Kyu Won Kang
Gunpo-si
Summary
Dynamic music curation professional with over 7 years of experience in crafting playlists that resonate across diverse moods and genres. I have a proven ability to develop music culture strategies tailored to the South Korean market and excel in project management, driving strategic initiatives within editorial teams. My expertise includes curating high-quality playlists and shows while analyzing performance metrics to enhance audience engagement. I thrive in collaborative environments, effectively partnering with local and global teams to achieve content goals. Fluent in Korean and English, I am passionate about leveraging data-driven insights and my extensive knowledge of the music landscape to excel as a Music Editor at Spotify.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Content Specialist & Promotional Manager
KAKAO ENTERTAINMENT(MELON)
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Guided and supported music rights holders, achieving a 15% increase in promotional effectiveness. Curated engaging content (videos, magazines, playlists), driving a 20% boost in digital marketing engagement.
- Developed and executed strategic content distribution plans on the Melon platform, resulting in a 25% increase in content consumption. Cultivated partnerships with 10+ entertainment labels and music distributors, enhancing exclusive content acquisition by 30%.
- Produced a comprehensive production guide for marketing pitches, leading to a 40% increase in successful partnerships.
- Implemented user acquisition and retention strategies, resulting in a 15% rise in daily user inflow and a 10% improvement in customer retention rates.
License Manager & Partner Relations Specialist
KAKAO ENTERTAINMENT(MELON)
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Cultivated and managed relationships with digital audio distribution and publishing partners, enhancing partnership retention by 20%.
- Executed license clearances and negotiated contracts with new music distributors, resulting in a 30% expansion of music services on the platform.
- Oversaw the settlement of neighboring rights distribution fees, improving operational efficiency by 15% through effective CRM utilization.
- Established robust systems for managing unserviced music metadata, facilitating digital content sourcing for legal services and ensuring compliance with intellectual property rights regulations.
Regional Music Curator
MUSICSTYLING LTD.
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Oversaw operations for the Korean branch, driving business growth and negotiating digital transmission service contracts to ensure compliance.
- Conducted brand analysis and developed targeted marketing strategies, creating music playlists to enhance brand communication and service marketing.
- Coordinated the Hotel Open Project in Seoul and Jeju, delivering comprehensive sound solutions and managing auditory content, while establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships within the hospitality sector.
Video Production Specialist
STUDIOLOVO
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Managed end-to-end marketing video production for a public institute, ensuring seamless execution from concept development to final delivery.
- Contributed significantly to post-production, enhancing film editing processes to ensure high-quality output.
Music Curator, Digital Metabase Server Maintenance
AD&NOTE INC.
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Analyzed branding messages to develop marketing proposals that integrate effective music content strategies.
- Orchestrated the Hospitality Open Project in Seoul and Jeju, coordinating music curation for background music and on-hold messaging.
- Delivered customized sound solutions, including digital transmission and auditory content, tailored to meet client needs.
- Expanded the hospitality business network through strategic partnerships and collaborative initiatives.
- Oversaw the migration and integration of published Metabase into in-house server infrastructure.
- Managed and maintained music digital data on the corporate server, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity.
Education
Master of Arts - Cultural Studies
HANYANG UNIVERSITY
Gyeong GI Do, Korea09.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Music in Professional Music
BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC
Massachusetts, USA12.2018
Skills
CREATIVE DIGITAL CONTENT STRATEGY MUSIC MARKET INSIGHT COMMUNICATION & LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- Expertise in music curation integrated with brand storytelling
- Profound knowledge of music theory
- Extensive acumen in the local music licensing landscape
- Strong network of rights holders, labels, and distributors
- Leverages partnerships to drive strategic decisions and foster collaborations
- Skilled communicator with cross-functional collaboration capabilities
- Extensive experience engaging with global headquarters and diverse stakeholders
- Fluent in Korean; proficient in high-level business English
- Enhances engagement and facilitates seamless communication in multicultural environments
Accomplishments
- Analyzed Lotte Chilsung's Brand Messaging Through a Musical Lens and Created 3 YouTube Playlists, Achieving a Total of 80,000 Views
- Authored a column highlighting a importance of Hospitality Market Music (BGM) in expressing Brand Identity
Timeline
Digital Content Specialist & Promotional Manager
KAKAO ENTERTAINMENT(MELON)
03.2023 - 11.2023
License Manager & Partner Relations Specialist
KAKAO ENTERTAINMENT(MELON)
11.2022 - 03.2023
Video Production Specialist
STUDIOLOVO
03.2020 - 07.2020
Regional Music Curator
MUSICSTYLING LTD.
07.2019 - 07.2022
Music Curator, Digital Metabase Server Maintenance
AD&NOTE INC.
01.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Cultural Studies
HANYANG UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Music in Professional Music
BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC
Similar Profiles
Richard M ViadoRichard M Viado
Paid Search Manager II at MelonPaid Search Manager II at Melon
Aralyn FennAralyn Fenn
Barista & Cashier at Kakao CafeBarista & Cashier at Kakao Cafe
Suyong UhmSuyong Uhm
Social Media Content Creator at KakaoSocial Media Content Creator at Kakao