Marin Y.
About Marin Y.
Marin Y. is a Marketing Coordinator for Japan at Sesame Workshop, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in social work and psychology, and has held various roles in project coordination and advocacy, particularly in relation to autism awareness.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Marin Y. has been with Sesame Workshop since 2016, initially serving as an Administrative Assistant in the Special Projects Department for seven months. In 2017, Marin transitioned to the role of Project Coordinator, where she has worked for seven years. In 2018, she took on the position of Marketing Coordinator for Japan. In this capacity, she coordinates project launches, events, and workshops, and manages the Sesame Street Clinic Membership Programs for pediatric medical and dental clinics in Japan. Marin acts as a liaison between Japanese partners and Sesame Workshop to ensure operational objectives are met.
Education and Expertise
Marin Y. holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University, where she studied from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Boston, completing her studies from 2011 to 2014. Her educational background supports her work in marketing and project coordination, particularly in the context of social initiatives and community engagement.
Background in Communication and Advocacy
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Marin Y. gained experience as a Communication and Advocacy Intern with the International Movement ATD Fourth World in New York from 2015 to 2016. She also worked as a Program Development Officer at Dearest, Inc. for two months in 2016. These roles contributed to her skills in communication and project management, which she applies in her current position.
Project Development Initiatives
In her role at Sesame Workshop, Marin Y. has developed significant projects, including the Autism Awareness project in collaboration with the Japanese national Autism Awareness Committee for World Autism Awareness Day. This initiative highlights her commitment to addressing social issues through educational programming and community outreach.