Dhina Lalita

Creative Project and Marketing

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Bandung, ID

About

Dynamic APAC Communications & Branding Specialist with over 4 years of cross-functional expertise in operations, marketing, and creative strategy across Japan and Southeast Asia. Proven track record in driving engagement, optimizing workflows, and leading international projects, leveraging bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English. Adept at fostering growth and innovation within multicultural teams, delivering purpose-driven impact through strategic digital campaigns and compelling content.

Work Experience

Founder and Designer

COLALITA Studio

Apr 2024 - Present

Bandung, Indonesia, ID

Led a creative studio, developing comprehensive branding systems and visual identities while delivering design solutions and workshops for cross-cultural clients across Asia.

  • Developed and implemented branding systems and visual identities for diverse clients across Singapore and Japan, ensuring cohesive and impactful brand representation.
  • Executed fast-turnaround design projects, consistently meeting tight deadlines and client expectations for high-quality creative output.
  • Facilitated engaging design workshops tailored for cross-cultural creative teams, enhancing collaborative capabilities and project outcomes.

Operations Manager, SEA + Marketing Lead

HYRE KK

Aug 2023 - Oct 2024

Tokyo, Japan, JP

Directed comprehensive marketing and operations strategies for Southeast Asia, significantly boosting engagement, optimizing workflows, and reducing costs.

  • Spearheaded LinkedIn content strategy, achieving a 200% increase in engagement and expanding the company's follower base by over 1,000 within 4 months.
  • Managed the full rebranding initiative, including website renewal and localization, slashing vendor costs from ¥1M to ¥300K by strategically sourcing global freelancers.
  • Optimized operational workflows and resolved bottlenecks using Zoho Suites, Zapier, Slack, Notion, Canva, and AI tools, enhancing overall efficiency and productivity.
  • Developed compelling employer branding and marketing content, improving candidate reply and acceptance rates through targeted research and design, often under tight deadlines.

Operations Associate

HYRE KK

Aug 2022 - Jul 2023

Tokyo, Japan, JP

Supported critical operations and marketing functions for Southeast Asia, streamlining onboarding processes and contributing to brand alignment and efficiency.

  • Planned and executed comprehensive onboarding for Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia teams, researching local regulations and coordinating with management and vendors for seamless setup.
  • Contributed to employer branding and marketing content development, ensuring brand alignment and timely delivery for recruitment initiatives.
  • Assisted in identifying operational inefficiencies and implementing solutions, utilizing various productivity and AI tools to enhance team performance.

Production Manager

GROUNDS FOOTWEAR (part of mikiosakabe)

Sep 2021 - Jun 2022

Tokyo, Japan, JP

Managed end-to-end production operations across four international factories in Indonesia and China, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.

  • Directed end-to-end production for footwear across 4 factories in Indonesia and China, consistently achieving timely delivery and stringent quality control standards.
  • Served as the primary liaison between C-level executives and international factory teams, ensuring critical alignment on quality standards and performance metrics.
  • Coordinated seasonal photoshoots with US-based model agencies and photographers, collaborating closely with brand owners and designers to achieve creative vision.
  • Streamlined cross-border collaboration processes, significantly improving production efficiency and creative output across international teams and projects.

Digital Marketing and Social Media Intern (Remote)

Beyond Childhood

Sep 2020 - Dec 2020

Surabaya, Indonesia, ID

Supported digital marketing and social media initiatives for a parenting platform, driving content strategy and audience engagement remotely.

  • Conducted in-depth research on relevant social media trends and figures to inform content strategy for webinars and platform features.
  • Devised and implemented on-page optimization strategies, enhancing website performance and user experience.
  • Created and executed creative content and social media marketing campaigns, growing the parenting platform's audience to over 6,900 millennial parents.

Education

Marketing-Business Administration

RITSUMEIKAN ASIA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY

Sep 2017 - Sep 2021

Beppu, Oita, JP

Volunteer

Education Mentor

GANDENG FOUNDATION INDONESIA

Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

Jakarta, Indonesia, ID

Mentored students for GANDENG Foundation Indonesia, supporting their educational development and academic growth.

