I'm Sugeno Takeya, a journalist with 31 years at NHK, driven by storytelling that captures interviewees' emotions and informs the public. I pride myself on fact-based storytelling, editorial judgment, and guiding end-to-end video production in fast-paced newsroom environments. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring reporters and videographers, and shaping compelling narratives from现场 interviews to on-air delivery, while maintaining high ethical standards and accuracy.…

Sugeno Takeya

I'm Sugeno Takeya, a journalist with 31 years at NHK, driven by storytelling that captures interviewees' emotions and informs the public. I pride myself on fact-based storytelling, editorial judgment, and guiding end-to-end video production in fast-paced newsroom environments. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring reporters and videographers, and shaping compelling narratives from现场 interviews to on-air delivery, while maintaining high ethical standards and accuracy.…

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I’m Sugeno Takeya, a journalist with 31 years at NHK, driven by storytelling that captures interviewees’ emotions and informs the public. I pride myself on fact-based storytelling, editorial judgment, and guiding end-to-end video production in fast-paced newsroom environments.

I excel at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring reporters and videographers, and shaping compelling narratives from现场 interviews to on-air delivery, while maintaining high ethical standards and accuracy.

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Language

Japanese
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Chief Producer, News Bureau at NHK
January 1, 1992 - September 30, 2023
Led NHK News Bureau operations with editorial judgment and end-to-end video production, overseeing cross-functional teams.
Duty Editor at NHK News Web
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Duty Editor of NHK NEWS WEB (online news publication site).
Assistant General Manager, Broadcasting Division at NHK Sapporo Station
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Assistant General Manager, Broadcasting Division.
Head of News Video Coverage at NHK Hokkaido
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Head of the News video coverage in the Hokkaido region, managed more than 50 members.
Editor for Video Coverage at NHK News Bureau
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Editor for Video Coverage.
Correspondent to Indonesia at NHK
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Correspondent to Indonesia; covered natural disasters including the Indian Ocean Tsunami; developed skills for sending video footage via satellite.
Videographer at NHK News Bureau, Kitami Station and Sapporo Station
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 2003
Videographer for News Bureau at Kitami and Sapporo stations.

Education

B.A. in Politics at Keio University, Tokyo
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1992

Qualifications

National license for Drone operation
January 11, 2030 - July 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Education
    A Prayer In Every Doll: Exploring Edo Kimekomi Dolls

    This documentary follows the making of Edo Kimekomi dolls, a traditional Japanese craft cherished as symbols of protection and wishes for the healthy growth of young girls. While documenting each stage of the intricate production process, the film also sheds light on the challenges facing the craft today, including an aging artisan population and changing lifestyles that have reshaped the market for these dolls.