About
Kristie Boswell is a multidisciplinary professional whose work bridges project management, ESL instruction, Japanese-to-English translation, and creative writing. With experience teaching diverse learners across international and online settings, managing multilingual content for global audiences, and adapting Japanese media with clarity and nuance, she brings together strong communication, cultural fluency, and an organized, audience-first approach. Her background includes freelance English instruction, social media and localization work for Abyssal Chronicles, and cross-cultural education through Japan’s JET Program, where she taught hundreds of students while building programs that strengthened engagement and international exchange. Grounded in both business and creativity, Kristie’s work is defined by thoughtful structure, careful wording, and a genuine commitment to helping ideas connect across languages, communities, and formats.
Résumé
Kristina L. Boswell
SUMMARY
Multidisciplinary English instructor with extensive experience teaching diverse learners across international, higher education, and online environments. Specializes in academic English, business communication, and standardized exam preparation for TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, and EIKEN. Skilled in developing culturally responsive curricula informed by Japanese and global perspectives. Experienced coordinating multi-level instruction, managing international classrooms, and supporting students in achieving measurable learning outcomes. Strong background in cross-cultural communication, student engagement, and content development for a variety of learning formats. Highly proficient in designing assessments, delivering individualized feedback, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Committed to advancing language proficiency and global awareness in both in-person and virtual classroom settings.
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Taught and mentored a global student base across 5+ time zones, maintaining high academic performance and learner satisfaction.
- Prepared students for TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, and EIKEN with consistently improved test results and successful exam completions.
- Tripled participation in a high school English Club through interactive, culturally relevant programming.
- Coached students who secured 1st–4th place rankings in district-level English speech competitions for three consecutive years.
- Designed and launched a 50+ participant international pen pal exchange program connecting Japanese students with U.S. universities.
- Recognized as a Japanese Kizuna Ambassador for promoting intercultural communication and educational exchange.
EXPERIENCE
English Language Instructor, Freelance, Remote, 03/2019–Present
- Delivers personalized instruction for Conversational English, Business English, academic writing, and standardized test preparation (TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, EIKEN).
- Develops custom lesson plans and culturally responsive teaching materials tailored to diverse learner backgrounds and proficiency levels.
- Evaluates student writing, presentations, and assessments while providing actionable, individualized feedback.
- Teaches learners ranging from adolescents to adult professionals, maintaining consistent engagement and measurable progress.
- Coordinates global class schedules, learning goals, and communication across multiple time zones.
Social Media Manager, Abyssal Chronicles, Remote, 09/2018–Present
- Adapts Japanese-language content into accessible English articles for an international audience.
- Creates educational and informational posts to support reader comprehension and engagement.
- Applies writing, editing, and language simplification skills to produce clear, audience-appropriate material.
Assistant Language Teacher, Gunma Prefectural Board of Education, Takasaki, Japan, 07/2014–07/2017
- Taught English to 800+ students across two public senior high schools through the JET Program, collaborating closely with Japanese educators.
- Designed and delivered daily lessons covering literature, communication skills, American history, and cross-cultural studies.
- Integrated project-based learning, including an English karuta deck creation activity reflecting student-driven content.
- Expanded participation in English Club from minimal membership to over three times its size through engaging and inclusive programming.
- Coordinated an international pen-pal exchange with U.S. universities, facilitating authentic communicative practice.
- Coached students who placed in district English speech contests for multiple consecutive years.
SKILLS
Teaching & Curriculum Development: Lesson Planning, Curriculum Design, Learning Assessments, Academic Writing Instruction, Second Language Acquisition, Inclusive Pedagogy, Classroom Management
ESL & Cross-Cultural Instruction: Conversational English, Business English, Standardized Test Prep (TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, EIKEN), Intercultural Communication, Japanese Cultural Competency
Tools & Technology: Google Classroom, Teams/Online Teaching Platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, LMS Platforms, Educational Content Creation
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Master of Business Administration (Marketing), College of Charleston, Charleston, SC, 08/2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (Management), University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 05/2010
CERTIFICATIONS:
- Notary Public of South Carolina, 2019.
