Broadcasting and Media Talent Development Project Talk Concert

A First Step Toward a Broadcasting Media Career: “Meeting South Korea’s PDs”

On Friday, May 30, the University Job Plus Center at Incheon National University successfully hosted the Phase 1 Talk Concert of the 2025 Broadcasting and Media Talent Development Project – “Meeting South Korea’s PDs” at the International Conference Room of the Nurikum Square Business Tower in Sangam-dong, Seoul.

The event was designed to provide career information and hands-on experiences related to broadcasting and media production, helping students and young adults gain a deeper understanding and accessibility to the broadcasting industry. Approximately 250 participants, including high school students, university students, and local youth with an interest in broadcasting media, took part in the program.

Held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the event featured broadcast equipment exhibitions and experience booths operated by eight companies, including SONY Korea, Canon, and Seagate, as well as lectures and panel talks by industry professionals and active TV producers (PDs).

Notable guest PDs included:

• Lee So-min, producer of The Giant Blueprint (대환장 기안장)

• Lee Ha-eun, producer of Single's Inferno (솔로지옥)

• Lee Seok-ro, producer of The Genius Hong Jin-kyung (공부왕 찐천재 홍진경)

• Lim Hyung-mook, producer of I Am PC (아이엠피시)

• Baek Heon-seok, producer of Soju Rhapsody (소주랩소디)

• Kim In-sik, producer of Crazy Restaurants (미친 맛집)

They shared firsthand insights into the production process across various formats such as documentaries, new media, and entertainment shows.

Additional speakers included:

• Writer Kim Sung, board member of the Korea Broadcasting Writers’ Association

• Cinematographer Kim Chan-hong, known for Physical: 100

• PD Jin Je-hyun, Director of Rights at the Korean Independent PD Association

They provided valuable perspectives on writing, cinematography, and current employment trends in the broadcasting media industry.

A networking session with graduates from previous program cohorts offered participants a chance to receive practical career advice and insights. One participant shared, “It was incredibly helpful to hear real stories and advice from working professionals that we can’t get in school. It gave me direction for my future.” Another said, “I often watch YouTube and OTT content, but had no idea how it was produced. Today’s lectures helped me understand the specific roles in the field.”

At the end of the event, the Phase 2 program of the 3rd cohort of the 2025 Broadcasting and Media Talent Development Project was introduced. A lucky draw event was also held, sponsored by SONY, Canon, and Seagate, offering prizes such as cameras, external hard drives, and batteries, which received enthusiastic responses.

The ongoing project is currently recruiting participants for Phase 2 (Practical Skills Training) and Phase 3 (Employment Support and Team Projects). Interested youth can apply via this link. The upcoming stages include theoretical education, field practice, group projects, and one-on-one consulting.

A representative from the University Job Plus Center commented, “This talk concert significantly enhanced students’ understanding of the broadcasting media field and motivated them in their career paths,” adding, “We will continue to offer practical, impactful programs to strengthen young people’s career and job readiness.”