Jea Hawn is a graduate from Savannah College of Art & Design with an M.F.A in Broadcast Design and he also holds a B.A. from Kangwon National University.

He is an experienced professional having worked at various firms including The Realization Group in Miami, Sun & Associates in New York, and a few other firms in Korea (his native home), Jungil Engineering & Architects in Korea, and Sangji Architects & Association.

Jea has received recognition through various awards for his skills and work: Artistic Excellence Fellowship (SCAD), Consulate General Office, Shanghai, China (3rd Prize), Research Center of Sejong University Korea (1st Prize), and another first prize for Kangwon Land Small Casino & Hotel Korea (1st Prize).