Hana Sato Thomas
About Hana Sato Thomas
Hana Sato Thomas serves as the Executive Director of Talent at FIG in New York, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in creative management and talent direction, she has accumulated extensive experience across various advertising firms.
Current Role at FIG
Hana Sato Thomas serves as the Executive Director of Talent at FIG, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition and management strategies within the organization. Her work focuses on enhancing the company's creative workforce and ensuring alignment with FIG's business objectives. Based in New York, she has contributed to the company's growth and development in the competitive talent landscape.
Previous Experience in Advertising
Hana Sato Thomas has extensive experience in the advertising industry. She worked at DiNoto Advertising as an Administrative Assistant from 2006 to 2009. She then transitioned to Deutsch, where she held various roles, including Creative Manager and Project Manager. Her tenure at McCann New York included positions as Creative Talent Director and Associate Director of Creative Services. Additionally, she worked as a Creative Manager and Recruiter at Barton F. Graf 9000, LLC. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of talent management in creative environments.
Entrepreneurial Venture
In 2019, Hana Sato Thomas founded Surface Gild Studio, where she served as the Owner until 2020. This venture allowed her to explore her creative vision and apply her expertise in talent management within a business context. The experience contributed to her understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by creative professionals.
Educational Background
Hana Sato Thomas began her higher education at Skidmore College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2002 to 2006. She has continued her studies at Kanda University of International Studies since 2004, further enhancing her knowledge and skills relevant to her career in talent management and creative services.