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Ko is an alumnus of the University of Western Australia and was the face for their Open Day Campaign in Singapore for 2014.
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Since 2010, JK has been working as a radio disc jockey for Singapore-based music station Power98FM. Events Emcee One of the most recognizable faces on the events stage in Singapore, JK has been an emcee for hundreds of events over the years, and is well known for hosting races, many of which have seen more than 20,000 participants. Some of these include Nike We Run SG, the 2XU Compression Run, The SAFRA Singapore Bay Run & Army Half Marathon, The Pocari Sweat Run, The North Face 100 Singapore, and the Energizer Singapore Night Trail, in addition to charity racing events for the National University of Singapore and The SingTel Singapore Cancer Society"s Race Against Cancer. JK has also hosted a wide variety of events including press conferences, roadshows, carnivals, official ceremonies, as well as various corporate functions with clients like Bayerische Motoren Werke, Exxon Mobil, and MINDEF.
National Day Parade In August 2015, JK hosted the National Day Parade 2015 Celebrations The Float, in front of a crowd of 26,000 people.
Voice-Over Since 2010, JK"s voice has featured in various commercials for clients like Ben & Jerry"s, SingTel, and Clear Men. Known for his lively and vibrant tone, he was also the narrator for Defence News in a Nutshell (DNN) which features the latest news in the Singapore Armed Forces and is watched by more than 100,000 National Servicemen fortnightly.
Singapore Media Award (Best Use of ) In 2011, JK spearheaded a campaign for SingTel, titled "Operation Command & Deliver", which helped NSFs in Singapore fulfill their wishes and expressions of love towards their loved ones. The campaign was a massive success, winning a Singapore Media Award for Best Use of and also helped SingTel garner a 30% increase in Youth Plan Signups and a 45% increase in positive online buzz.
Interviews Recognized as perhaps the most energetic radio personality in Singapore, JK has interviewed stars like Mel Bachelor of the Spice Girls, Simple Plan, Evanesence, YouTube Star Bethany Mota, Olympic Champion Allyson Felix and many more.
Power Breakfast Show After almost 5 years hosting Power 98FM"s Night Show, JK was promoted to Senior Presenter. Since March 2015 he has helmed the station"s flagship Morning Show along with co-host Michael Tan.
