Grace Ahn
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Detail-oriented AI Data Annotation Specialist with over 9 years of proven expertise in managing diverse projects within dynamic environments. Extensive experience in editing and quality assurance across creative and educational fields, ensuring precision and clarity in communication. Skilled in providing structured feedback and adapting instruction to individual needs, enhancing understanding and performance. Passionate about leveraging strong analytical skills to meet the unique demands of data annotation, contributing effectively to successful project outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Artist Manager & Booking Agent
Grace Note Agency
01.2022 - Current
- Edited and quality-checked professional written materials (artist bios, pitches, press copy, itineraries, technical riders) to ensure clarity, tone, and accuracy.
- Coordinated and reviewed contracts and agreements between artists, labels, venues, and other professionals; verified key terms and ensured alignment across parties.
- Evaluated communications for internal logic and consistency (dates, routing, fees, deliverables); identified errors and proposed concise revisions.
- Produced structured written feedback for collaborators and clients; iterated swiftly based on requirements and quality standards.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects asynchronously; prioritized tasks independently and delivered reliably without supervision.
ESL Tutor (Korean Students)
Self-Employed
03.2014 - Current
- Evaluated Korean learners’ English writing for grammar, clarity, tone, and natural phrasing; rewrote sentences while preserving meaning.
- Provided structured feedback and error explanations to enhance fluency, coherence, and vocabulary precision.
- Created lesson materials and practice prompts tailored to student goals (conversation, writing, interview preparation, academic English).
- Offered detailed, constructive feedback and tracked progress over time using notes and error patterns.
- Monitored progress and recurring error patterns using notes and spreadsheets; adjusted instruction based on results.
- Reviewed short-form responses for logic, consistency, and context; flagged unclear wording and suggested improved phrasing.
Executive Assistant
Life Worshiper
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Supported day-to-day executive operations for an organization serving international clients; managed scheduling, email communication, and administrative logistics.
- Translated and proofread English–Korean communications and documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and culturally appropriate tone.
- Prepared and edited client-facing materials (emails, summaries, instructions) while maintaining organized digital records.
- Coordinated with internal teams and external partners to confirm requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and maintained consistent follow-through on deadlines.
English–Korean Translator (Subtitles)
CJ Entertainment
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Translated English video content into natural, culturally appropriate Korean subtitles, maintaining meaning, tone, and timing.
- Edited and refined subtitle lines for readability, concision, and fluency within character/space limits.
- Ensured accuracy of names, terminology, and context; flagged unclear source segments and proposed alternatives.
- Conducted quality checks for consistency across episodes/clips (style, honorifics, punctuation, and register).
- Delivered revisions on deadline and communicated changes clearly with production team stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology & Human Evolutionary Studies
Seoul National University
Seoul, South Korea08.2022
Skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Error detection & correction
- Deadline-driven remote work
- AI-generated content evaluation
- Proofreading & editing
- Structured written feedback
- Korean localization and cultural adaptation
- Time management and high-volume task delivery
Accomplishments
- Research focus: social psychology and human–machine interaction, embracing quantitative research, academic writing, and critical evaluation of empirical findings.
- Publication: Cha, Y. J., Baek, S., Ahn, G., Lee, H., Lee, B., Shin, J. E., & Jang, D. (2020). Compensating for the loss of human distinctiveness: The use of social creativity under Human Machine comparisons. Computers in Human Behavior, 103, 80–90.
- Student Research Award, College of Social Sciences (2017). Top GPA Scholarship Recipient (Highest GPA in cohort) (2018).
- Poster Presenter, Society for Personality and Social Psychology (SPSP) International Convention, San Antonio (2017)
LANGUAGES
English - Native
Native or Bilingual
Korean - Native
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Artist Manager & Booking Agent
Grace Note Agency
01.2022 - Current
Executive Assistant
Life Worshiper
01.2019 - 10.2019
English–Korean Translator (Subtitles)
CJ Entertainment
08.2017 - 12.2017
ESL Tutor (Korean Students)
Self-Employed
03.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology & Human Evolutionary Studies
Seoul National University