SUNJU MARVIN
Arlington,VA
Summary
Bilingual media and policy professional with experience coordinating international news coverage at JoongAng Ilbo’s Washington Bureau and conducting research on global economic and political issues. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Global Commerce and Policy at George Mason University, with a focus on trade, industrial policy, and international relations. Skilled in research, cross-cultural communication, and managing high-profile media logistics across government and diplomatic settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
News Coordinator
JTBC-JoongAng Ilbo
06.2024 - Current
- Manage scheduling, research, and communication with press centers to support timely and accurate international news reporting
- Supported coverage of high-profile political and economic events by managing interview logistics and verifying policy-related data
- Assisted correspondents on-site during major assignments, including the 2024 U.S. presidential debate and union coverage, by gathering background information and supporting live reporting
- Contributed to story development by providing background research and policy analysis for international news features
- Hold official press credentials for the U.S. Congress, Department of State, and the White House, enabling direct access to high-level briefings and events
Recruiter
Smart Insurance by Solomon Agency
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Training 100+ agents about Medicare and Insurance
- Supported day-to-day operations and ensured compliance with state insurance regulations to maintain client and agent satisfaction
- Recruited bilingual insurance agents through effective interpersonal outreach and trust-building
Piano Teacher
Lessons in Your Home
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided classical piano and music theory instruction to 15+ students, designing tailored lesson plans and organizing student recitals with 40+ attendees.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback.
English Teacher
Free-I Academy
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Delivered English lessons to 80 basic-, intermediate-, and advanced-level students
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
English Teacher
Haenam Academy
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Delivered English lessons to 40 basic- and intermediate-level students
- Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and effective communication skills.
Korean Teacher
Chang’an Korean Academy
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Delivered Korean lessons to 60 university-level students
- Prepared students for the advanced Korean proficiency exam (TOPIK)
Student Trainee Reporter
Korea JoongAng “Central” Daily
03.2016 - 07.2017
- Produced policy-oriented articles on legal reform and stateless children that generated over 50,000 combined online views and were cited in follow-up coverage by JoongAng Ilbo and JTBC.
- Supported senior reporters by conducting interviews with legal experts and compiling data for investigative reports on justice system reform.
Education
Master’s Degree - Global Commerce and Policy
George Mason University
Arlington, VA09.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Chinese Language and Literature
Shaanxi Normal University
Xian, China03.2022
English Language And Academic Writing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA03.2023
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Multitasking and organization
- Point of contact
- Report writing
- Problem-solving
- Clear communication
- Stakeholder management
- Scheduling
Languages
Korean (native fluency)
English (professional proficiency, Duolingo 120)
Chinese (professional proficiency, HSK5)
Timeline
News Coordinator
JTBC-JoongAng Ilbo
06.2024 - Current
Recruiter
Smart Insurance by Solomon Agency
03.2024 - 06.2024
Piano Teacher
Lessons in Your Home
09.2023 - 01.2024
English Teacher
Free-I Academy
12.2021 - 12.2022
English Teacher
Haenam Academy
02.2021 - 09.2021
Korean Teacher
Chang’an Korean Academy
10.2018 - 12.2019
Student Trainee Reporter
Korea JoongAng “Central” Daily
03.2016 - 07.2017
Master’s Degree - Global Commerce and Policy
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts - Chinese Language and Literature
Shaanxi Normal University
English Language And Academic Writing
Northern Virginia Community College
Selected Media Contribution
[Bylined Articles]
- "해리스, 중동전쟁 길어지면 타격" "트럼프, 선거전 소송이 변수" [美대선 D-30] (“Harris Could Be Weakened by Prolonged Middle East Conflict; Trump Faces Legal Battles as Election Wildcard”), 10/3/2024
- [단독] "트럼프 2기, 거래하거나 잡아먹거나…韓은 그 중간" [트럼프 100일] ([Exclusive] “Trump’s Second Term: Deal or Devour—Korea Stuck in the Middle”), 4/28/2025
- 美부모들 "미친 관세" 성났다…트럼프, 유모차·젖병에 무릎 꿇나 (“U.S. Parents Outraged Over ‘Crazy Tariffs’; Trump May Bow to Pressure on Baby Goods”), 5/8/2025
- "80년의 핵억제 언제든 깨질 수도…김정은, 미·중 도발자될 것" [창간기획 60 세계 석학에게서 듣다] (Eighty Years of Nuclear Deterrence Could Collapse Anytime; Kim Jong-un Emerging as a U.S.-China Provocateur”), 9/14/2025
- 트럼프 "ICE 총격 배후는 급진좌파…이번주 안티파 해체 행정명령" (“Trump Blames Radical Left for ICE Shooting, Orders Antifa Dissolution This Week”), 9/25/2025
[Media Contributions (Research & Coordination)]
- 토론 장외전도 후끈…“트럼프 때 살인율 30% 늘어” “바이든 고령·인지력 걱정” [미 대선 첫 TV토론], 6/27/2024, Contributed to JoongAng Ilbo’s coverage of the first 2024 U.S. presidential debate in Atlanta through research and field support
- 바이든 첫 발언에 민주당 경악…트럼프는 미소지었다 [미 대선 첫 TV토론] , 6/28/2024, Assisted in field reporting and on-site coverage of the first 2024 U.S. presidential debate in Atlanta, conducting background research on key debate topics for JoongAng Ilbo.
- "해리스 일자리 비전 못 알렸다…트럼프는 노조 불안감 파고들어" [미 대선 D-5 | 최대 산별노조에 물었다] , 10/30/2024, Coordinated and facilitated an interview with USW spokesperson Jess Kamm for JoongAng Ilbo’s U.S. election coverage
- 지미 카터 '국가 장례식' 엄수…전·현직 대통령 모두 '집결', 1/10/2025, Supported JTBC correspondents on-site at President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral
- 40년만의 실내 취임식…입장권 25만장 뿌렸는데 결국 600명뿐 [트럼프 취임식 D-1] , 1/19/2025, Arranged press access and coordinated logistics for JoongAng Ilbo’s coverage of President Trump’s inauguration in Washington, D.C.
- "빌어먹을 트럼프, 美 싸구려 와인 안먹어!" 캐나다가 화났다 [르포], 2/4/2025 , Coordinated logistics and facilitated interviews for JoongAng Ilbo’s field reporting in Canada on trade disputes
- "가격 오르기 전에 서두르자" 현대차 딜러숍 몰려간 미국인들 , 4/1/2025, Participated in field reporting and conducted interviews with U.S. consumers at Hyundai dealerships
- 14세 소녀 "안돼! 쏘지마!"…해병대 투입에 더 성난 LA 시위 [르포] ,6/10/2025, Arranged logistics and press access for JoongAng Ilbo’s field coverage of protests in Los Angeles
Special Interests
classical piano