Maria Hwang

Support Personnel & Translator – 2019 FINA World Championship (Host Broadcaster Team, MBC)
July 2019, Gwangju, South Korea

• Worked as part of the CSC Host Broadcaster team led by MBC during the 2019 FINA World Championships, supporting daily operations for international broadcasters.
• Acted as a liaison between MBC staff and foreign broadcasting teams, providing real-time English–Korean translation and facilitating cross-cultural communication.
• Assisted department directors and team leaders with administrative and logistical tasks, including coordination of schedules, on-site communication, and document translation.
• Demonstrated adaptability and professionalism in a fast-paced, multilingual environment involving international media operations.

Youth Camp Counselor – Word of Life Bible Institute
Winters & Summers (July–August) & (January–February), 2018–2020.

• Led and supervised youth groups of 12–20 high school students during intensive seasonal Christian camps, providing 24/7 guidance and behavioral support in high-pressure, immersive environments.
• Designed and implemented structured daily group schedules including Bible studies, recreational programming, and reflection sessions, ensuring engagement across a wide range of personality types.
• Provided one-on-one counseling and mentorship tailored to the emotional and spiritual needs of each student, demonstrating active listening, empathy, and trust-building skills.
• Collaborated with staff and leadership to manage group dynamics, resolve interpersonal conflicts, and maintain a positive, inclusive environment.
• Consistently recognized for leadership, emotional intelligence, and the ability to support youth in both faith development and personal growth.

Youth Camp Event Team – Word of Life Bible Institute

Winters & Summers (July–August) & (January–February), 2018–2020.

• Planned and executed theme-based campus events targeting teenage audiences, focusing on immersive experiences through performance, message delivery, and interactive programming.
• Analyzed audience characteristics and segmented content accordingly, customizing stage flow, storytelling, and communication style to maximize engagement.
• Collaborated with team members on stage design, scheduling, logistics, promotions, and technical planning, including music selection, direction, and full script development.
• Took the lead in curating stage content from concept to execution, balancing creativity with clarity and relevance.
• Translated abstract themes into relatable, high-impact experiences for youth participants, demonstrating strong skills in content strategy, team coordination, and communication.