Hi, I’m Sebastian Kim, a multidisciplinary designer blending interaction design, branding, and graphic storytelling. I craft visually engaging experiences for education, technology, and startup ecosystems—from university programs to large-scale hackathons and cross-cultural teams. I thrive in collaborative environments, translating complex ideas into clear, impactful visuals and interfaces. My work spans brand identity, product design, and communication materials, with a focus on accessibility and real-world impact across Korea, the U.S., and beyond.

Sebastian Kim

Hi, I’m Sebastian Kim, a multidisciplinary designer blending interaction design, branding, and graphic storytelling. I craft visually engaging experiences for education, technology, and startup ecosystems—from university programs to large-scale hackathons and cross-cultural teams. I thrive in collaborative environments, translating complex ideas into clear, impactful visuals and interfaces. My work spans brand identity, product design, and communication materials, with a focus on accessibility and real-world impact across Korea, the U.S., and beyond.

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Hi, I’m Sebastian Kim, a multidisciplinary designer blending interaction design, branding, and graphic storytelling. I craft visually engaging experiences for education, technology, and startup ecosystems—from university programs to large-scale hackathons and cross-cultural teams.

I thrive in collaborative environments, translating complex ideas into clear, impactful visuals and interfaces. My work spans brand identity, product design, and communication materials, with a focus on accessibility and real-world impact across Korea, the U.S., and beyond.

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Language

Korean
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-Founder at THE 해커톤
January 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026
Co-founded Korea's largest hackathon featuring participants from unicorn founders to National Assembly members and YC founders including a co-founder of Toss. Led brand identity and design direction, including the main logo inspired by culinary wars.
Sergeant / Interpreter at US Army — 411th Contracting Support Brigade
January 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Served 1 year 3 months as KATUSA in the 411th Contracting Support Brigade, progressing from Executive Assistant to Senior KATUSA, and finally to Sergeant/ Interpreter. Led bilateral communication between Korean and U.S. personnel, supported executive-level operations, and developed discipline, leadership, and cross-cultural fluency.

Education

BFA at University of Michigan
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2028

Qualifications

Global Scholars Program
January 1, 2024 - April 19, 2026
Silas H. Rhodes Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - April 19, 2026
LTC Seth R. Orell, 1962 JCG Scholarship
January 1, 2020 - April 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet