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SemiN KIM

Story | Pre-development | animation

HELLO・안녕・こんにちは

Hi, I'm Semin—an Animation student and Visual Storyteller. I bring imagination into life through storyboards, concept arts, and animations. Welcome!​​​

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#Storyteller #Pre-development
#Animation #Multilingual #SCAD

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EDUCATION

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Seoul Art High School | 2021-2024
Savannah College of Art and Design | 2024~
 

HONORS & AWARDS

- Featured Artworks in the 2025 Art Textbook (Korean National Art Curriculum) for "CLOUD BOY", 2025

- 24h Animation Contest, Ranked 94th out of 559 teams, 2024
- 24h Animation Contest, Ranked 22nd out of 800 teams, 2025

- High school poster design Awards, 2021

- Highest Honor in Sculpture, 2021

- Highest Honor in Japanese Language, 2022

- Highest Honor in Art Theory, 2023​

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EXHIBITIONS

​- Animation “CLOUD BOY” featured on a Tokyo Shinjuku Billboard | 2024

Showcased an original animation on a prominent billboard in Shinjuku, Tokyo.

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- Group Exhibition “720 Degree” | Insa-dong, Seoul | 2023

One of six selected student artists. Received positive media coverage in Japanese outlets.

 

- Graduation Art Show, Seoul Art High School | 2024

Presented two animation videos and sold original postcards.

 

- SEOMIJEON Art Show, Seoul Art High School | 2022

Presented animation film; received strong reviews from teachers and guests.

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- Drawing Art Show, Seoul Art High School | 2021

Displayed illustration work created over several months.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

- Art Instructor | Ani-force Art Academy | 2024  
Taught high school students preparing portfolios for animation, comics, and game design majors.  
Provided demonstrations in figure drawing, perspective, and storytelling.  

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- Tour Guide & Translator | U.S. Art and College Exploration Tour  
(Hosted by Korea Art Promotion Association) | 2025  
Guided and translated for students visiting prestigious U.S. East Coast universities and major art museums.  
Provided interpretation and cultural support throughout the program.
 

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

- Mad High School (Rock Band)'s Lead Guitarist | 2021~2023

Formed a school rock band and performed throughout school events such as school

festival. Was Invited to perform at local venues as well.

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Journalism/Publication

- Shiny Artist (School Magazine)'s Photographer | 2022~2023

As an official school photographer, took photos at school events, edited them, as well as created short video clips

Student Leader of Unlimited Impressions (Organization of Student film studio)

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- Student Leader of Unlimited Impressions (Organization of Student Film Studio) | 2022~2023

As a chief student video creator, filmed school related events and stories. Produced several films for student groups and clubs as requested,

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- Student Leader Creative Earthians-International Club | 2021~2023

As a member of an international club that promoted study abroad, I assisted to create successful events such as KPD and college visits.

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- President of Listening: Student Book Club | 2021

Organized a student reading club in which we selected major literature books, discussed them, and created

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- Student Volunteer for City Mural Challenge | 2022

Participated in cleaning city streets and walls and created artistic city murals as student artists

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- President for Japanese Club | 2021~2023

As a president and fluent Japanese language speaker, created Japanese language courses & animation movie nights, and other activities.

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