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Geon Dong Kim Professor

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    M604

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    geon705@naver.com

Assigned Teaching Subject

Thinking Forum(3), Information Design(1)(2), Interface Design(1)(2), Design Convergence Studio(4)(5)

Level of Education

Seoul National University, Department of Design(Visual Design - Media Design), Doctor of Design
Rhode Island School of Design, USA, Department of Digital+Media, Honor Student, Master of Fine Arts, Providence, RI
HongIk University, Seoul, Department of Visual Communication Design, Master of Fine Arts
HongIk University, Department of Advertising Design, Honor Student, Bachelor of Fine Arts

Career

2009 - current : Professor, School of Design Convergence, Hongik University
2020 - current : Director of the Career Development Center, Hongik University
2016 - current : Executive Director(Academic Branch), KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science)
2016 - current : Executive Director, The HCI Society of Korea
2019 - 2020 : Visiting Scholar, Art, Art History & Visual Studies, Duke University, NC, USA
2017 - 2019 : Deputy head of student affairs, Hongik University
2017 - 2018 : Organizing Committee Co-Chair, The HCI Society of Korea
2007 - 2009 : Information, Interaction Designer, Tellart LLC., RI, USA
2005 - 2007 : Web/Interactive Media Designer, RISD, RI, USA
2002 - 2005 : Adjunct Professor, Department of Digital Media Design, Hongik University
2001 - 2004 : Design Director, NCSOFT Corporation

Field of Study

Information Design, Interface Design, UX Design, Experimental Platform Design, Meaning Making

