Yul Shim
A Reason To Survive
Chicago,IL
3
Languages
2
years of professional experience
Creative and innovative student with passion for visual storytelling. Experienced in advocating for youth engagement and collaborating on community projects through 315 hours of dedicated volunteer service. Strong adaptability and organizational skills ensure deadlines are met with quality, contributing to impactful creative initiatives and artistic projects.
Work History
3C Youth Ambassador
1 Year 3 Months- Advocated for youth voices within the organization during planning meetings and discussions.
- Communicated effectively with participants to build trust and rapport during sessions.
- Contributed to portal development by providing insights that enhanced youth engagement strategies.
- Developed innovative and creative ideas and designs for portal development.
- Engaged in group sessions to foster teamwork and communication.
Intern
1 Month- Collaborated with artists to brainstorm and develop innovative concepts for creative projects for the one-act play written by Thelma Virata de Castro and presented by Asian Story Theater, Where We Lay Our Sorrows Down.
- Facilitated brainstorming sessions with team members to generate and refine creative ideas.
- Created puppets, props, soundscapes, and other elements used for the play.
- Organized workspace by decluttering and arranging tools to support efficient project execution.
- Ensured that deadlines were met while maintaining quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio - Animation
- Merit Scholarship Recipient
High School Diploma
- 2021-2025 Honor Roll
- 4-Year Perfect Attendance
- Awarded California State Seal of Biliteracy.
- Awarded Golden State Seal Merit Diploma.
- AP Courses: Human Geography, Chemistry, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, English Literature and Composition, English Language and Composition, Japanese Language and Culture, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics.
- Member of Newspaper Club as a Lead Artist for 2 years.
- Member of Color Guard, Japanese Culture Appreciation Club, Sign Language Club, Link Crew.
Skills
Competency development
Effective communication
Visual storytelling
Animation principles
Creativity and artistry
Workflow optimization
Problem-solving
Time management
Adaptability and flexibility
Social support
Languages
Korean
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
3C Youth Ambassador
A Reason To Survive
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Intern
A Reason To Survive
03.2024 - 04.2024Read More
Eastlake High School
High School Diploma
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School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio from Animation
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