- Japanese Kizuna Ambassador, July 2017.
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (120 hours), February 2015.
- Teaching Business English (50 hours), February 2015.
- Certified Global Business Professional, May 2013.
- Magna Cum Laude on National Latin Exams I-III, 2003-2006.
Kristina L. Boswell
SUMMARY
Multidisciplinary professional with experience coordinating multilingual, cross-cultural projects across education, media, and marketing. Skilled in Japanese-to-English content translation and adaptation for global audiences. Experienced managing schedules, deliverables, and communications across multiple time zones. Strong background in community engagement, creative content workflows, and stakeholder collaboration. Proven ability to create structured processes, track progress, and maintain quality standards. Currently studying for JLPT N2 to advance Japanese comprehension and localization expertise. Seeking to transition into localization project coordination within the gaming and creative media industry.
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Managed end-to-end operations for a global student base across 5+ time zones while maintaining high satisfaction and retention rates.
- Translated and adapted Japanese game-related news for an audience of 10k+ followers, improving engagement across multiple platforms.
- Increased English Club participation through culturally relevant programming and structured activity planning.
- Coached students who secured 1st–4th place rankings in district-level English speech competitions for three consecutive years.
- Launched and coordinated a 50+ participant international pen-pal exchange program between Japan and U.S. universities.
- Partnered with Bandai Namco ambassadors to drive community interaction through contests and prerelease review initiatives.
EXPERIENCE
English Language Instructor, Freelance, Remote, 03/2019–Present
- Coordinates personalized learning schedules, deliverables, and progress tracking for students across international time zones.
- Specializes in teaching Conversational and Business English, as well as preparing students to take TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, and EIKEN examinations.
- Develop and adapt English learning materials using culturally appropriate references, including Japanese pop culture and media.
- Provides editing, proofreading, and content evaluation services for academic, business, and creative writing.
- Maintains client relationships and manages communication pipelines to ensure timely updates and consistent quality.
Social Media Manager, Abyssal Chronicles, Remote, 09/2018–Present
- Translates and localizes Japanese news, livestream content, and game updates into English for global fans.
- Creates, schedules, and publishes media assets and announcements across platforms reaching 10k+ followers.
- Collaborates with Bandai Namco brand ambassadors and stakeholders to coordinate campaigns, contests, and prerelease content reviews.
- Monitors analytics and adjust content strategy to maximize engagement and maintain community quality standards.
Assistant Language Teacher, Gunma Prefectural Board of Education, Takasaki, Japan, 07/2014–07/2017
- Selected to participate in one of Japan’s largest cultural exchange programs (JET) run by three Japanese government ministries as the only non-Japanese English teacher at two public senior high schools.
- Designed and executed lesson plans, media content, and student activities for 800+ learners across two high schools with themes including American history, pop culture, and literature, culminating in each group producing an English karuta deck representative of their class.
- Managed cross-cultural communication and collaborated with Japanese faculty to align goals and expectations.
- Organized and tracked participation in English Club, tripling membership and activity consistency.
- Coordinated an international pen pal exchange initiative involving 50+ students, ensuring timely communication and smooth execution with universities in the USA.
- Coached 1st-4th place students in Fujioka District English Speech Contest (2014-2016).
SKILLS
Project Management: Task & Timeline Management, Cross-functional Coordination, Process Improvement, Risk Awareness, Scope Clarification, Scheduling Across Time Zones, Deliverable Tracking
Localization & Communication: Japanese-to-English Translation, Cultural Adaptation, Copy Editing, Quality Review, Stakeholder Communication, Customer Relationship Management
Tools & Technology: Microsoft Office Suite, Social Media Management Tools, Google Workspace, Adobe Photoshop
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Master of Business Administration (Marketing), College of Charleston, Charleston, SC, 08/2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (Management), University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 05/2010
CERTIFICATIONS:
- Notary Public of South Carolina, 2019.
