MINJI KANG
Email: mk2csc@virginia.edu | Cell: 703-655-9900 | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Min-J-Kang/ Online Portfolio:https://issuu.com/minjikangarchitecture/docs/2025_january
EDUCATION
Masters of Architecture| University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA | 2024-2026
Expected graduation in 05/2026.
BS Architecture, Pre-professional | University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA | 2020 - 2024
Graduated in 05/2024.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Cavalier Marching Band, Graphic Designer, July 2023 – Present
‐ Redesign the branding for the Cavalier Marching Band on social media, resulting in a 25% to 40% increase in social media engagement.
‐ Engage in effective correspondence, initiated proactive communication, and responded to inquiries to gather feedback and enhance the product’s quality for the desired usage of graphics.
‐ Exhibit the ability to produce high-quality graphics under limited time constraints.
Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, Graphic Designer, June 2022-Present
‐ Design graphic medium for Frank Batten School of Leadership, promoting both the University of Virginia and the Batten brand.
‐ Establish regular and effective communication to ensure alignment of goals and status on multiple concurrent projects.
‐ Redesign the traditional Center for Effective Lawmaking Annual Report while concurrently managing ongoing updates.
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), Winter Extern, January 2025
‐ Gained interdisciplinary exposure by engaging with architects, engineers, urban planners, and landscape designers, deepening understanding of technical and collaborative aspects of architecture.
‐ Observe communication strategies and effective workflows within a professional architectural practice in daily project meetings.
‐ Developed understanding of diverse project scopes, ranging from large-scale, long-term initiatives to short-term competition-based projects.
University of Virginia ARCH 1010 Lessons of the Lawn, Student Instructor Assistant, Sep 2024 - Dec 2024
‐ Organized weekly discussion sections based on the each week’s content, clarifying and developing concepts covered during each week’s lecture.
‐ Guided discussions so that students could develop different perspectives and methods of thinking, as well as effectively using given time to get the feedback and grading provided to students in a necessary timeframe.
‐ Communicated with students the expectations of the course, while providing different needs for each students based on their concerns.
UVA Engineering Link Lab, Graphic Designer, June 2024-Sep 2024
‐ Created and refined figure designs and color schemes through Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to enhance the overall presentation and visual appeal of the proposal.
‐ Supported the project team with iterative feedback and revisions while maintaining a cohesive design strategy for a strong competition proposal. (submitted September 2024, with results anticipated in May 2025)
RELATED EXPERIENCE cont.
HYL Architecture, Winter Extern, January 2024
‐ Diligently conformed architecture drawing sets, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and a strong understanding of architectural principles.
‐ Developed a comprehensive knowledge of the material library, effectively organizing and updating it for optimal use in project planning and execution.
‐ Showcased proficiency in material selection and application in various design contexts.
University of Virginia Design Discovery, Fellow Student Staff Assistant, July 2023
‐ Instructed the design process to the local high school students, inspiring their design creation ranging from small-scale to large-scale.
‐ Assisted with the presentation of student-designed projects to external guests, serving as a source of inspiration and motivation for the students in their design journey.
‐ Effectively communicated the project expectations and timelines while leading the project through personal demonstrations.
University of Virginia Project Pipeline, Student Instructor Assistant, June-July 2022
‐ Collaborated within teams to design and develop a curriculum for a three-week summer architecture program for Charlottesville middle school students.
‐ Structured and delivered practical architecture lectures to middle school students.
‐ Designed and produced a program brochure that promoted the program and its activities, resulting in significant improvements in program funding for future occurrences.
OTHER EXPERIENCE
DOMA Korean Restaurant, Bartender and Server, May 2023 – Present
‐ Provided attentive service to 100-150 customers per shift, taking orders and delivering their requests promptly.
‐ Coordinated with the kitchen and managers to guarantee the delivery of high-quality service and products that consistently met customer satisfaction.
‐ Supervised the smooth operation of the hall, as well as efficiently managing beverage preparation and online orders.
SKILLS Technical Skills
‐ Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Rhino, V-ray, Revit, Autocad, JAVA, Adobe Premiere Pro, ArcGIS
Physical Skills
‐ Laser Cutter, Vaccuform, Woodshop Language
‐ Korean