SOMIN LEE
London
Summary
A highly motivated and creative professional with hands-on experience in social media management, event coordination, and international engagement. Equipped with a strong background in managing large-scale sports events and media relations, demonstrating advanced communication and management skills. Currently pursuing a Master's in Sports Marketing at Loughborough University, with a passion for contributing to the Global Education Alliance's mission of promoting international education to students.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PR Team Member & Social Media Content Creator
2024 Asia Rugby 7s Series
Souh Korea
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Created engaging Instagram Reels & visual content to increase event awareness and online engagement for Asia Rugby 7s Series.
- Managed event zone, collaborating with team members to ensure smooth operations and audience interaction.
Games Management Team Manager
Gangwon2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games Committee
Gangwon State, Republic of Korea
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Led cross-functional collaboration and communication efforts, ensuring smooth operations and aligning organizational objectives during large-scale sports events.
- Developed stakeholder engagement strategies through structured communication, aligning with organizational objectives.
- Organized and led over 50 team meetings, tracked progress, and provided forums for discussion, ensuring successful event management across 4 key competition venues.
International Coordinator
Korea Para Rowing Association
Seoul, Republic of Korea
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Coordinated over 5 international competitions annually for the Korea national rowing team, managing schedules, accommodations, and flights for 30+ referees, coaches, and medical committee members through effective communication with external service providers.
- Established communication with international federations, ensuring the seamless execution of classification workshops, training camps, and competitions.
- Managed in-person and virtual events, building strong relationships with stakeholders and external service companies.
Water Polo Press/Photo Manager
The 18th FINA World Championships Gwangju Organizing Committee
Gwangju, Republic of Korea
07.2019 - 07.2019
- Managed press relations and media coordination for FINA World Championships, facilitating communication with journalists and broadcasters.
- Organized and assisted with 3 major press conferences and managed over 50 mixed zone interviews during the event. mixed zone interviews during the event.
Education
Master of Science - Sports Marketing
Loughborough University
London, United Kingdom 09.2024 -
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education and Science
Yongin University
Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea 03.2018 - 08.2022
Skills
- Social Media Management: Experienced with Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
- Content Creation: Expertise in creating engaging content for diverse audiences, including social media posts and Reels
- Event Management: Successfully coordinated international sports events and managed engagement zones
- PR and Media Relations: Experience managing press relations and communication strategies for large-scale events
- Multilingual: Native Korean, proficient in English, conversational Japanese Knowledge of Chinese Mandarin
- Market Research: Conducted research and analysis to inform marketing strategies
- Team Collaboration & Communication: Worked closely with diverse teams in fast-paced environments
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Social Media and Data Research Support
Seoul, Republic of Korea, April 2021 – June 2021
- Conducted research on athletes’ profiles for media content, curated captions, and created engaging social media content, aligning with journalism’s focus on storytelling and audience engagement.
- Gathered and analyzed data to generate insights for social media campaigns, which demonstrates your capability in researching and presenting facts
Affiliations
- Badminton
Accomplishments
Awarded an Excellent Study prize scholarship for 3 years (4 semester)
Yongin University International Student Supporter, Volunteer March 2019 – November 2019
AUSF Asian University Cheerleading Championship, Kazakhstan Team Manager August 2019
Seoul Foundation for Arts and Culture, Interpreter September 2018
Yongin University Athlete Supporter, Member March 2018 – December 2018
Timeline
Master of Science - Sports Marketing
Loughborough University
09.2024 -
PR Team Member & Social Media Content Creator
2024 Asia Rugby 7s Series
07.2024 - 09.2024
Games Management Team Manager
Gangwon2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games Committee
12.2023 - 02.2024
International Coordinator
Korea Para Rowing Association
01.2022 - 12.2023
Water Polo Press/Photo Manager
The 18th FINA World Championships Gwangju Organizing Committee
07.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education and Science
Yongin University
03.2018 - 08.2022
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