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TAEHO KOH

TAEHO KOH

Brand Experience Strategist & Cultural Project Producer
Goyang-si,41

Summary

Dynamic Festival Director with a proven track record at EDC KOREA, enhancing guest experiences through innovative marketing strategies and effective crowd control. Skilled in budget optimization and vendor negotiation, I foster strong partnerships and elevate event quality, ensuring memorable experiences while driving attendance and satisfaction.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Festival Director

Independent (Multiple Festivals)
01.2018 - Current
  • Streamlined ticketing processes, leading to shorter lines and improved attendee experience at entry points.
  • Maintained strong relationships with key industry stakeholders for continuous growth, collaboration, and support in future events.
  • Collaborated with local government authorities to secure permits in a timely manner for smooth festival operations.
  • Evaluated post-festival feedback surveys for continuous improvement of future events based on attendee insights and preferences.
  • Optimized budget allocation, reducing unnecessary expenses while maintaining high-quality event production values.
  • Created detailed event schedules and timelines, ensuring a smooth flow of activities and performances throughout the festival duration.
  • Enhanced festival attendance by implementing innovative marketing strategies and collaborating with local businesses.
  • Expanded vendor relations, resulting in a diverse array of food, beverage, and merchandise options for attendees.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all festival attendees, staff, and performers.
  • Elevated guest satisfaction by ensuring top-notch entertainment and engaging experiences throughout the festival.
  • Generated positive media coverage through skillful public relations efforts and fostering strong relationships with journalists.
  • Established partnerships with non-profit organizations to promote social impact causes aligning with the festival''s brand values.
  • Managed contracts negotiations with vendors, sponsors, and talent agencies to ensure favorable terms benefiting both parties involved.
  • Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
  • Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
  • Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.

Marketing & Sales Manager

EDC KOREA / Insomniac
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of industry trends.
  • Optimized sales processes, streamlining procedures for increased efficiency and better customer service.
  • Improved brand visibility with well-executed promotional campaigns and engaging social media content.
  • Negotiated contracts skillfully, achieving favorable terms that contributed to bottom-line results.
  • Managed sales promotions and marketing strategies on major social media sites.
  • Led a high-performing sales team, providing coaching and ongoing support to ensure success.
  • Cultivated and maintained strategic alliances with key partners and vendors.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to develop cohesive messaging across multiple platforms.
  • Expanded distribution channels by forming strategic partnerships with key industry players.

External Researcher / Project Manager

Dongguk University – School of Theatre / Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation
03.2023 - 12.2024
  • Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
  • Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
  • Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
  • Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
  • Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Designed experiments with rigorous controls to maximize validity of findings.
  • Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.

Event & Communications Director

WWD KOREA
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Orchestrated successful product launches through well-coordinated PR efforts, garnering favorable reviews from both consumers and press outlets.
  • Revamped website content to improve user experience and increase web traffic.
  • Enhanced brand visibility by developing and executing strategic communications plans.
  • Championed internal culture initiatives that fostered a more inclusive workplace environment.
  • Established relationships with key industry influencers to amplify brand reach.

Marketing & Project Consultant

SangSangmaru
12.2020 - 05.2022
  • Developed project plans and schedules to set clear expectations, resulting in improved team productivity.
  • Built strong relationships with clients through effective communication and understanding their needs, promoting repeat business opportunities.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns in a proactive manner.
  • Incorporated feedback from clients and stakeholders to refine project strategies, ensuring alignment with their expectations.

Cultural Project Producer

Odin Teatret (Korea-Denmark)
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.

Education

Master of Arts - Art Management

Dongguk University – Graduate School
Seoul, South Korea
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical, Robotics And Energy Engineering

Dongguk University
Seoul, South Korea
04.2001 -

Skills

Crowd control

Timeline

Marketing & Sales Manager

EDC KOREA / Insomniac
08.2024 - 04.2025

External Researcher / Project Manager

Dongguk University – School of Theatre / Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation
03.2023 - 12.2024

Event & Communications Director

WWD KOREA
06.2022 - 09.2022

Cultural Project Producer

Odin Teatret (Korea-Denmark)
09.2021 - 01.2022

Marketing & Project Consultant

SangSangmaru
12.2020 - 05.2022

Festival Director

Independent (Multiple Festivals)
01.2018 - Current

Master of Arts - Art Management

Dongguk University – Graduate School
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical, Robotics And Energy Engineering

Dongguk University
04.2001 -
TAEHO KOHBrand Experience Strategist & Cultural Project Producer