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Yoon Ji KIM

San Diego

Summary

Offering a strong analytical mindset and passion for brand strategy, ready to learn and grow in a Brand Strategy Intern role. Experienced in market research, competitive analysis, and consumer insights through projects in the health supplement and activewear industries. Identified white space opportunities, analyzed consumer trends, and developed branding strategies to enhance market positioning. Skilled in problem-solving, data-driven decision-making, and strategic brand development in fast-paced environments.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Onriikorea
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Market Research & Competitive Analysis: Conducted an in-depth analysis of domestic and international (Japan, U.S.) health supplement markets, evaluating the top 30 brands, emerging product trends, and portfolio strategies.
  • White Space Identification: Identified gaps in the Korean health supplement market, leading to the proposal of hearing health, thyroid support, and bladder health supplements based on consumer demand and market viability.
  • Product Strategy Development: Conducted demand analysis, competitor benchmarking, and target consumer profiling to craft strategic launch plans for each supplement, outlining differentiation, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.

Intern

Verish
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Product Strategy & Consumer Insights: Analyzed Verish’s activewear line, identifying key success factors. Recommended comfort-driven marketing for sports bras and emphasized design aesthetics and body-sculpting fit for activewear tops.
  • Branding & Logo Play: Developed a logo visibility strategy for Verish’s transition into activewear—proposed compact lettering for apparel and bold logo applications for accessories like bags and hats, referencing Zexymix and Alo.
  • Competitor Analysis: Conducted a multi-year brand evolution study of domestic activewear leaders, tracking consumer sentiment and reviewing product adaptation strategies.
  • Market Research: Investigated Aerie’s brand growth to identify key differentiators in inclusivity, influencer marketing, and product diversification

Education

Non-degree Exchange Program - Anthropology

University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA

Bachelor's Degree - Cultural Anthropology

Yonsei Univeristy
Seoul, South Korea
02-2026

Skills

  • Market Research & Competitive Analysis
  • Consumer Insights & Trend Analysis
  • Positive attitude
  • Organized and efficient

Languages

English
Professional Working
Korean
Native or Bilingual

Interests

Active member of a university dance club, consistently engaging in performances and choreography Passionate about dance as a creative and physical outlet, exploring various styles and collaborating with fellow dancers to refine technique and stage performances

Timeline

Intern

Onriikorea
01.2025 - 02.2025

Intern

Verish
07.2024 - 08.2024

Non-degree Exchange Program - Anthropology

University of California, San Diego

Bachelor's Degree - Cultural Anthropology

Yonsei Univeristy
Yoon Ji KIM