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Hello! I’m a detail-oriented researcher and virtual assistant who enjoys organizing information and turning research into clear, useful results. I have experience with: • Virtual Assistant • Market research • Online research and data collection • Organizing data in spreadsheets • Travel research and planning • Finding and comparing businesses, venues, and services With a background in psychology and research methods, I’m especially interested in understanding how people make decisions and how information can support better choices. In previous projects, I have researched event venues, organized detailed travel plans, and collected structured data to help clients save time and make informed decisions. I’m comfortable working with large amounts of information and presenting it in a structured and easy-to-understand format. If you need someone who is reliable, organized, and focused on delivering accurate research, I’d be happy to help with your project. Let’s work together!

As an Expert-Vetted (Upwork’s top 1%) Market Researcher, Social Media Strategist, and Copywriter, I help businesses understand their target consumers, develop social media marketing strategies, and write copy and create marketing assets (emails, brochures, blog articles, videos, images). 🌐 Fully Remote & Reliable: I've been working remotely and collaborating with global teams in diverse industries since 2008. I'm familiar with Zoom, Slack, and Google and Microsoft collaboration tools for remote collaboration. 🐈 Driven by Curiosity: I use my curiosity to thoroughly understand my client’s (= YOUR) business and goals. 🔍 As a market researcher, I analyze your target consumers and competitors to develop effective social marketing strategies. ✍ As a Korean/English bilingual copywriter, I write copy that reflects your brand identity and resonates with your consumers by matching your offerings with your target consumers' needs/wants. To do so, I also apply my knowledge of neuroscience to copywriting. ❤️ Motivated by Passion: My passion is to connect businesses with the right consumers, who are looking for what YOU offer. I'm particularly interested in health, technology, pet/cat products, tourism, fashion, beauty, and consumer goods. 💬 If you feel I may be a good fit for your project, let's talk! To be part of an exciting project, I am open to adjust my rate to fit your budget. Here are some highlights of my remote freelance projects over the last five years: ▶ GutCheck, Market Research Analyst, July 2014 – Present - Conduct qualitative consumer research for global companies by moderating online discussions, analyzing consumer perceptions of products, and making recommendations for marketing optimization. - Clients I worked for span diverse industries: digital services (Google Play esports, Google Stadia, and Instagram), beauty (Johnson & Johnson, Amway Artistry, NuSkin), fashion (VANS), automotive (BMW), food (Nestle, McDonald’s), FMCG (Duracell, Kimberly-Clark), and healthcare (Providence, Cigna). ▶ Avid, Channel and Field Marketing Specialist, June 2022 - Present - Write marketing copy and create marketing assets with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and Vegas Movie Studio and post them on its Korean blog and Youtube channel. - Create landing pages for email campaigns by writing copy and working with marketing, sales, creative, and legal teams. ▶ Innocean Worldwide, Digital Marketing Strategist, April 2022 - June 2022 - Conducted competitor analysis and developed cross-border Instagram commerce strategies, including content strategy and influencer marketing strategy, for Korea’s leading fashion startup. ▶ Codec.ai, Cultural Researcher, March 2022 - Conducted research on diverse cultural topics and social media for its AI-driven cultural intelligence platform, empowering global brands to resonant content in local markets. ▶ SVL Services, Market Research Analyst, March 2021 – November 2021 - Conducted exploratory market research on global e-commerce solutions in headless commerce, including ecommerce platforms, content management systems (CMS), Progressive Web Apps (PWA), AR/VR, and beyond. ▶ Living Jin (Korean Startup), copywriter, January 2021 – March 2021 - Analyzed customer reviews on Amazon, identified main customer personas and purchase motives, conducted research on successful marketing practices in the industry, and made recommendations on social marketing strategies. - Wrote product and event copy and FAQ content for its product package, print materials, Instagram, Amazon, and Shopify pages. ▶ Brand USA, copywriter and online community manager, August 2015 - August 2020 - Conducted research on tourism trends and created and localized tourism marketing content (Facebook, Instagram, Youtube) for the Korean market. - Engaged with Korean fans daily via Sprinklr, analyzed content performance, and made recommendations on local content strategies. ▶ Macy’s, copywriter, December 2019 – March 2020, May 2021 – June 2021 - Conducted research on Korean cross-border shopping trends and created and localized marketing copy for its Korean Facebook and Twitter campaigns.

