Ji Hong Hwang
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personal info
Ji Hong Hwang Cell (Korea): +82 10 2675 0531 Cell (USA): +1 773 954 7900 Email: jihwang@live.com 99-5 Daebangdong Dongjakgu Seoul, South Korea 156-020
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May 2012
Honors & Awards
education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Bachelor of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning Major GPA 3.71/4.00 (Cumulative GPA 3.52/4.00)
‣ Dean’s List ‣ Student Planning Organization Award (2011) ‣ Illinois Leadership Certificate (2011) ‣ The Most Committed Student of the Year for the Undergraduate Patent Law Society (2010) ‣ LeaderShape Participant (2012)
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urban planning work experience Modus Inc. Land Use intern
San Francisco, CA August 2012 - May 2013
‣ Prepared documentations and reports for AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, and Metro PCS zoning and building submittals ‣ Directed architects and engineers to ensure projects’ compliance with bay area jurisdictions and San Francisco zoning, fire, and building codes ‣ Researched the planning requirements and building codes of San Francisco and various jurisdictions in the South Bay area ‣ Reviewed various cell sites’ drawings and reports to ensure compliance with city codes ‣ Organized and prioritized different projects based on feasibility, location, time, and other factors ‣ Created contextual maps and reports for the San Francisco zoning process ‣ Notified residents about construction door-to-door and via mail
City of Champaign Planning Intern
Champaign, IL October 2011 - July 2012
‣ Prepared written reports and recommendations for Planning Commission meetings ‣ Conducted site visits to assess property owners’ compliance with city codes ‣ Reviewed and evaluated parking ordinances of other communities ‣ Presented a Special Use Permit case to the Planning Commission at the Council Chambers ‣ Completed a binder and created database for Planned Development Agreements from the 1960s to present in order to help future planners work more efficiently ‣ Wrote a legal notice, public hearing meeting letter, and report for an “Eden Supportive Living” case for the Planning Commission and City Council ‣ Reviewed residential building permits ‣ Collaborated with planners to prepare for the city’s first sustainability expo ‣ Assessed parking availability, layout, and landscaping of commercial parking lots in town ‣ Produced graphics and maps using ArcGIS, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign ‣ Assisted planners in various planning tasks (e.g., research, cartography, citizen outreach)
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relevant coursework
Transportation and Land Use Policy ‣ Examined urban form and design that influences travel behavior of residents in Champaign ‣ Summarized transportation policy evaluations and transportation planning papers ‣ Wrote an evaluation of the Champaign-Urbana Long Range Transportation Plan 2035 based on Levinson & Kevin’s suggested 4 goals of transportation planning ‣ Measured urban form of neighborhoods in the Champaign-Urbana area using quantitative indicators ‣ Computed a Hansen-type job accessibility index for all census tracts in Champaign County Planning Analysis ‣ Designed and conducted survey on university students’ opinions of street, bike path, and sidewalk conditions during winter ‣ Determined the locations on campus that need better maintenance in winter Communication for Planners ‣ Presented benefits of adding a community college for a small city ‣ Compiled demographic and geographic data to determine the needs of a mixed-use community with a failing commercial district ‣ Evaluated the economic opportunity for bringing a Walmart to Chicago ‣ Modeled a town using Google SketchUp GIS for Planners ‣ Created city, county, state, and global maps using ArcGIS ‣ Analyzed campus crime statistics for independent final project; classified neighborhood lighting levels and times ‣ Prepared report on campus crime statistics including GIS maps, charts, and graphs Land Use Planning Workshop ‣ Researched an area while determining the characteristics and geographic features of the neighborhood ‣ Interviewed the Marketplace Mall manager and Champaign Neighborhood Programs Manager ‣ Calculated and analyzed cost of potential infrastructure updates in the neighborhood
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sustainability, research, and computer
work experience
University of Illinois Graduate Upper-Division Halls Sustainability Resident Advisor
Champaign, IL August 2011 - May 2012
‣ Educated residents about the importance of sustainability by planning relevant events, programs, and workshops ‣ Invited the City of Champaign Sustainability Project Manager to educate residents about the City and community’s efforts at making the City more sustainable ‣ Created humorous posters containing Kermit the Frog to promote sustainability educational events ‣ Planned events to inform residents about local organic products ‣ Provided a variety of logistical support to other resident advisors for programs ‣ Documented incidents and residents’ issues for housing representatives ‣ Served as a resource of information about the institution, University Housing, and hall specifics ‣ Provided on-site crisis management
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Business Innovation Services Local Food Project Intern
Champaign, IL April 2011 - September 2011
‣ Developed a system that effectively provides governmental requirements for food producers ‣ Relayed important information regarding the purpose of the state project and the specific needs of the project ‣ Organized regulations in an easily discernible format ‣ Created a website and its template with graphic tools and coding ‣ Established and maintained effective working relationships with researchers and activists ‣ Implemented practical and creative website design ‣ Participated in meetings with farmers, activists, and researchers
Journal of Law, Technology and Policy Web Developer & Web Designer
Champaign, IL September 2010 - February 2011
‣ Redesigned the current website into a user-friendly, efficient, and modern design ‣ Worked in a cooperative and open-minded fashion with law school students and Journal of Law, Technology & Policy officers
Local Food Project - ISupply http://isupply.illinois.edu/
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Journal of Law, Technology & Policy http://jltp.illinois.edu/
Esri International User Conference in San Diego, CA Student Assistant July 20 — July 27, 2012
leadership and team experience
‣ Assisted GIS analysts, government officials, and planners from around the globe with registration ‣ Handled customer complaints and other issues at the Esri spatial outlet ‣ Balanced sales and receipts ‣ Cooperated with Esri staff on logistics ‣ Monitored sessions and controlled crowds ‣ Served as a bilingual liaison between South Korean attendees/professors and Esri staff Undergraduate Patent Law Society President September 2010 - May 2011 ‣ Facilitated a partnership with the Princeton Review ‣ Led event with sixty students in attendance ‣ Worked with campus administrators to develop events for engineering students ‣ Prepared agendas for officer meetings ‣ Directed officers in promotional efforts I-Guide Hall Chair
August 2010
‣ Coordinated meetings about logistics and acceptable conduct for move-in day ‣ Supervised a team of volunteers before and during move-in days ‣ Assisted directly with transporting and unloading students’ belongings ‣ Communicated with students and their families about their concerns and questions Illinois Leadership Certificate Program Certificate Holder
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‣ Planned programs for students with disabilities moving into a new residence hall ‣ Gained goal setting skills applicable to student organizations, communities, and companies ‣ Implemented community programs for university residence halls
skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Word Microsoft Office Excel Microsoft Office Powerpoint Adobe Photoshop
Intermediate in ArcGIS IBM SPSS Statistics TrackiT Gantt Chart Google SketchUp Adobe InDesign Adobe Illustrator
Fluent in Korean reading, writing, and speech
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Thank you for your time.
Ji Hong Hwang