Hi, I'm Aylie Tanaka, a graphic designer based in Los Angeles with 7+ years of experience in digital design, packaging, and marketing for entertainment, anime, and consumer brands. I enjoy transforming ideas into compelling assets across eCommerce, social, and retail platforms, and I thrive in cross-functional teams to deliver fan-focused creative for brands including Toho International (Godzilla) and Crunchyroll. I'm fluent in Japanese and English, which helps me bridge US/Japan projects and craft visuals that resonate with diverse audiences. I bring strong typography, branding, and layout skills, and I love helping brands grow through thoughtful design and cohesive asset systems.

Aylie Tanaka

Hi, I'm Aylie Tanaka, a graphic designer based in Los Angeles with 7+ years of experience in digital design, packaging, and marketing for entertainment, anime, and consumer brands. I enjoy transforming ideas into compelling assets across eCommerce, social, and retail platforms, and I thrive in cross-functional teams to deliver fan-focused creative for brands including Toho International (Godzilla) and Crunchyroll. I'm fluent in Japanese and English, which helps me bridge US/Japan projects and craft visuals that resonate with diverse audiences. I bring strong typography, branding, and layout skills, and I love helping brands grow through thoughtful design and cohesive asset systems.

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Hi, I’m Aylie Tanaka, a graphic designer based in Los Angeles with 7+ years of experience in digital design, packaging, and marketing for entertainment, anime, and consumer brands. I enjoy transforming ideas into compelling assets across eCommerce, social, and retail platforms, and I thrive in cross-functional teams to deliver fan-focused creative for brands including Toho International (Godzilla) and Crunchyroll.

I’m fluent in Japanese and English, which helps me bridge US/Japan projects and craft visuals that resonate with diverse audiences. I bring strong typography, branding, and layout skills, and I love helping brands grow through thoughtful design and cohesive asset systems.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Social Media Marketing Lead at 33USA Inc.
April 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Designed retail mockups, packaging templates, and promotional assets for anime and entertainment properties. Produced high-performing digital assets across email, YouTube, Instagram, and eCommerce platforms. Managed multiple client social media accounts, delivering KPI-driven reports and tactical presentations. Created campaign graphics for licensed titles with Crunchyroll and Toho International. Maintained asset libraries and supported cross-team initiatives to ensure brand consistency.
Graphic Designer (Contract) at RAKKAN Ramen, Inc.
January 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Led creative production for menus, promotional signage, and seasonal campaigns across multiple store locations. Designed digital and in-store visuals (POS displays, web banners, social content) to drive conversions. Established scalable brand guidelines for franchise-wide adoption. Oversaw pre-press review and vendor coordination with local and overseas printers.
Graphic Designer (Contract) at Forme (Science)
April 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Designed digital systems and interactive content for wellness product launches. Produced 3D packaging mockups and realistic renders for retail presentation. Executed creative assets for social, DTC, and paid ad campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Beauty and Health Research, Inc.
January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2022
Created end-to-end packaging for health and beauty products across U.S. and Japanese markets. Designed catalogs, trade show graphics, and collateral for DTC and wholesale sales channels. Customized packaging for major retail accounts, ensuring compliance and branding consistency. Collaborated on wellness campaigns, refreshing aging SKUs with modernized visuals.
Graphic Designer at Digital Manga, Inc.
February 1, 2016 - December 1, 2018
Designed social media graphics, convention materials, and promotional flyers. Produced catalog layouts, B2C email graphics, and licensing pitch mockups. Supported cross-promotional campaigns at anime conventions and retail activations.

Education

Bachelor of Design at Nihon University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment