Meet John Won | Art Director

We had the good fortune of connecting with John Won and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi John, have there been any changes in how you think about work-life balance?
I used to not think too much about the work-life balance when I was younger. I was always giving 200% in every job because I thought that is what you needed to do. When I finally hit a wall and felt the burnout, I saw how it affected my health both mentally and physically and my relationship with loved ones. I decided to make a change. Don’t get me wrong! I still believe in giving your all at any job, but I learned that it is just as important to know when to turn it off and set aside a time for yourself. Having a clear line of distinction is key.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
How I got to where I am today is a pretty long story that spans over the first 7-8 years of my career. I would definitely say that it was not easy. I’ve had to prove a lot of people wrong by always giving 200%, having a goal, showing up, consistency, and seeking help and mentorship to name a few. I’ve learned along the way that consistency is key. Never giving up and be open to advice and criticism. I’ve also learned that work-life balance is critical to your success.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
To be honest, I may not be the best person as a guide. I am a big homebody. But, my three big interests outside of art are food, motorcycles, and tattoos. I may take them to Bruxie for my favorite fried chicken and waffle, go to Abbot Kinney Blvd and Deus Ex Machina in Venice, or take them to get a tattoo!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
There are many people in my life that I would love to give a shoutout to. I definitely believe I did not get here alone. I would like to give a shoutout to my wife, Sadie. She has been by my side through thick and thin. She has definitely seen the lows and the highs. Through it all, she has given me unconditional support, love, and the encouragement to push me to be where I am today.

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