About Me.
Turning Curiosity into Creative Solutions
My name is Seunghee Son, and I am a designer passionate about user-centered design. With 8 years at Samsung Electronics, I’ve developed a knack for creating innovative and functional products and experiences.
Currently, I’m pursuing an MA in Design at Goldsmiths, University of London. I excel in teamwork and communication, and I’m dedicated to shaping the future of design with collaborative, user-focused solutions.
International Awards
Reddot
Braille Polaroid Camera
/Best of the best 2008
IDEA
Muwi
/Bronze 2008
IF/ Lebens(t)raume
Inside out umbrella
/ Winner 2009
IF/ Lebens(t)raume
Recovery Arm Sling
/ Winner 2009
Work Experience
Feb 2018 - Sep 2023
Freelance designer
Jun 2013 - Feb 2018
UI Designer
Samsung Mobile Team
/ UX Design Group
Created compelling marketing concepts for clients, encompassing the design of posters, business cards, banners, promotional materials, and large-scale graphics for building signage.
Tizen Team
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Designed and developed the Bixby application.
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Created core applications for the Z3 model (Messages, Call).
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Developed user interfaces for SDK versions 2.3 and 2.4.
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Localized and optimized Z1 applications for the Indian market.
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Conceptualized and designed wallpapers for the Z1 model.
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Designed key applications for the Z1 model (Messages, Email).
Android Team
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Designed key applications for the Galaxy Note 3, including Group Play, S Translator, and S Voice.
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Developed applications for the Galaxy Note 10.1, focusing on Group Play and S Translator.
Jan 2010 - May 2013
Product Designer
Samsung Mobile Team / Product Design Group
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Contributed to the development of a new mobile phone design tailored for the Indian market, culminating in the successful launch of the Rex 70 S3802.
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Led the design of the Galaxy W I8150, including the creation of a distinctive home key shape and a unique CMF (Color, Material, Finish) strategy.
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Designed the protective cover for the Galaxy S3 Mini, enhancing durability and aesthetics.
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Played a key role in the BADA project (Samsung's mobile OS platform), developing an innovative design concept.
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Implemented cost-effective CMF solutions by redesigning surfaces across multiple mobile models, resulting in significant savings.
Jan 2007 - Dec 2009
Product Designer
Samsung design membership
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Global Design Project at SDE (Samsung Design England) / 2009
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SDM (Samsung Design Membership Project) / Best of the Best Award, 2007
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Participated in several academic-industrial collaboration projects with Samsung Electronics.
Education
2023-2024
Goldsmiths University
2005-2009
Hanyang University
MA_Expanded practice
BA_Industrial design