Scott Takeda, a native of Colorado, embarked on a television career in 1990, commencing as a television news reporter in Pocatello, Idaho, for KIDK, marking the beginning of a journey that would take him to various newsrooms across the country.
Subsequently, his career path led him to Ohio, where he worked for WTOL, a renowned news organization, contributing his skills and expertise to the team.
Following this stint, Takeda relocated to Denver, Colorado, where he became an integral part of the KCNC team, further honing his craft and expanding his professional network.
Eventually, his career trajectory brought him to Philadelphia, where he served as a producer-photojournalist for WPHL, applying his skills in a new capacity and taking on new challenges in the world of television news.
Noted television journalist, Takeda, made a profound impact during his illustrious career, garnering recognition in the form of prestigious regional Emmy awards, a testament to his exceptional skill and dedication to his craft.
Furthermore, he achieved the esteemed distinction of being crowned "Photographer of the Year" not once, but an impressive two times, a remarkable feat that speaks volumes about his unwavering passion and unwavering commitment to excellence in his field.
Throughout his tenure as a TV journalist, Takeda consistently demonstrated his mastery of his craft, earning the respect and admiration of his peers and the admiration of his audience, a true testament to his enduring legacy in the world of television journalism.
In the year 1995, he made the decision to join the esteemed team responsible for producing segments for the highly acclaimed and Emmy-award winning syndicated children's show, a program that catered specifically to a youthful audience.
For a period of three consecutive seasons, he was actively involved in the production of this children's show, contributing his skills and expertise to ensure its continued success.
Interestingly, during this same time frame, he also saw fit to establish his own production company, a venture that would go on to produce a documentary film of great significance.
The documentary in question was titled "The Holocaust: Colorado Remembers," a poignant and thought-provoking film that explored the experiences of those who lived through the tragic events of the Holocaust, with a specific focus on the recollections of individuals from the state of Colorado.
Through this documentary, he aimed to shed light on the importance of preserving the memories of those who were affected by this dark period in history, and to ensure that the lessons learned from it would not be forgotten.
Notable achievements of this esteemed individual, through his own production company, have resulted in an impressive haul of over thirty national Telly Awards, a testament to his exceptional creative prowess and dedication to his craft.
Takeda embarked on a remarkable journey in the world of acting, marking a significant milestone in his professional career with his national debut in the year 2001, where he portrayed the character of Sgt. Tai Lee in the esteemed Animal Planet series, aptly titled "Busted".
Currently, this talented individual has made a conscious decision to divide his time and energy between two distinct yet complementary pursuits, simultaneously honing his skills as an actor in front of the camera and as a creative force behind the scenes, where he brings his unique perspective and vision to the world of producing and writing.
