an
important part of the team. Working in a small team allowed me to learn a lot...
and fast. At Student CarShare I played many roles, designer, developer, marketer.
I've worked with email marketing, social media, digital ads, events, website
optimization. However, my role at Student CarShare has always been focused on one
key thing, growth. While at Student CarShare memberships generated through web
efforts increased by 973% over a one-year period from July 1, 2014 to July 1,
2015.
Project Manager - May 2015 - November 2015
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Facilitated multiple projects at Student CarShare to ensure deadlines were
met with deliverables while staying on scope
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Implemented project management software to coordinate marketing projects
Digital Marketing Manager - May 2014 - November 2015
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Managed digital marketing efforts for nationally expanding brand
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Planned, scheduled and executed campaigns on all digital platforms
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Built content for social in order to drive traffic and build brand
authority on campus
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Managed all paid traffic using Twitter Ads, Google AdWords, and Facebook's
Power Editor
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Analyzed all analytics on a daily basis using Google Analytics and
real-time metrics
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Created graphics and creative for all visual ad content
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Managed small team of interns to effectively distribute workload of the
marketing department
Front-End Developer - February 2015 - November 2015
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Created mockups and prototypes using InVision and Adobe suite
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Implemented designs of working prototype using the Ionic framework
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Built internal tools to help Student CarShare grow
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A feed with social activity on Instagram and Twitter within 2km
radius of key Canadian campuses. This was used to identify and
contact campus influencers.
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Simple app that plays a sound and displays a gif every time a user
completes the membership process.
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Interactive map to analyze and identify driving patterns on campus.
Humber College
IT Support Specialist - September 2013 - January 2014
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Facilitated computer labs and student study space
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Managed inventory levels of printer and office supplies
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Troubleshot different technical problems involving printers and wifi
connections
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Trained new hires independently and effectively
City of Toronto
Snowboard Instructor - January 2010 - April 2013
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Coached many students including young children and adults
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Created a fun and safe learning environment for students to comfortably
progress
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Maintained strict schedule with class time and student report cards
EDUCATION
Humber College
Bachelor of Commerce Ebusiness Marketing - 2014
Hootsuite University
HootSuite Certified Professional - 2014
Team Treehouse
www.teamtreehouse.com - 2014
RECOMMENDATIONS - Visible on LinkedIn
Jake Cohn - Founder & CEO of And Chill
“Thomas was fully responsible for our new, highly upgraded website. I love how on
point and responsive he was when it came to putting what we talked about onto the
actual page—and it was always in a very quick turnaround time. He was equally
impressive and quick performing the little intermittent tweaks and edits that i'd
throw his way. I highly recommend him!”
Daniel DiMassa - Owner of dieepic.com
“Thomas blew me away from our first phone call. Both professional and great
designer. He knew what direction to lead me to so could get the best product out.
Thanks again for the clean design and help on EpicPack.com”
Jenny Lu - Teammate at Student CarShare
“Thomas and I were unstoppable at Student CarShare. His data-driven and
analytical mindset shaped our marketing strategies in markets across Canada. He's
a great team player and is skilled at balancing and finishing projects quickly
and smoothly. His laser focus is awesome, and he's got a creative mind to boot.
Plus, he's a great friend to have at the office.
Thomas is quick on his feet and uses logic and creativity to solve difficult
problems -- all great assets to have at any company! ”
