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Seolgi Cho
Media Relations Officer
Bucheon-si
Summary
As an experienced PR professional with a deep passion for the entertainment industry, I have successfully led innovative, press-focused publicity events for Korean government policies. With 5 years of experience in PR and media relations, I excel in building strong relationships with media outlets, influencers, talent representatives, and key partners. Fluent in both English and Korean, I am skilled at crafting compelling press materials and supporting strategic campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences. My proven ability to collaborate effectively across government communication divisions and with international journalists enables me to thrive in high-energy, fast-paced environments, ensuring the flawless execution of press events, talent management, and global content promotion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Media Relations Officer
Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism
11.2019 - Current
- Develop PR strategies for promoting Korean ministry policies to foreign media
- Create and Distribute media promotional materials, including press releases and online posters
- Build and maintain strong relationships with foreign media outlets, offering coverage-related support
- Organize and execute government briefings (joint and individual) for international audiences
- Manage crisis communication for media-related issues
- Coordinate with internal ministries and external organizations to enhance media relations
- Provide language support, including translation, interpretation, and administrative tasks (English-Korean)
- Support media aspects of presidential-level delegation visits to and from other countries
- Organize training programs for government spokespersons on foreign media PR
- Develop e-learning lectures on global media PR and communication for public official
- Direct and publish the "Outlook on Global Media" for 2020 and 2025
- Serve as media liaison officer for international events hosted in Korea and operate international media centers for major summits, such as the ROK-ASEAN Summit, South Korea–Africa Summit (2024), and APEC South Korea (2025)
English Editor & Administrative Officer
National Institute for International Education of Ministry of Education
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed the WEST Program (US internship programs for Korean students), including communicating and managing overseeing US sponsor organizations and participants
- Collaborated with the US Embassy in Seoul on various initiatives related to the WEST Program
- Provided translation and interpretation services for the organization
- Supported high-ranking official visits and performed other administrative duties
Intern
EY Korea
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted in planning and executing company-wide training programs
- Provided translation and interpretation support
Education
Master’s Degree - English Translation
Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Seoul, South Korea 03.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor’s Degree - Secondary Education major in English
De La Salle University
Manila, Philippines 09.2009 - 12.2012
Skills
- Global Media Relations
- Strategic communications
- Project Management
- Target audience analysis
- Translation & Interpretation
- Event Planning & Execution
- Training & Development
- Administrative Support
Software
Google Drive
Digital Budget Accounting System
Timeline
Media Relations Officer
Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism
11.2019 - Current
English Editor & Administrative Officer
National Institute for International Education of Ministry of Education
04.2018 - 11.2019
Intern
EY Korea
06.2017 - 12.2017
Master’s Degree - English Translation
Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
03.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor’s Degree - Secondary Education major in English
De La Salle University
09.2009 - 12.2012
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