As a beneficiary of one of these program who won an all express paid trip to Korea, I have to share the update of the program with you so that you can have an opportunity too. Last year I participated in the Kinfluencer Academy and was opportune to be selected as one of the winners to be invited to Korea for a KOCIS INVITATION TOUR. I have a full playlist on YouTube that shows all the activities I did in Korea.
This programs is open for every one, majorly for content creators like YouTubers , writers etc
This year the call for application has been made and if your are interested in South Korea and can write, then you should consider applying.
You can apply to both programs simultaneously.
The announcement of the selection results
will be made during the third week of April,
via individual email.
Keep in mind that the data in the application form will be used throughout the year 2024.
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1. K-INFLUENCER ACADEMY
This was the one I participated in last year, and I have applied for it this 2024. I will share the details below, as gotten from email
Join the 2024 Korean Culture Content Creators, the leading community of Korean culture fans.
K-influencers produce creative video content about Korea on YouTube.
Requirements
1. Foreign nationals who love Korea (regardless of country of residence)
2. Those active on social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook and Instagram
3. kinfluencers: have to own an run a YouTube channels and create video content. You can create one
⏰Registration period : March 25 (Mon) – April 7 (Sun), 2024 KST https://www.2024kcreators.com/
Join K-influencers https://forms.gle/kUWUpS9Gg7Xn6bcv5
You need an introduction video
Announcement of final selection : Third week of April
Benefits :
1. A trip to a korea for outstanding creators
Other Benefits
Fixed activity payment for top performers
Participation in programs on Korean culture
Chance to produce content for Korea.net
Minister’s certificate of appointment as promoter
As a outstanding kinfluencer, I have had all the benefits from
2. HONORARY REPORTER
If you love Korea culture the you . welcome all of you who love Korean culture from around the world.
Honorary Reporters write and introduce and promote Korea to the world by creating content for Korea.net.
Korea.net, the Official Government Web Portal providing valuable information about Korea to foreigners, is seeking leading Content Creators from the global community of Korean culture fans! The 2024 Korean Culture Content Creators program includes Honorary Reporters and K-influencers.
⏰Registration period : March 25 (Mon) – April 7 (Sun), 2024 KST https://www.2024kcreators.com/
Join Honorary Reporters https://honoraryreporters.korea.net/studio/index.do
Requirements
1. Foreign nationals who love Korea (regardless of country of residence)
2. Those active on social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook and Instagram
3.Honorary Reporters: those who can produce content such as articles, photos or illustrations in one of 10 languages: English, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, French, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, German and Indonesian
Announcement of final selection : Third week of April
Benefits :
– Trip to Korea for outstanding content creators
– Support funds for your activities
– Special consultation for your content creation
Gifts for honorary reporter
✔Considering the demographics of our applicants and the tight quota for each language group, we would like to suggest our bilingual applicants to consider selecting the language category other than English or Spanish.
(ex. if you speak both Arabic and English, preferably choose Arabic. if you speak both Spanish and German, preferably choose German.)
By choosing other languages besides English and Spanish, you will have a higher chance getting selected in the program and less competition throughout the year.
If you love to create Korean culture content, do not hesitate to apply
Gift from Kocis
I was part of the honorary reporter 2022 and 2023. For 2023 , In 3 months I published about 23 articles , 6 videos, 4 pictures and 1 toon
About 15 of them got to top hit of the week.
Non got to the official Korea.net. Making it a total of 34 post .
I was testing the agorithm to Understand it better on how to write.
12 articles in August
6 in September
5 in October
1 article in March
Then I went to Korea in November.
Took a break with writing , I think I talk about food too much 來來
I plan on starting again soon sha
Link to my honorary reporter page
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EXPECTATION AND ACTIVITIES THAT KINFLUENCERS AND HONORARY WILL PARTICIPATE IN
Application period and details:
From April 30, 2024, to start of next recruitment
1. Introduce aspects of Korean culture via articles or YouTube videos
2.Participate in on- or offline programs of Korean public agencies or cooperating organizations and produce articles or videos about them
3. Join assigned missions or workshops
※ Those accepted into the program will receive more information.
3. KOREA INVITES U
This is a new program, i am yet to participate in, but it is legitimate because it is supported by Korea Tourism Organization and Korea ministry of sport culture and tourism .
As seen from the website with a little edit
About
Invitation to “Visit Korea Year 2023-2024” KOREA invites U Is for Selected foreigners with special connections and love of for Korea. They will receive a personalized trip to Korea. This program aim to welcome people with Special Ties to
Korea to enjoy an Exclusive Journey.
It can be What draws your heart to Korea? Whether it’s a meaningful encounter,
cherished moments with wonderful friends,
or if memories of Korea stir emotions within you,
please share your story with us.
In celebration of “Visit Korea Year 2023-2024”,
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism along
with the Korea Tourism Organization
are offering a trip to Korea
for those deeply connected to the country.
Eligibility
All Criteria Required
Non-Korean nationals residing outside of Korea
(Korean citizens and residents are ineligible)
Individuals with special connections to Korea
Available from May 20 – May 24, 2024 for a trip to Korea
(Check for passport validity, entry restrictions, etc., before applying)
※ Both self-applications and recommendations are accepted
Prize
“KOREA invites U” 5-day Korea Tour
Travel Period: May 20 – 24, 2024
One day compulsory tour & three days personalized tour package
Round trip tickets to Korea and travel expenses
(4 nights accommodation, travel insurance, etc.)
Mandatory joint tour (May 21, 1 day)
Personalized tour package (3 days)
One additional person can be supported, provided they are related to the story, or are a minor, elderly or have disabilities
(Availability to be further notified)
※ Schedule subject to change
I hope you consider applying. Let me kknow the updates by leaving a comment .
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