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Maxime Godin

35 yo • Tokyo, JP • French (native), English (native level), Japanese (fluent)

Finance grad with 10 years in music streaming, specialized in the Japanese market and 5 years + of full-stack development. Skilled in both business strategy and tech development...

Finance graduate with 10 years of experience in music streaming, specialized in the Japanese market, and with 5 years of full-stack development experience. I started my career with a strong business background, and through entrepreneurial projects, I expanded my skills in product and web development. Now, as a seasoned Full-Stack Developer with a specialization in Next.js and Expo, I offer a unique mix of technical skills and business insight in the realm of rapid-paced web and mobile development. I possess a profound understanding of contemporary technologies and frameworks, continuously striving to remain at the forefront of industry advancements. My education in finance, combined with my experience in music streaming and Japan market entry consulting, has sharpened my skills in not just building, but also strategically thinking with the end-user in mind.

Skills

Entrepreneurial skills

Japan entry consulting

Business Strategy

Financial modeling

Data analytics

Product & web engineering

Product localization

Full-Stack engineering

Mobile development

UI/UX

Typescript

React/Next.Js

React Native/Expo

MongoDB

Tailwind CSS

Supabase

Other

Music production (Ableton)

Video Editing (Adobe Premiere)

Live Concert Production

Experience

Qobuz Jan 2021current

Japan market entry and product localization consultant

Tokyo, Japan

Qobuz Jan 2021current

Japan market entry and product localization consultant

Product localizationMarket entry

Spearheaded the integration and localization of Qobuz's download and streaming services for the Japanese market, following the acquisition of local high-res download service: e-onkyo music. Led a cross-cultural team to adapt the platform to align with the unique preferences and trends of the Japanese audience. Focused on cultural adaptation, content localization, and technology integration to ensure a seamless user experience.

https://qobuz.com

Forgigs Jan 2020current

Founder & CTO

Tokyo, Japan / Paris, France

Forgigs Jan 2020current

Founder & CTO

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While I was working for nearly 10 years in music streaming, I noticed a gap between the distribution side of the music industry and live performances. I set myself on a journey to bridge that gap and make it as easy for independent artists to organize tours as it is for them to distribute their music on streaming platforms. Forgigs streamlines the process of organizing tours for independent artists by offering one platform for artists, venues, promoters, bookers, and music fans, covering seamlessly everything from booking, ticketing, merchandising, tipping, settlements, and more...

https://forgigs.com

Jave Nov 2019Oct 2021

Head of Business Development

Tokyo, Japan / Paris, France

Jave Nov 2019Oct 2021

Head of Business Development

Business DevelopmentStreaming distributionProduct

JAVE is the podcast/media division of Japanese radio station J-WAVE, operating under the brand name Spinear. I oversaw relationships with key streaming platforms, enhancing J-WAVE's podcast distribution network. Provided advice on podcast production, aligning content strategy with market trends and platform capabilities.

https://spinear.com/

Tempura Jan 2020Jul 2023

CTO

Tokyo, Japan / Paris, France

Tempura Jan 2020Jul 2023

CTO

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Tempura Magazine, established in France in 2019, offers a unique exploration of Japanese culture and society, emphasizing underground and subcultural aspects. It combines in-depth journalism and strong visual identity to challenge common stereotypes about Japan, covering diverse and unconventional topics. I oversaw every digital aspect of the magazine, including the creation of a Shopify store, the creation of Tempura's landing page, and the creation and development of a full digital subscription platform.

https://tempuramag.com

Deezer Oct 2013Oct 2019

Head of Operations - Japan

Jan 2018Oct 2019

Tokyo, Japan

Expansion Manager

Jul 2015Dec 2017

London, UK

Project Manager

Oct 2013Jun 2015

Paris, France

Deezer Oct 2013Oct 2019

Product LocalizationInternational ExpansionMarket entrybusiness StrategyAd-salesProject Management

My career at Deezer began in the Ad Sales department within the Special Operations team in 2013, where I focused on project management, playing a key role in executing complex and innovative projects for renowned brands using the Deezer technology. I then transitioned to a strategic role in London, working under the Chief International Officer. In this capacity, I coordinated vital projects and special initiatives critical to Deezer's international expansion. In 2018 I led the launch of Deezer in Japan, project that I had championed and developed internally over several years.

https://deezer.com

NOVA Feb 2012Nov 2023

French Language Instructor

NOVA Feb 2012Nov 2023

French Language Instructor

HSBC Mar 2011Dec 2023

Personal Banker

HSBC Mar 2011Dec 2023

Personal Banker

Education

HEC Montreal Jan 2008Jan 2011

Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance option

Lycée Vauvenargues Jan 2008Jan 2010

Engineering preparation school, applied Mathematics and Physics

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