Layton Windust
@laytonwindust
I remotely coordinate travel operations and client workflows from Japan, delivering reliable SOPs, documentation, and end-to-end service.
What I'm looking for
I’m a self-directed remote coordinator with a proven track record managing high-value client programs end-to-end—from inquiry handling and itinerary building to invoicing and follow-up—entirely remotely from Japan. I build and maintain 10–20 internal SOPs using structured review processes, so work stays consistent, current, and scalable.
I’m also comfortable running multilingual client correspondence across email, WhatsApp, and Slack, and using practical tooling like Travefy, Flywire, and Mailchimp to streamline operations and communication. Alongside travel operations, I bring teaching experience delivering 30–37 lessons per week independently and supporting curriculum delivery, coaching, scheduling, and reporting.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Travel Advisor & Ops Coord
Kyushu Journeys
Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Independently managed high-value client programs (¥400,000–¥1.8M+ per booking) end-to-end, including inquiry handling, itinerary building, invoicing, and follow-up across multiple channels. Built and maintained 10–20 SOPs and coordinated bookings via Travefy and invoicing via Flywire, while iterating the website and running email/social campaigns.
English Language Instructor
NOVA Eikaiwa
Nov 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Delivered 30–37 lessons per week independently (in-person and online) for a regular base of 60–70 students, handling scheduling, planning, delivery, and reporting. Provided structured curriculum instruction, one-on-one coaching, and tailored support for diverse learner profiles including business professionals and children.
General Assistant
3 Sons Car Wash
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)
Performed daily site checks across multiple locations, recorded sales figures, monitored equipment, and flagged maintenance issues. Handled inbound customer service calls to support consistent operations.
Marketing & Operations Intern
Derbigum Americas
Jun 2019 - Feb 2020 (8 months)
Led a multi-month project to digitize decades of legacy paper records, improving organization and accessibility of stored information. Supported marketing campaigns and produced design assets while assisting with cross-department coordination.
Student Graphic Design Intern
Center for Food Security and Public Health
Aug 2017 - Mar 2018 (7 months)
Produced graphics and instructional materials for a Spanish-language online veterinary medicine course. Extended beyond the original term and contributed additional internal design work as needed.
ESL Tutor
Embarc Refugee Support Program
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Taught English to Burmese refugees through the EMBARC Refugee Support Program and continued privately with several students after the practicum ended. Delivered individualized tutoring based on student needs and learning progress.
Sales Associate
Walmart
Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 6 months)
Provided part-time customer service and handled cash responsibilities during university. Supported day-to-day retail operations through consistent, responsive assistance to customers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
International TEFL Academy
TESOL Certificate, TESOL
Completed a TESOL Certificate program at International TEFL Academy in 2022.
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
Earned a BFA in Graphic Design from Iowa State University in 2017.
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