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JUNHA KIM

JUNHA KIM

Chicago,IL

Summary

Aspiring fashion designer with a multidisciplinary background in art, cultural theory, and leadership, blending conceptual depth with technical execution. Experienced in independently producing solo exhibitions that explore themes of identity, power, and coexistence, alongside hands-on skills in garment design, textile manipulation, and digital illustration. Proven ability to lead under pressure through military service as a squad leader and to collaborate across creative and operational roles—whether backstage as a dresser or in the classroom as an English instructor. Fluent in Korean and English, with a strong interest in gender-inclusive, socially conscious design that challenges conventional aesthetics. Currently pursuing a BFA in Fashion Design at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, with the ambition to bring narrative-driven, modern collections to progressive fashion houses

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Digital Marketing Intern

SKINWORLD US
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Supported social media planning and content creation, contributing to a 9% increase in Instagram profile visits and approx. 5% follower growth over 3 months
  • Assisted with website visual updates and UX touchpoints, correlating with a 6% increase in monthly web traffic during the internship period
  • Helped design visual assets for digital campaigns and seasonal promotions, supporting a small but noticeable uptick in product page conversions
  • Produced banners, story visuals, and email graphics consistent with brand guidelines and campaign timelines
  • Created engaging content for Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram.

Military Service (Sergeant, Honorably Discharged)

Republic of Korea Army, 55th Division
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Led a fire support squad specializing in K-4 automatic grenade launchers, managing readiness, field training, and coordination under the Ground Operations Command
  • Represented the brigade as Official Flag Bearer during the 75th Armed Forces Day National Ceremony , a national-level event hosted by the Ministry of National Defense
  • Served as Operations Assistant at the ROKA–U.S. Freedom Shield Joint Command Headquarters , receiving a Commendation for outstanding execution and collaboration
  • Completed a 100KM endurance march , awarded the Division Commander's Citation for physical and mental resilience
  • Participated in flood disaster relief and MIA remains recovery missions , contributing to both civic service and historical preservation
  • Served as squad leader in both K-4 section and combat support platoon.

English Instructor

Soomgo
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Taught business and conversational English to adult professionals from various industries
  • Customized lessons to meet individual learning goals, focusing on speaking, writing, and presentation skills
  • Designed interactive curriculum materials and provided performance feedback for continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago
05-2027

Skills

  • Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign (Proficient)
  • Digital Fashion Illustration & Flat Technical Drawing
  • Garment Construction: Draping, Pattern Drafting (manual & CAD)
  • Fabric Research & Textile Manipulation (eg, laser-cut, dyeing, layering)
  • Color Theory & Minimalist Palette Development
  • Collection Planning: Concept-to-Completion Execution
  • Gender-fluid & Inclusive Design Language
  • Storytelling through Visual Narrative & Garment Form
  • Awareness of Sociocultural Themes: Religion, Identity, Power Structures
  • Cross-cultural Communication (Fluent in Korean & English)
  • Understanding of Sustainable Practices in Material Use & Design Ethos
  • Creative Leadership & Independent Project Execution (3 solo exhibitions)
  • Fashion Show Production Support (Dresser, backstage operations)
  • Curriculum Development & Public Speaking (English instructor for adults)
  • Military-honed discipline, teamwork, and resilience (ROKA squad leader)

Certification

Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Certificate Coursera (in collaboration with Google) | Completed April 2025

  • Acquired core skills in digital advertising, analytics, and e-commerce strategy
  • Developed hands-on knowledge of platforms including Google Ads, GA4, Shopify, and Mailchimp
  • Gained experience creating marketing campaigns, measuring KPIs, and interpreting consumer behavior data
  • Applied concepts of branding, conversion funnel, and customer retention to real-world case projects

Awards

Merit Honor Scholarship , School of the Art Institute of Chicago – Awarded for academic achievement and design excellence (2020–Present)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Korean
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Digital Marketing Intern

SKINWORLD US
05.2025 - 08.2025

Military Service (Sergeant, Honorably Discharged)

Republic of Korea Army, 55th Division
01.2023 - 07.2024

English Instructor

Soomgo
05.2020 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

School of The Art Institute of Chicago