Proven Data Analyst delivering actionable insights through market research, analytics automation, and quality assurance testing. I specialize in transforming raw data into business intelligence through: 1. Market Research & Competitive Analysis – Delivered 3+ investment pitch decks with consumer tech trend analysis and audience segmentation strategies 2. Data Analytics & Dashboards – Built automated Looker Studio dashboards tracking LTV/CAC, churn, and retention metrics, reducing manual reporting time by 30% 3. QA & Game Testing – Analyzed 100+ mobile games weekly for feature tagging, user behavior patterns, and monetization strategies at Sensor Tower 4. Python Automation & Data Pipelines – Developed Python-based pipelines to extract and structure metadata across 2,000+ game titles 5. CRM Migration & Process Optimization – Led Monday.com CRM implementation Technical Stack: Data Analysis: Python (Pandas, NumPy), SQL, Excel, Google Sheets Visualization: Looker Studio, Tableau, Plotly, Kepler GL Research Tools: SurveyGizmo, market research frameworks CRM Systems: Monday.com, Salesforce Geospatial Analysis: GeoPandas, Folium, GIS tools QA/Testing: Game feature analysis, user experience testing, metadata tagging What I deliver: Comprehensive market research reports with actionable recommendations Custom dashboards with automated data workflows Detailed QA testing documentation and bug reports Clean, structured datasets ready for analysis Game analysis reports with competitive insights Recent wins: Reduced manual reporting time by 30% through dashboard automation Analyzed 100+ games weekly with detailed feature documentation Developed GPT-powered resume-matching tool for recruitment efficiency Conducted geospatial analysis identifying new service expansion zones I bring bilingual fluency (English/Korean), cross-functional collaboration experience, and a proven track record of delivering data-driven results on time. Available for: Market research projects Data entry and analysis Dashboard creation and automation QA testing and game analysis Competitive intelligence research CRM setup and optimization

Thank you for considering me for your valuable project. I have worked on different projects, and I always look for new jobs or opportunities. If I get the privilege to work with you, I guarantee that my work will be of great help to you. [Korean Native Bilingual Translator (KOR-ENG / ENG-KOR)] I am a native Korean, specializes in Korean-English Bilingual translation service with 5+ years of experience. My uniqueness is integrating localization into the translation. No Google tool or any other automatic translation, only manual translation guaranteed. [Korean Market Localization Specialist] I am a native Korean, specializes in Localization and Market Research service with 5+ years of experience. Good Localization requires accurate background information, experience, and communication skill to achieve a goal. I use both Google and Naver. Extremely familiar with searching and surfing the internet using the search engine. [Area of Experties] - General / Technical / Medical / Legal - SEO/SEM - Article Writing - Proofreading/Transcribe/Editing [Work Experience] - Researcher/Translator/PR for UAE Embassy in Seoul - Previous: Real Estate Industry Sales Assistant - Previous: Korean Representative for Collaro

* Overview [ Data Intelligence & Market Research Specialist | Accurate Analysis & Professional Reporting ] I am a results-driven professional specializing in transforming raw data into actionable business insights. With a background in tax accounting and expertise in AI-driven automation, I provide high-quality market research, meticulous data processing, and comprehensive reporting. My goal is to help businesses make informed decisions through data integrity and strategic analysis. * What I Offer A. Market Research In-depth industry analysis, competitor tracking, and consumer trend identification. B. Data Analysis Interpreting complex datasets to find meaningful patterns and business opportunities. C. Data Processing Efficient data cleaning, transformation, and structured categorization (Wrangling). D. In-depth Research Targeted information gathering and verification using advanced search techniques. E. Professional Report Writing: Creating clear, concise, and visually structured reports for stakeholders. * Pricing & Negotiation A. Hourly Rate $20/hr (Negotiable based on project complexity). B. Fixed-Price Projects Open to discussing milestones for long-term or specific output-based tasks. C. I believe in fair value for high-quality work and am always open to discussing a budget that aligns with your project goals. * Why Work With Me? A. Precision & Accuracy As a Tax Accounting major, I meticulously verify every number and objective fact to ensure absolute accuracy. B. AI-Powered Strategic Expansion In market and industry research, I leverage advanced AI tools to broaden the scope of related issues. By considering a wide range of peripheral factors, I provide insights that prepare you for unexpected contingencies and "black swan" scenarios. C. Objective Data Governance I personally verify all data sources and document the calculation process for every specific value, guaranteeing "Data Integrity" you can trust. D. Clear & Proactive Communication I ensure your requirements are perfectly met through prompt updates and a highly collaborative approach. * Skills A. Main Market Research, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Business Writing, Data Visualization. B. Sub Lead Generation, Competitor Analysis, Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets, AI Prompt Engineering, No-code Automation. * Employment History A. Independent Data Consultant | Freelance | 2020 – Present B. Completed 50+ projects across 'market research, data analysis, data processing, in-depth research' and 'professional report writing' C. Delivered exceptional client satisfaction through high-quality data processing and analytics. * I am ready to help you navigate complex data and provide the insights you need to grow. Let’s discuss how I can add value to your next project. Looking forward to working with you!