Dissertation

2022 : A study on the meaning generation of information according to the Gestalt's Principle of Visual Perception
2021 : Suggestion of Video-based Translation Service Design through Analysis of Culture in Video, Journal of Digital Contents Society
2021 : Suggestion of AI Elementary Writing Learning App Service based on Conversational Chatbot Character, Journal of Digital Contents Society
2021 : Suggestion of a Design Method Based on the Types of Combined Icons from a Semiotics Perspective, Journal of Digital Contents Society
2020 : A Guideline for 3D Object's shadow Representation : Based on Categories of AR Application Services, Journal of Digital Contents Society
2020 : Suggestion of AI English Learning App Service based on Real-Time V-Log Contents, Journal of Digital Contents Society
2020 : Suggestion of Visualization Types of Historical Information based on the Relation of Multi-layered Information, Journal of Digital Contents Society, 2020
2019 : A Study on User Preference according to the types of answer in Emotional Conversation with AI speaker, 2019 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Fall International Conference
2019 : A Study on the Connection Types of GUI Components According to the Control Methods of Circular TUI, Journal of Digital Contents Society, 2019
2018 : A mobile application to learn coding concepts using dancing motion, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Fall International Conference
2018 : A Web platform based on Artificial Intelligence using speech recognition, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Fall International Conference
2018 : Mobile applications for elementary school students using voice recognition-based Rap lyrics notes, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Fall International Conference
2018 : An Interactive Installation of Korean History Beauty Culture by Using Face Detection, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Fall International Conference
2018 : Personal dietary lifestyle management application using surfing experience, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Fall International Conference
2018 : A Study on the Application of Responsive Web by Types of Information for Flexible Display, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Fall International Conference
2018 : Suggestion of guidelines on how to represent dotted line design according to the types of dotted line, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Spring International Conference
2018 : An Improvement Project of Sign Language Recognition through visual typography of dynamic sign language components, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Spring International Conference
2018 : A Study on the Preference of Angle-Applied Design based on Golden Angle, 2018 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Spring International Conference
2018 : Personalized Health based Travel Planning Service App for Active Senior, PROCEEDINGS OF HCI KOREA 2019
2018 : Suggestion of utilization methods of interface design that is the connection between transparent and flexible display, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2017 : An english learning mobile application using english fairytale based on chatbot, 2017 KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) Fall International Conference, 2017
2017 : A projection mapping based Interactive installation that matches traditional knot information with the shape of natural objects, 2017 KSDS Fall International Conference
2017 : A mobile application to support effective management of laziness by providing personalized calendar with behavioral guideline, 2017 KSDS Fall International Conference
2017 : An interactive installation to help finding personal leisure type and living guide for YOLO life, 2017 KSDS Fall International Conference, 2017
2017 : Interactive installations to help understanding of differences between east and west proportions, 2017 KSDS Spring International Conference, 2017
2017 : Analysis of Information Design Perspective on Korea’s Unique Assets Containing Symbols of Circle, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2016 : Interactive installation connected with the emotion of Classical music and the language of flowers, 2016 KSDS Fall International Conference
2016 : Installation of chemistry education using assembled element model and table designed like the periodic table, 2016 KSDS Fall International Conference
2016 : A mobile application for singing class using interactive lyrics based on Hangeul typography, 2016 KSDS Fall International Conference
2016 : UX Design based on the Types of Platform and Usage of Circular Interface, 2016 KSDS Spring International Conference, 2016
2016 : Suggestion of Utilization Methods of Information Design based on the Types of Usage in OLED Displays, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2015 : Educational Contents of Architecture Using Interactive Toy Block for Children, 2015 KSDS Fall International Conference
2015 : An interactive calendar showing work processes of artists by projection mapping, 2015 KSDS Fall International Conference
2015 : User Participating Installation about Visualization of Personal Happiness Index, 2015 KSDS Fall International Conference
2015 : Sustainable Transport System: A Wheel Based Interactive Information Installation, CHI EA '15
2015 : Persuasion effect by user type on photo and vector graphic based information visualization in Quantitative Information Design, Journal of Basic Design & Art,
2015 : The Preference of Icon Simplification Levels for Online Shopping Malls Depending on the User Group, Journal of korean society of design science
2015 : Sustainable transport system: A wheel based interactive information installation, Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems - Proceedings
2015 : Representation methods of Information Design based on the process of sales for Insurance Application in Smartpad, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2015 : The preference of simplification for Smartphone OS icons in terms of meaning and representation by user type, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2014 : Representation methods of Information Design Linking Physical Objects with Digital Content, Journal of Basic Design & Art, 2014
2014 : Interactive installation be made out of MBTI personality type theory and fragrance information, 2014 KSDS Fall International Conference
2014 : Mingle: Waltz Wearable Device for blind and non-blind, 2014 KSDS Fall International Conference
2014 : Look back into a history of extinct animals by winding a spring, 2014 KSDS Fall International Conference
2014 : Know yourself: Self-portrait with emotion expressed in the EEG data, 2014 KSDS Fall International Conference
2014 : A study on the preference of simplification level for visualized Icon types between designer and non-designer groups, 2014 KSDS Spring International Conference
2013 : Participatory installation for the mythology of jewels with paintings, 2013 KSDS Fall International Conference
2013 : An application research on efficient study of money for kids, 2013 KSDS Fall International Conference
2013 : User Participating Installation about Paper Making Process, 2013 KSDS Fall International Conference
2013 : Interactive installation that provides an emotional experience through Dadeumi, 2013 KSDS Fall International Conference, 2013
2013 : An interactive installation that audience learns rhythm about Namsadang Pungmulnori by beating a drum, 2013 KSDS Fall International Conference
2013 : YOROKE : An interactive photowall that brings people's participation, 2013 KSDS Fall International Conference
2013 : Reinterpretation and Visualization of Masterpiece using Isometric method, 2013 KSDS Spring International Conference
2013 : Smart door lock concept design through weather sonification, 2013 KSDS Spring International Conference
2013 : A Study on the App design of Imaginary fitting Experience for effective fitting - Focused on the Fusion Hanbok, 2013 KSDS Spring International Conference
2013 : A study on the UX Design of Insurance Application for Smartpad, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2012 : A study on the UX Design of Magazine Applications for the Tablet PC, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2011 : A study on the use and needs in LBSNS(Local Based Social Network Service)application to the 4 levels of human activity of Ben Shneiderman's theory, 2011 JDCS(Journal of Digital Contents Society)Conference
2011 : A Study on the User Experience Design based on the Types of usage of Smart Pad, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2010 : A Study on the Efficient Ways of Representing Information Design using Augmented Reality, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2010 : A Study on the Ways of Representing Chronological Information in Interactive Installation, Journal of Basic Design & Art
2010 : Information kiosk design using augmented reality, 2010 KSDS Fall International Conference
2010 : A Study on the ways of improvement of Brand App through case studies, 2010 JDCS(Journal of Digital Contents Society)

Research Subject

2014 : A Proposal of Next-Generation Smart TV UX Scenario for Samsung Electronics, Seoul National University
2014 : A Suggestion of differentiated wearable form factors for Samsung Electronics, Seoul National University
2014 : A next-generation UX design project of KizON for LG Electronics, Seoul National University
2011 : Design department contract operation business 2011, KIDP(Korea Institute of Design Promotion)
2010 : Design department contract operation business 2010, KIDP(Korea Institute of Design Promotion)
2009 : WDC(World Design Capital Seoul) 2010, Interactive Installation for Seoul Design Foundation, Seoul City

