Jo SungJin

Korean Linguist

Self-Employed • Freelance

Aug 2025 - Present • 9 mos

Registered with 5 agencies in London, UK. Korean/English interpretation & translation services over domains of legal, business, tech, art, and education. Background as a professionally trained Army Linguist in US Army Garrison Humphreys from 2023. Served as a dedicated Korean/English Linguist for 18 months in the IT/Communications(6) staff of Republic of Korea - United States Combined Forces Command. Obtained English Language and Literature Bachelor's degree with valedictorian honor from National Institute of Life-Long Education during the service.

Stage Actor | Lead Performer

Seoul Shakespeare Company - Seoul • Part-time

Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 • 7 mos

Mastered complex classical texts and delivered performances for diverse international audiences, requiring high-level memorization and vocal precision. Contributed to promotional efforts to bridge English-language theatre with local Korean audiences. Collaborated with a multicultural cast and crew, navigating cross-cultural communication to meet tight rehearsal deadlines and technical requirements. Ensuring artistic consistency over a multi-week run, contributing to a professional-grade English-language production within Seoul's premier theatre district.

Army Linguist in IT/Comms (Korean-English Interpreter)

ROK-US Combined Forces Command / US Army Garrison Humphreys - Pyeongtaek, South Korea • Full-time

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 • 1 yr 11 mos

Served as a primary linguist for three (3) large-scale ROK-US Combined Exercises (UFS, FS) ensuring seamless multilateral communication amongst UNC / US and ROK officials(CIV & MIL). Spearheaded linguistic operations for two (2) C5ISRT Summits (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting) coordinating complex technical and strategic communications among Korean and anglophone(FIVE EYES / UN Command) officials. Language interpretation for high-level military briefings, strategic communications, and ceremonial events. Translated Secret and time-sensitive documents, ensuring discretion and accuracy under strict security protocols Collaborated directly with senior officers, diplomatic personnel, and civilian staff across diverse international teams