SOYOUNG CHOE
Wakefield
Summary
MACO student at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and former designer, seeking to join Chi Sigma Iota to grow as a counselor who truly walks alongside others. I am committed to creating a space where people feel seen, understood, and valued, offering care with compassion, patience, and Christlike love.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Sunday School Teacher
Nazazim Church
Burlington
08.2020 - 08.2025
- Led Sunday School classes for children aged 6 to 11, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Facilitated engaging discussions that deepened students' biblical understanding.
- Collaborated with parents to identify and address student needs, enhancing communication.
- Organized special events that strengthened community involvement and fellowship.
- Created resource materials to support teachers in delivering effective instruction.
Design Consultant
The Rockport Group
Newton
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Worked with the product team and engineers to design and develop seasonal men's footwear collection for the best execution, comfort, design, and innovation
- Explored fresh and unique design approaches catering to varied cross-category wearing occasions and consumers
- Managed sample development process, identifying and resolving fit, function, or costing issues
- Communicated with overseas office to ensure accurate product details, product quality, and timely product delivery
- Researched market trends and presented designs to merchandising and sales teams during key milestone meetings
Senior Footwear Designer
Jinny Kim Design
Seoul
01.2011 - 09.2013
- Led multiple women's design projects from concept to production, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with brand standards
- Collaborated with creative and merchandising teams to align seasonal trend direction with brand strategy, enhancing product marketability
- Coordinated with material, engineering, sales, and marketing teams throughout development cycle to streamline processes and improve product outcomes
- Communicated closely with domestic factories to ensure sample corrections, production quality, and adherence to delivery deadlines
Footwear Designer
VIDA Shoes International Inc
New York
06.2005 - 08.2010
- Executed all phases of design from concept to final product, integrating trend analysis, hand sketching, technical specifications, material sourcing, and prototype development to ensure cohesive collection delivery
- Designed women's and children's licensed footwear collections for Jambu and Southpole, aligning creative vision with market trends
- Collaborated with overseas development teams to refine prototypes, adjust patterns, and finalize product details, enhancing production accuracy
- Traveled both domestically and internationally for trade shows, market research, and sample development
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary
South Hamilton, MA01-2028
Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Industrial Design
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI05-2004
Skills
- Effective communication
- Presentation skills
- Creative Problem Solving
- Project management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Time Management
- Market research
- Microsoft Office
- Visual communication
- Adobe creative suite
- Data analysis
- Korean-English bilingual
Timeline
Design Consultant
The Rockport Group
03.2022 - 07.2023
Elementary Sunday School Teacher
Nazazim Church
08.2020 - 08.2025
Senior Footwear Designer
Jinny Kim Design
01.2011 - 09.2013
Footwear Designer
VIDA Shoes International Inc
06.2005 - 08.2010
Master of Arts - Counseling
Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary
Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Industrial Design
Rhode Island School of Design