Heewon Kang

Linkdin

hiandwon@gmail.com

+82 10-8915-8762

Currently in the Greater Seoul area, South Korea (Open to remote work and relocation depending on work conditions)

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication Design, Kookmin University, 2011-2017 (Completed coursework in graphic design, typography, photography, motion graphics, interaction design, etc.) (Additional coursework in the Department of Film and Korean Language: Screenwriting, Experimental Film Theory, Poetry Writing.)

  • Completed the CalArts UI/UX Design Specialization online course in 2019

Skills
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and Final Cut Pro, Motion

  • Basic knowledge of Figma and Blender

  • Digital drawing (Procreate, Photoshop)

  • Video production experience, including visual/creative planning, shooting, editing and art direction

  • Experience working in a business environment in the US with English communication

  • Experience in managing internal and external collaborative projects

  • Proficient in Google Docs, MS Office, Hangul (Korean Word)

Communication Skills

Work Experience

News/Infographic Designer

KBS LINK

09.2023 — Present

  • Graphic design for economic and general news programs

  • Creation of graphs and infographic materials

  • Photo retouching and image creation for news graphics

  • Development of program graphics in accordance with design guidelines

Brand Visual Designer

Korean Ginseng Corp. (US) LINK

02.2022 — 08.2023

  • Management of brand design systems and content localization

  • Development and design of local market brand and product visual concepts

  • Creation of PR materials (photo/video, infographics, etc.)

  • Design and production management of promotional posters, leaflets, brochures, and event materials

  • Creation of brand and detailed page images for e-commerce platforms (Amazon and company’s online store)

  • Content marketing design for social media, blogs, and emails

Content Producer

VentaVR LINK

01.2020 — 01.2022

  • End-to-end production of video content, including planning, shooting, and post-production, as a producer

  • Preparation of content proposals and planning documents

  • Directing talent, art, and CG

  • Project assistance including management of team, schedule, and budget

  • Experience in producing content across various genres, including K-pop entertainment, industry, and education

Key Projects

HSW

New Product Brand Design

Korean Red Ginseng US

Brand Localization

DuuDuu

Interactive Historical Education Content

Certificates

UX Design Fundamentals
Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture