Riko Sato
Brooklyn
Summary
Results-driven reporter specializing in macroeconomics and finance. Proven track record of producing high-impact articles and conducting exclusive interviews that engage audiences and enhance brand visibility.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Macroeconomics & Finance Reporter
Nikkei America
New York, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Produced around 700 articles on U.S. financial markets, cryptocurrency, fintech, real estate, and consumer finance, reaching an audience of roughly 3 million Japanese readers
- Boosted audience engagement through compelling storytelling and concise writing techniques.
- Co-authored three books on global economics, U.S. politics, and American society, leading long-form content projects from research through to publication
- Conducted exclusive interviews with top financial executives and prominent investors, demonstrating strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills across industries
United Nations Correspondent
Nikkei America
New York, NY
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Served as a UN Accredited Correspondent, covering Security Council and General Assembly sessions, press briefings, and high-profile international events
- Secured exclusive interviews with heads of state and senior UN officials, producing original reporting
- Broke several exclusive stories, including coverage of a report by the Panel of Experts assisting the 1718 DPRK Sanctions Committee
- Managed high-visibility, multilateral coverage across multiple channels, demonstrating cross-cultural communication and stakeholder engagement at an international level
Digital Marketing Internship
GYUTAN TSUKASA USA, INC.
Costa Mesa, CA
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with the marketing team and CEO to develop overall marketing strategy, creative direction
- Coordinated content scheduling across Facebook and Instagram to grow the brand's social media audience
- Assisted in developing marketing content and managed project timelines, analytics, and performance insights
- Created graphic assets using Canva and Figma for social media and web advertising
Education
Certificate in Digital Marketing With Internship -
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2022
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Meiji Gakuin University
Tokyo, Japan03-2020
Certificate in Digital Marketing & Communications -
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA03-2022
Certificate in Project Management -
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA12-2021
Skills
- News Writing
- Gathering information
- Building professional relationships
- Fact-checking
- Copywriting and editing
- Audience engagement
- Fluent in Japanese and English
- Public and media relations
- Photography
Timeline
United Nations Correspondent
Nikkei America
04.2023 - 06.2025
Macroeconomics & Finance Reporter
Nikkei America
08.2022 - Current
Digital Marketing Internship
GYUTAN TSUKASA USA, INC.
03.2022 - 06.2022
Certificate in Digital Marketing With Internship -
University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Meiji Gakuin University
Certificate in Digital Marketing & Communications -
University of California, Irvine
Certificate in Project Management -
University of California, Irvine