Tucker Drew
About Tucker Drew
Tucker Drew serves as the Communications Director and AMA Coordinator at Reddit K-Pop, where he enhances online engagement for the K-Pop community. He has coordinated events with major K-Pop artists and has a background in media and communications, having worked with various organizations and educational institutions.
Current Role at Reddit
Tucker Drew serves as the Communications Director and AMA Coordinator for the K-Pop community on Reddit. In this role, he coordinates 'Ask Me Anything' events with major K-Pop artists and influencers. His efforts focus on enhancing online engagement within the K-Pop community, facilitating direct interactions between prominent K-Pop groups and international fans.
Education and Academic Background
Tucker Drew has a diverse educational background. He studied at Phillips Academy from 2013 to 2017. He then attended the University of Oxford, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Linguistics from 2017 to 2020. He further pursued a Master of Arts in Arts Administration, Cultural Policy, and Music Management at Goldsmiths, University of London from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he studied Korean at Ewha Womans University in 2018 and participated in the NSLI-Y Scholarship program in 2016.
Professional Experience
Tucker Drew has held various roles in the communications and education sectors. He worked as an English Tutor at italki for three months in 2017. He also served as a Presenter for the Oxford Students' Campaign at the University of Oxford in 2019. His involvement with the Cherwell Newspaper included positions as Video Editor and Deputy Video Editor from 2018 to 2019, and he was a Presenter for OxPops from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as a Production Assistant at Cafe Oto in 2022.
K-Pop Community Engagement
Tucker Drew has played a significant role in the K-Pop community, coordinating events that feature popular groups such as The Boyz, Cherry Bullet, and Day6. He has supported international outreach efforts for artists like Dreamcatcher and LOONA. His participation in expert panels at KCON USA highlights his involvement in discussions about K-Pop's online presence and its coverage in Western media.
Leadership Roles
Tucker Drew has held leadership positions within the University of Oxford's student union. He served as the Vice President for Access & Academic Affairs from 2020 to 2021 and co-chaired the International Students' Campaign from 2019 to 2020. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of community engagement and advocacy within academic settings.