Gaeun Jade Kim_Portfolio

Hello! My name is Gaeun Jade Kim

Portfolio

ABOUT ME

Holds full right to work in UK

I'm a global citizen, committed to changing the world through dynamic teams. As an artist, designer, and storyteller, I see the entire world as my canvas, ready to make a meaningful impact.

Join me on this exciting journey, as we create positive change together!

STRENGTH

95%

Resilience

No setback can deter me; I use failures as stepping stones to success, always learning and growing.

98%

Emotional Intelligence

My ability to understand and connect with others on a deeper level helps create harmonious teams and fosters collaborative success.

94%

Collaboration

I thrive in collaborative environments and actively seek out opportunities to work closely with team members.

99%

Adaptability

I thrive in fast-paced, ever-changing environments, readily embracing new opportunities and challenges.

SKILLS

As a seasoned entrepreneur and designer, my skillset is honed through a combination of theoretical knowledge and invaluable hands-on experiences.

I've delved into the world of entrepreneurship, absorbing insights and wisdom from real-life challenges and triumphs adapting them to become an allrounder artist.

I'm not just limited to the pages of a book; I've navigated the real-world landscape.

Adobe Creative Suite

Tech Savvy Project Management Communication

Team Leadership

Fast learner

Relationship building

EDUCATION

Kaywon University of Art and Design

Seoul, Korea / 2016-2018 / Living Design

Mondragon University

Bilbao, Spain / 2018-2022 / LEINN International

The Evergreen State College (EXCHANGE)

Olympia, USA / 2020 / Business Administration

Xingwei College (EXCHANGE)

Shanghai, China / 2018 / Liberal arts

WHY 2 DEGREES?

As a designer, I realized that a design degree alone might not be enough to make a meaningful impact on the world. To equip myself with essential life skills and entrepreneurial acumen, I embarked on a unique educational journey pursuing a degree called LEINN.

To study an entire degree in a foreign country was undoubtedly challenging. However, I developed exceptional adaptability, learning to navigate unfamiliar surroundings, cultures, and academic systems. This decision has enriched my knowledge and perspective, enabling me to approach design and entrepreneurship with a holistic and innovative mindset.

LEINN INTERNATIONAL?

https://leinninternational.travellinguniversity.com

LEINN stands for Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation.

Leinn is the most radical degree in the world to combat the greatest challenges of our time, the most disruptive, and skill based degree.

It has implemented a tiimiakatemia methodology from Finland.

From the first year, we start a company with an international team of 7 different nationalities, developing authentic products and services that impact society with social values, working with clients, and having an invoice and making a profit in order to pass the year, among other objectives.

We were encouraged to take an active role in their education while traveling the world, learning from experiences and challenges encountered while running our businesses or working on real projects.

GLOBAL CITIZEN

As a global citizen, I've traveled and worked worldwide, meeting diverse individuals and broadening my perspective. It's been an incredible lesson for me.

This is the learning that I had each country.

Seattle,USA

Acceleration experience

Networking

Culture exchange

Bilbao, Spain

Resilience

Communication

Marketing

Shanghai, China

Team Building

Adaptability

Collaboration

Seoul, Korea

Mentoring/Coaching

Event management

Team leadership

MOTOWER

Project

Seoul, Korea / 2017-2018

Team Leader, Product Designer

COEX RE:PLAY exhibition: Innovation Award

Kaywon Entrepreneurship Support Program winner

Motower is a captivating project born during my time at Art University.

It's a board game that ingeniously combines recycled wooden blocks and thoughtful emotion cards, designed to spark meaningful dialogues about feelings and emotions.

The game's brilliance lies in its ability to create a safe and enjoyable space for people to connect on a deeper level. Whether played among friends, family members, or even strangers, Motower serves as a bridge to open up conversations about emotions that are often challenging to express.

Through its interactive and engaging gameplay, Motower encourages empathy, understanding, and emotional well-being. It fosters genuine connections among players, fostering a sense of closeness and shared experiences. Furthermore, the project's commitment to sustainability by using recycled materials aligns with my dedication to responsible design and environmental consciousness. Motower embodies my passion for creativity and its potential to positively impact the world.

