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Born in 1999 in Seoul, South Korea, Young Jun Kim's passion for art led him to a career in jewelry design. His journey began at Fork Union Military Academy in Virginia, and he honed his creativity at Idyllwild Arts Academy in California, a pivotal moment for his future.

After high school in New York and pursuing a BFA in Jewelry Design at Pratt Institute, Young Jun faced an interruption due to COVID-19, leading to mandatory military service in South Korea. He returned to New York in 2022, immersing himself in the art scene.

During an internship at "Title of Work," a prominent jewelry design firm, he participated in key exhibitions like New York City Jewelry Week and gained recognition in a leading jewelry magazine as one of 50 featured artists.

Graduating from Pratt in 2024, he became a Fine Jewelry Jeweler at Krainz Creations, crafting pieces for clients such as Harry Winston. Young Jun is committed to advancing his craft with innovation and artistry, promising a bright future in the jewelry design industry.

[EXPERIENCES]
Present                 Krainz Creations Jeweler

2023                      Internship (Title of Work)

2020 – 2022       Republic of Korea Army, 1st Infantry Division 
                                Discharged on 2022-02-02 as an E5 Sergeant and Squad Leader

 

[PRESS]

2024                     NYCJW Discover

2024                     SNAG  x San Diego Conference conference exhibition

2024                     SAC The Nature of Imperfection: Jewelry and Adornment Selected Artist

2024                     Thesis Exhibition at Brooklyn, NY

2023                     SNAG Editorial Photo Call

2023                     NYCJW x Lindstrom exhibition
2023                     SNAG 2023 Juried Student Exhibition
2023                     Pratt Institute (Brooklyn, NY), Junior Jewelry Exhibition
2016                     Spotcolor Institute of Art & Design (Seoul, Korea), Student Painting Exhibition

[AWARDS]

2024                   “AC Hand Made” Magazine / Web Design Book

2024                    SAC The Nature of Imperfection: Jewelry and Adornment Selected Artist

2023                    SNAG Educational Endowment Scholarship

2023                    Medal design winner. The design selected for the conferral of the Pratt Distinguished Teacher’s Award
2023                    Winner. Platinum Guild International x Pratt DNA platinum design competition
2023                    Pratt International Merit Scholarship 

[SKILLS]


Surface Modeling
Rhino, Maya

3D Graphics
Keyshot

Adobe Software
Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects

Manufacturing

3D Printing, Laser cut, Technical Drawing, Gold and metal smithing skills include hand fabrication in base and precious metals, all methods of hand construction, etching, welding, casting, model making, mold making,  sinking/ raising, and chasing and repousee, Laser Welding. Skills in other materials include plastics, papers, fibers, resins, woodworking/ carving, Leather working, and Fashion design
 

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