Youngseo Irene Cho
Seoul
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CEO
Zero2west
08.2022 - Current
- Strategic Planning: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement strategies aligned with company goals and client needs. Played a key role in refining the localization process to support business growth and successful market entry for localized games.
- Client Relations & Presentations: Regularly engaged with clients to understand their specific needs and deliver tailored localization solutions. Conducted numerous presentations to clients and stakeholders, effectively communicating project progress, outcomes, and strategic insights, leading to strengthened client relationships.
- Industry Representation & Networking: Represented the company at various international game shows and industry events, showcasing Zero2West’s capabilities and expanding the company’s network. Utilized these opportunities to gain market insights and forge partnerships that aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.
- Market Insight & Adaptation: Actively monitored industry trends and competitive developments. Applied these insights to refine company strategies and offerings, ensuring Zero2West maintained a competitive edge in the gaming and localization sectors.
- Project Management: Led and managed comprehensive localization projects, overseeing timelines, resources, and quality standards. Ensured that game adaptations were culturally relevant and well-received in diverse markets, contributing to higher user engagement and retention.
Global Marketing Manager
VSISTERS, Inc
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Game Localization Management: Spearheaded the localization of game content into 10 languages, meticulously ensuring that translations adhered to international market standards and reflected cultural nuances, which contributed to a successful global launch and positive reception.
- Community Management: Expertly managed the game’s Discord channel, fostering vibrant community engagement through regular interactions, updates, and event coordination, while serving as the principal liaison between the player base and development team to address concerns and integrate feedback into game improvements.
- International Business Development: Acted as the company’s representative at prominent international gaming events such as the Tokyo Game Show, where I led negotiations for publishing agreements and managed all related contractual documentation with a Chinese publisher, and represented the company at other key events like G-Star and BIC to elevate brand visibility and establish strategic industry relationships.
Intern
National Assembly
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Translation & Communication: Served as a translator for official documents and communications between the Congressman and various stakeholders, including the U.K. Embassy.
- Embassy Support: Assisted the Congressman in diplomatic matters related to the U.K. Embassy, facilitating communication and ensuring smooth coordination of events and meetings.
- Administrative Support: Managed schedules, correspondence, and other executive administrative tasks, ensuring the Congressman’s office ran efficiently.
- Policy Research: Conducted research on legislative matters and international relations, contributing to the Congressman’s work on national and international issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC 09.2016 - 05.2023
Skills
Crisis Management
Global perspective
Excellent Communication
Negotiation
Client Relationship Building
Active Listening
Accomplishments
- 2022 Pre-Startup Package: Awarded the top prize by the Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development.
- 2023 SME Smart Service Support Program: Successfully participated in the Ministry of SMEs and Startups’ program for enhancing smart services.
- 2024 Early-Stage Startup Package: Selected for support by the Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development.
- 2024 Selection of Partners for the GSP+: Chosen as a key partner in the Game Plus Program by the Korea Creative Content Agency.
Languages
Korean
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
CEO
Zero2west
08.2022 - Current
Global Marketing Manager
VSISTERS, Inc
09.2021 - 06.2022
Intern
National Assembly
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Wake Forest University
09.2016 - 05.2023
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