Hi! I'm Joanna Ligon, a 28-year-old film scholar, copywriter, and editor from the Philippines. I'm currently finishing my master's degree in International Culture and Communication Studies, majoring in film studies, at Waseda University in Tokyo. I love crafting content that blends creativity with culture. With experience in writing episodic video content, editing, and media production, I've had the chance to work with diverse clients across cybersecurity, cryptocurrency, education, and travel industries. I'm passionate about storytelling and creating engaging media that connects with audiences.

Joanna Ligon

Hi! I'm Joanna Ligon, a 28-year-old film scholar, copywriter, and editor from the Philippines. I'm currently finishing my master's degree in International Culture and Communication Studies, majoring in film studies, at Waseda University in Tokyo. I love crafting content that blends creativity with culture. With experience in writing episodic video content, editing, and media production, I've had the chance to work with diverse clients across cybersecurity, cryptocurrency, education, and travel industries. I'm passionate about storytelling and creating engaging media that connects with audiences.

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Hi! I’m Joanna Ligon, a 28-year-old film scholar, copywriter, and editor from the Philippines. I’m currently finishing my master’s degree in International Culture and Communication Studies, majoring in film studies, at Waseda University in Tokyo. I love crafting content that blends creativity with culture.

With experience in writing episodic video content, editing, and media production, I’ve had the chance to work with diverse clients across cybersecurity, cryptocurrency, education, and travel industries. I’m passionate about storytelling and creating engaging media that connects with audiences.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

MEDIA PRODUCER at Japan Travel, JP
December 31, 2025 - August 3, 2025
Collaborated with local tourism offices to spotlight new travel experiences in Japan, including restaurants, shops, and events.
COPYWRITER & EDITOR at Digital Rescue Rangers, UK
December 31, 2024 - August 3, 2025
Wrote and edited website content and case studies for brands in various industries, including cybersecurity, cryptocurrency, human resources, fashion, and sports. Notable clients included McAfee, Hackable? Podcast, Capsule CRM, and Randstad US & Netherlands.
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER / SCRIPTWRITER at Quipper, Philippines
December 31, 2020 - August 3, 2025
Crafted episodic video content for an e-learning platform for K-12 students and teachers, focusing on media consumption, natural sciences, and cultural identity.
CONTENT WRITER at WeCanWork Global Solutions, Philippines / Costa Rica
December 31, 2018 - August 3, 2025
Wrote and edited content and case studies for websites in the esports, online betting, and cryptocurrency space, with a focus on Bitcoin.
NEWS WRITER & LIVE REPORTER at Bombo Radyo & Star FM, Philippines
December 31, 2016 - August 3, 2025
Covered local news in the Philippines, focusing mainly on entertainment news, human interest stories, and the 2016 presidential elections.
FILM PRODUCTION INTERN at Ambient Lighthouse, Philippines
December 31, 2015 - August 3, 2025
Film Production Intern for indie film Footprints on the Moon (dir. Janix Pacle, 2016).
MEDIA PRODUCER at Japan Travel, JP
December 31, 2025 - August 3, 2025
Collaborated with local tourism offices to spotlight new travel experiences in Japan, including restaurants, shops, and events.
COPYWRITER & EDITOR at Digital Rescue Rangers, UK
December 31, 2024 - August 3, 2025
Wrote and edited website content and case studies for brands in various industries, including cybersecurity, cryptocurrency, human resources, fashion, and sports. Notable clients include McAfee, Hackable? Podcast, Capsule CRM, Randstad US & Netherlands.
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER / SCRIPTWRITER at Quipper, Philippines
December 31, 2020 - August 3, 2025
Crafted episodic video content for an e-learning platform for K-12 students and teachers, focusing on media consumption, natural sciences, and cultural identity.
CONTENT WRITER at WeCanWork Global Solutions, Philippines / Costa Rica
December 31, 2018 - August 3, 2025
Wrote and edited content and case studies for websites in the esports, online betting, and cryptocurrency space, with a focus on Bitcoin.
NEWS WRITER & LIVE REPORTER at Bombo Radyo & Star FM, Philippines
December 31, 2016 - August 3, 2025
Covered local news in the Philippines, focusing mainly on entertainment news, human interest stories, and the 2016 presidential elections.
FILM PRODUCTION INTERN at Ambient Lighthouse, Philippines
December 31, 2015 - August 3, 2025
Film Production Intern for indie film Footprints on the Moon (dir. Janix Pacle, 2016).

Education

BA IN COMMUNICATION at Saint Louis University (SLU), Philippines
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2016
BA IN COMMUNICATION at Saint Louis University (SLU), Philippines
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2016

Qualifications

Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship Recipient
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Outstanding Thesis Award
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Cum Laude / 4-Yr Dean's Lister
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
MONBUKAGAKUSHO HONORS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
OUTSTANDING THESIS AWARD
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
CUM LAUDE / 4-YR DEAN’S LISTER
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet, Financial Services