FOST

Project

Seattle, USA / 2020-2021

Team Leader, Designer

Secured a significant Government Grant of 5000 Dollars

Raised over 130% in two crowdfunding campaigns.

FOST was an ambitious project launched in Seattle, aiming to revolutionize vintage fashion with a curated and secure open market clothing app.

Recognizing the lack of positive and trustworthy online shopping options for vintage clothing, our app set out to provide a seamless and delightful experience for fashion enthusiasts. FOST brought together a diverse collection of authentic vintage pieces, fostering a sustainable and environmentally-friendly approach to fashion.

In our journey, we realized that our research yielded a wealth of valuable information about vintage fashion. Recognizing the lack of accessible and curated knowledge in this space, we decided to share our insights with the world.

Thus, we embarked on an exciting new venture – an independent magazine dedicated to vintage clothing. This beautifully curated publication became a treasure trove of information, educating readers about the fascinating world of vintage fashion while solving the problem of limited resources. But we didn't stop there.

To spread our passion for "Good Information," we also created a line of friendly and approachable goods. These products, adorned with vintage-inspired designs and curated tidbits of knowledge, allowed us to connect with people on a personal level and share our love for all things vintage.

With the magazine and "Good Information" line in our arsenal, FOST became not just an app but a vibrant community, fostering sustainable fashion choices and embracing the nostalgic charm of vintage clothing.

WORK EXPERIENCES

As I plunge further into the entrepreneurial scene, my passion for learning from major workforces intensifies. I am fueled by an insatiable thirst for experience, recognizing that immersing myself in the wisdom of established and successful companies is a catalyst for tremendous personal and professional growth.

So I decided to leverage my experiences.

GLOBAL FUTURIZER HACKTHON

UNIVERSITY OF SEOUL, SUNGKYUNKWAN UNIVERSITY

Work experience

Seoul, Korea / March 2021

Main Facilitator

Hosted two Global Futurizer hackathon events in Seoul, bringing together universities and startups. Developed four minimum viable products (MVPs) for each of the participating startups. Resulted in 2 students getting an internship.

Strengthened the collaboration between academic institutions and startups.

Secured sponsership from major invesment company.

Program Design | Facilitating | Partnership management

MONDRAGON TEAM ACADEMY

Work experience

Bilbao, Spain / September 2022 - March 2023

Team coach

Successfully mentored international art students in developing and refining their business ideas. Facilitated the growth of art students' teamwork and leadership skills.

Guided students toward achieving success in their professional endeavours by providing 1on1 mentoring.

OTHERS

Volunteer work

Total 185 hours including examples below.

Happy family project - Elderly emotional support

Guro Senior Welfare Center

Supporting daily necessities for multicultural children

Dasom Youth Village

Fair trade project - Means of eradicating poverty

Frontier Volunteer’s Club

Outside of work...

My values

Embrace Innovation and Learn from Experience

Team First

Team is our greatest asset. I prioritize collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect. Together, we thrive and achieve remarkable outcomes.

Passion for Purpose

Dive Deep into Excellence

Every task is an opportunity to dive deep, deliver the best possible results, and exceed expectations.

Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion

Reading and talking about books

Drawing and Origmai

Nature lover - especially cycling in nature!

Animal enthusiast

THANK YOU, YOU MADE IT TO THE END!

I am actively seeking the perfect role that strongly aligns with my core values and aspirations.

Central to these values is the emphasis I place on teamwork and my unwavering commitment to contributing to the growth and realization of our shared vision. Having experienced diverse cultures, I am now eager to immerse myself in the UK and explore the opportunities it has to offer.

While I am mainly interested in England-based positions, I am more than open to remote work possibilities and even relocation if required.

My journey has been challenging, yet incredibly rewarding, and I am determined to continue this path where I can make a positive impact.

If you share a similar vision and believe that I could be a valuable addition to your team, I encourage you to reach out and connect with me.

I assure you, you won't be disappointed in collaborating with someone as driven and committed as me.

Let's create something extraordinary together!