Hong Kim is a graphic designer from South Korea, based in the Netherlands.…

Hong Kim

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Hong Kim is a graphic designer from South Korea, based in the Netherlands.…

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Hong Kim is a graphic designer from South Korea, based in the Netherlands.

Language

Korean
Fluent
English
Advanced
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led exhibition & spatial graphics for the Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo Doha (1.8M+ visitors, award-winning). Built global brand assets and merch/merchandise systems for Prot Labs (US & Europe roll-out). Directed UX strategy and visual identity for Popschool digital platform.
Junior Art Director at Liganova (Nike Retail EMEA)
October 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Art directed retail & spatial graphics for Nike SP23 campaign across 6 EU capitals. Developed scalable visual systems for multi-tier store environments. Led trend research for traffic-driving retail strategy.
Senior Brand Designer at Vlisco Group
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2022
Led 13+ global campaigns including the €10M ‘Secret Garden’. Maintained unified brand identity across digital, social, and campaign platforms. Managed production quality for 700+ OOH billboards across 5 African countries.
Junior Graphic Designer at Practice
August 1, 2014 - August 1, 2017
Developed visual identities and exhibitions for museums and cultural institutions. Translated complex information into infographics and publications for public and academic programs. Led production of 15+ publications and 8 exhibitions, ensuring design integrity.

Education

Graphic Design at ARTEZ University of the Arts
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Information & Knowledge Design at Kaywon University of Art & Design
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Gold Muse Design Award - Saudi Pavilion, Expo Doha
January 1, 2024 - May 22, 2026
Bronze Clio Award - 'Secret Garden', Vlisco
January 1, 2022 - May 22, 2026
Nominee Dutch Design Awards - 'Fest of Movement', Vlisco
January 1, 2022 - May 22, 2026

Industry Experience

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