Mijung Kwon
Professor
Seongnam City
Summary
Dynamic professional at the intersection of visual design and digital media, combining a Ph.D. in Social Sciences with extensive university-level teaching and research expertise in digital communication and branding. Proven track record in leading content design projects and crafting innovative new-media content tailored for diverse audiences. Adept at fostering team collaboration and driving project success through effective leadership, strategic goal-setting, and process improvement. Strong problem-solving and communication skills support a commitment to excellence in both academic and practical applications.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Team Leader / Designer
Gondeve
01.2022 - Current
- Lead app content planning and design projects.
Team Leader, Project Planning
Yongin Digital Industry Promotion Agency
04.2015 - 12.2020
- Managed government-funded content support programs and project planning.
- Led cross-functional teams in project planning initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and achieving project milestones successfully.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans, resulting in improved resource allocation and team collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinated stakeholder engagement activities, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
- Streamlined project processes by integrating digital tools, leading to an increase in project delivery speed and team productivity.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices, contributing to their professional development and team performance.
Designer / Assistant Manager
English Egg
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Designed educational programs and instructional materials.
Education
Ph.D. - Social Sciences
01.2020
M.A. - Visual Design
01.2012
B.A. - Visual Design
01.2008
Skills
Team leadership
Selected Teaching (Representative)
- Media Design(Undergraduate, 4 credits) — Kookmin University (studio-based: lectures & project workshops). Emphasis on integrating visual communication theory with digital media production.
- Organization Theory; Business Communication; Digital Media & Society; Qualitative Research Methods— Sejong University (lecture & seminar: class sizes 70). Designed interactive assignments linking theory to practice.
- Business Communication: New Media & Digital Content; Media Megatrends; Public Opinion & New Media— Dankook University (graduate seminars: 20–30 students). Focus on critical analysis of digital platforms and strategic communication.
- Understanding Visual Design— KUST (fully online asynchronous), developed accessible digital content for adult learners and professionals.
Certification
Certified Professional Colorist (Advanced Level)
Awards
Excellence Award, Startup Club Competition, Kookmin University, 2010, Commendation for Outstanding Employee, Mayor of Yongin, 2017
Research Publications (Selected, KCI Indexed)
- "The Effects of Anthropomorphic Brand Characters on Brand Satisfaction and Purchase Intention: A Case Study of Ottogi Rice Flakes" (2023)
- "The Impact of Experiential Factors of ZEPETO Brand Items on Brand Satisfaction and Purchase Intention" (2022)
- "Motivations for Subscribing to Beauty YouTube Channels and Their Effects on Continuous Subscription Intentions" (2020)
- Additional peer-reviewed articles on communication design, digital media, and user experience.
Academic Appointments
- Adjunct Professor, Department of Visual Design, Kookmin University, 2025–Present
- Adjunct Faculty, Sejong University, Department of Media Communication, 2022–2023
- Delivered English-medium instruction to international students
- Adjunct Faculty, Graduate School of Information & Intellectual Property, Dankook University, 2020–2024
- Lecturer, Korea University of Science and Technology (national lifelong learning program), 2023
Creative & Industry Activities
- Actively producing original content as a YouTuber in the field of new media; operate two active YouTube channels.
- Delivered industry workshops and guest lectures on content planning, app design, and digital branding for public institutions and industry partners.
Teaching Interests
- Fundamentals of Communication: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills; Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication
- Digital Media & Society: Social Media Communication and User Experience; Digital Content Production and Storytelling
- Visual Communication Design: Branding and Consumer Experience in Digital Environments
- Communication Design Research Methods
Timeline
Team Leader / Designer - Gondeve
01.2022 - Current
Team Leader, Project Planning - Yongin Digital Industry Promotion Agency
04.2015 - 12.2020
Designer / Assistant Manager - English Egg
01.2014 - 01.2015
Kookmin University - M.A., Visual Design
State University of New York, Fashion Institute of Technology - B.A., Visual Design
Dankook University - Ph.D., Social Sciences