HWAJUNG HONG
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Brand & Visual Designer with a strong foundation in UX/UI design, branding, and communication strategy seeking to grow within a creative organization that values innovation and sustainability. Skilled in developing brand identities, digital interfaces, and storytelling-based campaigns that align design thinking with business goals. Experienced in managing projects, coordinating exhibitions, and crafting cohesive visual narratives that connect brands with their audiences. Adept at collaborating across disciplines and turning conceptual ideas into tangible impactful results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Web Coordinator
Navyzebra-bankcard Services
Torrance, CA
03.2026 - Current
* Managed and updated website content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely updates
* Coordinated with design and marketing teams to implement web campaigns and promotions
* Maintained product listings, images, and descriptions for e-commerce platforms
* Assisted in website layout updates and UI improvements using CMS tools
* Monitored website performance and user experience, identifying areas for improvement
* Ensured brand consistency across all web pages and digital assets
* Supported SEO efforts by updating keywords, meta tags, and page structures
* Troubleshot basic website issues and collaborated with developers when needed
Server & Kitchen Assistant (Part-time)
Korean BBQ Restaurant
Melbourne, Australia
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided friendly and efficient service in a fast-paced multicultural restaurant environment.
- Assisted with food preparation, table service, and order coordination while improving English communication and teamwork skills.
- Gained practical understanding of customer experience and service design, inspiring interest in user-centered art and storytelling.
Crew Member (Part-time)
Norang Gangjeong Sajji Baseball Stadium
Busan, South Korea
03.2025 - 07.2022
- Operated the store and managed customer service during busy baseball game days.
- Created branding and advertising design projects inspired by this experience—combining themes of fried chicken and baseball—which received excellent academic evaluation.
- Integrated real-life insights from part-time work into creative promotional design and storytelling.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Visual Communication Design (Minor in Interior Architecture Design)
Tongmyong University
Busan, South Korea02.2024
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator (Advanced)
- Adobe Photoshop (Advanced)
- Adobe InDesign (Intermediate)
- Figma (Intermediate)
- Adobe After Effects (Intermediate)
- Adobe Premiere Pro (Intermediate)
- Excel (Intermediate)
- PowerPoint (Advanced)
- CAD (Intermediate)
- SketchUp (Intermediate)
- Java (Intermediate)
Certification
- Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint (Office 2016) — Microsoft Certified (Issued August 2025)
- Microsoft Office Specialist Expert Excel (Office 2016) — Microsoft Certified (Issued August 2025)
- Microsoft Certified Fundamentals AI-900 Azure AI Fundamentals — Microsoft Certified (Issued January 2025)
- Adobe Certified Professional Visual Designing Adobe Photoshop 2020 — Adobe Certified (Issued June 2021)
- Adobe Certified Professional Graphic Design & Illustration using Adobe Illustrator 2020 — Adobe Certified (Issued June 2021)
- Driver’s License (Class 2, South Korea) — Issued by National Police Agency (Valid Oct 2020)
Skills & Certificates
Korean
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Activities
- Participated in CTL-organized academic and creative programs, strengthening collaboration, communication, and self-directed learning skills.
- Completed a project-based Do-ing Semester program, where I designed and developed an original KakaoTalk emoticon series, earning the Excellence Award for creativity and design.
- Engaged in design showcases and academic exchange activities through CTL Festival, presenting creative works and collaborating with peers.
- Improved academic performance and subject understanding through a structured peer tutoring program, developing effective learning and problem-solving strategies.
Timeline
Web Coordinator
Navyzebra-bankcard Services
03.2026 - Current
Crew Member (Part-time)
Norang Gangjeong Sajji Baseball Stadium
03.2025 - 07.2022
Server & Kitchen Assistant (Part-time)
Korean BBQ Restaurant
03.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor's degree - Visual Communication Design (Minor in Interior Architecture Design)
Tongmyong University