Award

2018 : Outstanding Faculty Advisor award 2018, Award given in recognition of contribution to thesis writing guidance(2018 Spring and Fall International Conference)
2017 : Outstanding Faculty Advisor award 2017, Award given in recognition of contribution to thesis writing guidance(2017 Spring and Fall International Conference)
2016 : Outstanding Faculty Advisor award 2016, Award given in recognition of contribution to thesis writing guidance
2015 : Best Paper Award of the Year, KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science) 2015
2013 : Outstanding Faculty Advisor award 2013, Award given in recognition of contribution to thesis writing guidance
2007 : Honorable Mention Winner, Adobe Achievement Design Awards 2007, Title: “The Book Reads You”
2007 : Finalist, SIGGRAPH 2007 (Space Time competition), Title: “History of Sundials”
2007 : Finalist, SIGGRAPH 2007 (Space Time competition), Title: “The Book Reads You”
2007 : Selected Next Generation Design Leader of Korea, Government of Korea, KIDP(Korea Institute of Design Promotion), Granted $30,000, 2007
2006 - 2007 : Honors Student Award, Rhode Island School of Design(RISD), RI, USA
2006 : Theme the Gigabit Connection, Microsoft Research Competition, Title: “Optilife”
2005-2007 : Scholarship Award(Fellowship and Assistantship), RISD, RI USA
2005 : Best Lecturer Award, Hongik University, Seoul, Korea
1993 : Selected The 6th LGAD Ads Contest Award
1992 : Selected The 29th Chosun Daily News Ads Contest Award
1991 : Selected The 4th LGAD Ads Contest Award

Exhibition

2016 : A Study on the UX Design based on the Types of Platform and Usage of Circular Interface, Doctor of Design, Graduation Thesis Exhibition, MoA(Museum of Art), Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea.
2015 : Sustainable Transport System: A Wheel Based Interactive Information Installation, CHI 2015 CROSSINGS, Interactivity Exhibition, COEX, Seoul, South Korea.
2014 : Sustainable Transport System based on the History of Road, International Urban Media Design Exhibition, WooSuk-Hall, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea.
2009 : World Design Capital Seoul 2010, Hongik University station, Seoul Subway Line 2, Seoul, South Korea. Media Installation project.
2007 : The Book Reads You, 2007 Adobe Design Achievement Awards Exhibition, Adobe Systems, San Francisco, CA, USA
2007 : History of Sundials, ACM SIGGRAPH (SpaceTime Competition 2007), Convention Center, San Diego, CA, USA
2007 : The Book Reads You, ACM SIGGRAPH (SpaceTime Competition 2007), Convention Center, San Diego, CA, USA
2007 : History of Time Keeping Tools, Rhode Island School of Design(Thesis Exhibition), Convention center, RI, USA
2006 : Optilife, 2006 Theme the Gigabit Connection, Microsoft Research competition, Microsoft Research Center, Seattle, WA, USA
2004 : Game booth Design for NCsoft as a design team leader, E3 Game Show 2004, Convention center, LA, USA.
2004 : Game booth Design for NCsoft as a design team leader, China Game Show(CGS 2004), CHINA.
2003 : Game booth Design for NCsoft as a design team leader, Tokyo Game Show(TGS 2003), JAPAN, Tokyo.
2003 : Game booth Design for NCsoft as a design team leader, E3 Game Show 2003, Convention center, LA, USA.
2002 : Game booth Design for NCsoft as a design team leader, Tokyo Game Show(TGS 2002), JAPAN.
2002 : Game booth Design for NCsoft as a design team leader, KAMEX, COEX, Seoul, South Korea.
2002 : Game booth Design for NCsoft as a design team leader, SEK, COEX, Seoul, South Korea.
2000 : Clean Thinking 365days, Baksang Exhibition Hall, Seoul, South Korea.
2000 : Oullim, East Asian Poster Exhibition, KIDP Exhibition Hall, Seoul, South Korea.
1999 : Oullim, The Great Harmony, The Exhibition of The Ethnic Korean Contemporary Posters, KIDP Exhibition Hall, Seoul, South Korea.
1999 : Oullim, International Fax Exhibition, Seoul Arts Center, Seoul, South Korea.

External Activity

2016 - current : Executive Director(Academic Branch), KSDS(Korea Society of Design Science)
2016 - current : Executive Director, The HCI Society of Korea
2020 - current : Sejong Regional Human Resources Development Committee Member, Sejong City
2017 - 2018 : Organizing Committee Co-Chair, The HCI Society of Korea(Preparing for the HCIK 2018 Conference)
2016 : Judge, Seoul Metropolitan Government, Public Affairs Office
2015 : Professional Judge, Chosun Ilbo Advertising Awards
2012 : Jury Member, Yeosu Expo Organizing Committee Yeosu Expo
2010 : Advisory member, KT Gwanghwamun office, Media installation project