Graphic designer and visual effects/video editor focused on creating engaging motion and brand experiences. I generate content for music campaigns, build end-to-end UI/UX concepts, and maintain consistent visual identity across projects. I’m passionate about translating cultural and pop-trend research into strong viewer engagement, while also leading design efforts in organizations and teaching art curriculum for youth.

Edward Young Cho

Graphic designer and visual effects/video editor focused on creating engaging motion and brand experiences. I generate content for music campaigns, build end-to-end UI/UX concepts, and maintain consistent visual identity across projects. I’m passionate about translating cultural and pop-trend research into strong viewer engagement, while also leading design efforts in organizations and teaching art curriculum for youth.

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Graphic designer and visual effects/video editor focused on creating engaging motion and brand experiences. I generate content for music campaigns, build end-to-end UI/UX concepts, and maintain consistent visual identity across projects.

I’m passionate about translating cultural and pop-trend research into strong viewer engagement, while also leading design efforts in organizations and teaching art curriculum for youth.

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Language

Korean
Intermediate
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Multimedia Freelancer (Visual Effects Artist and Video Editor) at Freelance
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provided visual effects and video editing for music artist campaigns. Managed social media content creation, producing music videos and motion design that generated over $2.5k in freelance commission revenue. A TikTok video featuring commissioned work reached 2.8M+ views, increasing brand exposure. Conducted market research on industry and pop-culture trends to improve viewer engagement and content relevance.
Design Chair & Executive Board Treasurer at Chi Sigma Tau National Fraternity Inc. (Alpha Chapter)
April 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026
Designed flyers for in-person events and inter-org collaborations to promote cultural awareness on campus. Maintained consistency in branding and visual identity to support chapter recognition and community engagement. Managed budgets and chapter funds to organize events for the student body.
Director of Art Curriculum & Language Faculty Assistant at West Alliance Korean School
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2025
Integrated Korean culture into student projects while teaching and engaging underprivileged youth in the community. Collaborated with language faculty to design and facilitate innovative and engaging activities. Developed and implemented age-appropriate art curricula to foster creativity, cultural awareness, and student engagement.
Lead Designer and Video Editor at Team Neptune Gaming Group & Organization
July 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
Founded and led a creative organization with 15+ content creators, overseeing brand and visual identity. Designed 30+ brand assets including logos, banners, thumbnails, and editing videos for multiple media platforms. Produced video content for the group’s YouTube channel, contributing to growth to 1,000+ subscribers.

Education

Bachelor of Design in Graphic Design at University of Illinois-Chicago (UIC)
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization