Naoko Tajima.

Director Naoko has directed more than 400 TV commercials, films, branded content and music videos, bringing a distinctive storytelling sensibility and an ability to move fluidly between emotional drama, beauty, comedy, fashion and lifestyle. Her work is driven by visual excellence, emotional resonance and a strong commitment to her own creative voice. Her films, as both director and cinematographer, have been recognised at festivals including Cannes, Hollywood, Moondance, Cairo, Short Shorts Film Festival and Honolulu.

Her award-winning advertising work includes Amazon’s “Lion Dog,” which aired across Japan, the US and Europe and received many honours. Naoko has also served as a jury member for leading international creative festivals including Cannes Lions, Spikes Asia, The One Show, AICP, CICLOPE and the Gerety Awards.