  • Provided educational mentorship to students, supporting their academic and personal growth over an 11-month period.
  • Developed tailored learning plans and provided guidance to enhance student performance and confidence.

Japanese Tutor

PASSION TO ACTION INDONESIA

Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

Jakarta, Indonesia, ID

Tutored Japanese language for PASSION TO ACTION INDONESIA, enhancing students' linguistic skills and cultural understanding.

  • Delivered comprehensive Japanese language tutoring, helping students improve their proficiency and cultural understanding.
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to facilitate effective language acquisition for diverse learners.

Language Service Team (JP/EN/ID)

TOKYO2020 Olympic

Jan 2021 - Aug 2021

Tokyo, Japan, JP

Provided critical language services for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, facilitating communication for international participants.

  • Contributed to international communication efforts by providing language services during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
  • Facilitated effective communication between diverse linguistic groups in a high-stakes international environment.

Event Manager of Inclusion Week

Ritsumeikan APU

Oct 2020 - Nov 2020

Beppu, Oita, JP

Managed and coordinated the Inclusion Week event at Ritsumeikan APU, ensuring successful execution and participant engagement.

  • Organized and executed a university-wide event, managing all logistical aspects and participant engagement.
  • Coordinated with various stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and a positive experience for attendees.

Certificates

Professional Graphic Design

tempatbelajar.id

Jan 2025

Digital Marketing Growth Programme

Girls in Marketing with SEMrush & Hostinger

Jul 2024

Product Localization

Tokyo Digital Marketers

Jun 2024

Utilizing New Version of LinkedIn Recruiter

LinkedIn HQ Japan

Jun 2024

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program Future of Technology & Developing Startup

Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Japan

May 2024

Cultural Contrasts with Type - Conference

TypeLab - AUS APT

Apr 2024

Brand Building Bootcamp

BELAJARLAGI

Jun 2023

Design Thinking & Creation

Me Fashion School

Nov 2022

Digital Marketing Bootcamp

BELAJARLAGI

May 2022

Awards

Academic Merit Awards

International Management Faculty of APU

Jan 2018

Recognized as one of the top 3 academic achievements within the International Management Faculty of APU.

100% Tuition Reduction Scholarship

Ritsumeikan APU

Sep 2017

Full scholarship covering tuition fees for the entire duration of studies (2017-2021).

JASSO EJU Honor Scholarship

The MEXT Japan

Sep 2017

Prestigious honor scholarship from the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (2017-2021).

Study Abroad Scholarship

The Ministry of Religious Affairs Indonesia

Sep 2017

Scholarship supporting international study at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (2017-2021).

Languages

Chinese (Conversational) , Japanese (Fluent) , Arabic (Proficient) , Bahasa Indonesia (Native) , English (Native)

Skills

Operations Management

  • Slack
  • Zoho Suites
  • Google Workspace
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Process Improvement
  • Bottleneck Identification

Project Management

  • Asana
  • Notion
  • Project Delivery
  • Cross-Border Collaboration
  • Vendor Management
  • Logistics Coordination

Cross-Cultural Communication

  • International Collaboration
  • Multicultural Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Bilingual Communication (JP/EN)

Data Visualization

  • Tableau
  • Data Interpretation
  • Reporting

Research and Analysis

  • Google Trends
  • Typeform
  • Market Research
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Regulatory Research

Productivity Tools

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Sheets
  • Zapier
  • Canva

AI Tools

  • ChatGPT 4.0
  • MidJourney
  • Perplexity
  • Row
  • AI-driven Workflow Optimization

Marketing and Branding

  • Canva
  • SEMrush
  • Brand Strategy
  • Employer Branding
  • Rebranding
  • Content Strategy
  • Brand Alignment

Digital Marketing & Social Strategy

  • Meta Business Suite
  • Google Analytics
  • LinkedIn Content Strategy
  • SEO
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Campaign Management

Design Tools

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Photoshop
  • InDesign
  • Visual Identity
  • Graphic Design

Creative Directing

  • Creative Leadership
  • Photoshoot Coordination
  • Content Creation

Production Management

  • Quality Control
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Factory Liaison
  • Timely Delivery