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Koji Yoshida

Koji Yoshida

Newton,MA

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Photographer, Founder, Owner

KY Visuals
11.2023 - Current
  • Covered 100+ events for teams, athletes, and organizations, crafting high-energy, story-driven visuals viewed over 100,000 times. Handles all aspects of the business—photography, editing, branding, and client relations—while blending creative storytelling with professional execution.

Media Section Lead Editor

Denebola (School Newspaper)
09.2023 - Current
  • NESPA “Photo of the Year” (1x), Sports Action Winner (2x). Shot more school events than anyone in the publication’s history, producing standout visual coverage across sports and student life. Led and mentored a 25+ person team while driving a record-breaking increase in multimedia output.

Content Manager, Photographer

WAWB Wiffle
01.2023 - Current
  • Photographed games, created graphics and player features, and built an online presence that turned backyard wiffle ball into a full-season narrative. Helped drive engagement through visual content while managing league logistics and keeping the spirit competitive, creative, and chaotic.

Executive Director, Content Manager, Photographer

Freekick Initiative
05.2024 - Current
  • Leads all photo and video coverage for a youth soccer nonprofit reaching 600+ kids. Created visual content that supported program growth, volunteer recruitment, and community engagement. Also oversees 35+ volunteer coaches and clinic operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newton South High School
Newton, MA
06-2026

Skills

  • Photography
  • Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Creative Direction
  • Branding
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Event Coverage
  • Leadership & Mentorship

Awards

NESPA Photo of the Year Award (1x), New England Scholastic Press Association, 2024, Awarded for the single best image to appear in a New England high school publication that year, capturing a powerful moment in a wrestling match., NESPA Sports Action Photography Award (2x), New England Scholastic Press Association, 2023 & 2024, Recognized for excellence in capturing dynamic sports action moments.

Timeline

Executive Director, Content Manager, Photographer

Freekick Initiative
05.2024 - Current

Freelance Photographer, Founder, Owner

KY Visuals
11.2023 - Current

Media Section Lead Editor

Denebola (School Newspaper)
09.2023 - Current

Content Manager, Photographer

WAWB Wiffle
01.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

Newton South High School

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