- Japanese Kizuna Ambassador, July 2017.
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (120 hours), February 2015.
- Teaching Business English (50 hours), February 2015.
- Certified Global Business Professional, May 2013.
- Magna Cum Laude on National Latin Exams I-III, 2003-2006.
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Kristina L. Boswell
SUMMARY
Social media and content professional with experience managing digital communities, creating platform-specific content, and coordinating campaigns for global audiences. Proven ability to grow and engage online communities through strategic posting, visual design, and culturally relevant storytelling. Experienced translating and adapting Japanese-language content for English-speaking audiences. Skilled in managing content calendars, analytics, and cross-platform publishing. Strong collaborator with experience working alongside brand ambassadors, creators, and external partners. Background in education and communication, bringing clarity, consistency, and audience-focused messaging to digital content. Seeking a social media management role within creative media, gaming, or brand-driven organizations.
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Managed and grew a multi-platform fan community reaching 10k+ followers.
- Translated and adapted Japanese gaming news and livestream content to increase engagement among English-speaking audiences.
- Coordinated promotional campaigns and contests with brand ambassadors and external partners.
- Designed and published original graphics and branded posts to strengthen audience interaction.
- Maintained consistent posting schedules while balancing multiple content streams.
- Partnered with Bandai Namco ambassadors to drive community interaction through contests and prerelease review initiatives.
EXPERIENCE
Social Media Manager, Abyssal Chronicles, Remote, 09/2018–Present
- Manages day-to-day social media operations across multiple platforms, including content planning, posting, and audience engagement.
- Translates and localize Japanese news, announcements, and livestream highlights into accessible English content.
- Creates original visual assets and branded graphics using Canva and Adobe Photoshop.
- Collaborates with Bandai Namco brand ambassadors to coordinate campaigns, contests, and prerelease content.
- Tracks engagement metrics and adjust posting strategy to optimize reach, interaction, and community growth.
English Language Instructor, Freelance, Remote, 03/2019–Present
- Develops clear, audience-focused written and visual materials for global learners.
- Provides editing and copy refinement to ensure tone, clarity, and consistency across platforms.
- Manages communications and scheduling across multiple time zones, maintaining professional client relationships.
- Applies audience analysis techniques to adapt messaging for different demographics and proficiency levels.
Assistant Language Teacher, Gunma Prefectural Board of Education, Takasaki, Japan, 07/2014–07/2017
- Selected to participate in one of Japan’s largest cultural exchange programs (JET) run by three Japanese government ministries as the only non-Japanese English teacher at two public senior high schools.
- Designed and executed lesson plans, media content, and student activities for 800+ learners across two high schools with themes including American history, pop culture, and literature, culminating in each group producing an English karuta deck representative of their class.
- Managed cross-cultural communication and collaborated with Japanese faculty to align goals and expectations.
- Organized and tracked participation in English Club, tripling membership and activity consistency.
- Coordinated an international pen pal exchange initiative involving 50+ students, ensuring timely communication and smooth execution with universities in the USA.
- Coached 1st-4th place students in Fujioka District English Speech Contest (2014-2016).
SKILLS
Social Media & Content Strategy: Content Planning, Editorial Calendars, Community Management, Brand Voice Development, Audience Engagement, Campaign Coordination, Analytics Interpretation
Content Creation & Localization: Copywriting, Japanese-to-English Translation, Cultural Adaptation, Visual Content Creation, Storytelling, Hashtag Strategy
Tools & Platforms: Microsoft Office Suite, Social Media Management Tools, Google Workspace, Adobe Photoshop
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Master of Business Administration (Marketing), College of Charleston, Charleston, SC, 08/2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (Management), University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, 05/2010
CERTIFICATIONS:
- Notary Public of South Carolina, 2019.
- Japanese Kizuna Ambassador, July 2017.
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (120 hours), February 2015.
- Teaching Business English (50 hours), February 2015.
- Certified Global Business Professional, May 2013.
- Magna Cum Laude on National Latin Exams I-III, 2003-2006.