HELLO I’M

Maya Leavey

ART DIRECTOR BASED IN TOKYO, JAPAN

ABOUT ME

I’m a bilingual Art director based in Tokyo, Japan. From design to strategy and art direction I bridge the language gap to craft messages that resonate. My design style reflects an international sensibility, appealing to those who value a modern and global aesthetic. Paired with what I do best at bridging the gap between Japanese and international markets, I offer creative services to ensure your brand resonates with your target audience, regardless of cultural or linguistic barriers. Proficient in using industry standard design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Native level Japanese and English.

A few personal touches: I have a thing for fish (you might notice from my logo), I love escaping the Tokyo summer, and I often unwind by sketching little scribbles.

FREELANCE VENTURES

I'm part of two freelance ventures, both in an art director role. Beyond creative direction, I connect clients with a trusted network of collaborators, offering end-to-end services from branding and strategy to production and digital marketing. This flexible setup lets me build tailored teams and solutions for each project's unique needs.

SOCIAL SLICE

Freelance Collective

We are a dynamic freelance collective based in Japan, offering full-scope creative direction. From strategy and branding to design implementation. We craft visual identities, websites, packaging, and marketing assets that resonate across audiences.


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MASTER TIER

Digital Marketing

Master Tier is a digital marketing agency for English-speaking and global businesses in Japan, offering full-stack strategies like PPC, SEO. I provide creative support tailored to the Japanese market, crafting web content and design that boost digital presence and performance.

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PROJECTS

From branding and web design to on-set art direction, packaging, and localised content, I provide versatile design services tailored to each project. Here are a few examples of my past work.

Green Nation Life Japan

Website Design
Social Media

JORD Fragrances

Art Direction
Packaging Design

Bark & Branch

Art Direction
Packaging Design

Euro Japan

Website Design
Editorial

Dreams

Art Direction

Nostalgic Cards

Website Design

Housing Japan

Art Direction
Website Design
Branding

N99

Localisation

Raintree Nishi-Azabu

Art Direction
Website Design
Localisation

Kinship & Love

Art Direction
Social Media

Odyssey

Personal Project
Art Direction
Branding

Mirasol

Personal Project
Art Direction
Branding