ABOUT ME
I am an educator, researcher, and project organizer focused in the fields of digital media and the humanities.
Currently, I work as an Adjunct Professor and Lab Coordinator of the MediaLab in the Department of Media, Culture, and Communication (MCC) at New York University. Recently, I earned my M.A. from NYU’s Department of MCC with honors and a full scholarship under the Weber Shandwick Masters in Residence program.
My goal is to use my experience in media, technology, and project management in combination for my passion for digital media, education, and LGBTQ+ mental health advocacy.
When I am not working, I write and organize Dungeons & Dragons campaigns and Murder Mystery gatherings.
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EXPERIENCE
Work History
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR AND MEDIALAB COORDINATOR
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
August 2021 - Present
Work in NYU's Department of Media, Culture, and Communication to teach practice-based digital media courses to undergraduate students and oversee functions of the MCC MediaLab to improve NYU's digital media literacy.
MCC MediaLab responsibilities include:
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Instructing and developing the syllabus for undergraduate practice-based digital media courses
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Coordinating the logistics and operations of the MCC MediaLab's staff, projects, events, social media, and communications
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Organizing approximately 100 workshops in web coding, Adobe software, and digital project implementation per year
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Developing new initiatives to improve digital media literacy in New York University
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Training undergraduate students as Lab Assistants to work in the MCC MediaLab
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Implementing and overseeing the access protocols of the Equipment Rental Program and the MediaLab Computer Room
MEDIA PRODUCER +
CO-PROJECT COORDINATOR
SUSTAINABLE SUBSEA NETWORKS
January 2021 - Present
New York, NY
I work as a member of this research team to work closely with the owners and operators of the internet's fiber-optic cable network to develop greener operations for global communication. Responsibilities include:
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Creating and producing all digital media objects for the group, including websites, illustrations, infographics, and other materials
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Manage project logistics to research the decarbonization of the global subsea cable network
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Coordinate finances, grant proposals, communications, meetings, and research data
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Assist with grant proposals, research, publications, and other public outputs
MENTOR OF MEDIA PROGRAMS
GEC ACADEMY
June 2020 - January 2023
Beijing, China
Assist with developing seven-week long media themed educational programs, including project design, lecture content, and workshops. Other responsibilities include:
Conducting weekly lab sessions to aid students with their coursework and assignments for their class, “Fashion, Style, and Power”, to help them analyze how fashion and style reveal patterns of power and culture
Reviewing students’ weekly assignments and give any additional support to the professor as necessary
PRODUCT AND TECHNOLOGY SCHOLAR
WEBER SHANDWICK
September 2019 - May 2021
New York, NY
Worked in the Technology and Digital departments for multiple projects. Responsibilities included:
Researching and assessing external DEI initiatives and actions taken by clients, including Pernod-Ricard, Facebook, and Under Armour
Developing and assisting with digital content, websites, and applications for clients like Enel X, Olympus, the American Pecan Council, and Mars
Organizing diversity, equity, and inclusivity events for the New York OneWeber office
HEAD LAB ASSISTANT
NYU'S MCC MEDIALAB
August 2017 - May 2021
Acted as the lead student Lab Assistant of the the MCC MediaLab to improve NYU’s digital media literacy through implementing practice-based coursework into curriculums. Responsibilities included:
Collaborating with eight staff members to organize projects, social media, and communications between the MCC MediaLab and the greater university
Facilitating approximately 100 workshops in web coding, Adobe software, and digital project implementation every year
Assisting NYU professors to teach college courses on digital media, technology, and critical theory
Organizing Department-wide events, including book clubs, trivia nights, and digital media exhibitions
SENIOR TUTOR
NYU (MULTIPLE DEPARTMENTS)
2016 - 2019
New York, NY
Tutored undergraduate and graduate students at New York University in multiple subjects in conjunction with the Expository Writing Center and the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences. Topics included:
Expository Writing
Intro to Writing
Advanced College Essay
Python
ACADEMICS
Where I've Learned
January 2023 - present
M.S. IN DATA VISUALIZATION AND ANALYSIS
CUNY GRADUATE CENTER
I am currently a graduate student in the CUNY Graduate Center's M.S. in Data Analysis and Visualization program, where I plan to earn a certificate in Interactive Technology & Pedagogy.
September 2019 - May 2021
M.A. IN MEDIA, CULTURE, AND COMMUNICATION
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
As an NYU Weber Shandwick Master in Residence, I received my Master's degree under a full scholarship. My research focused on the intersection of LGBTQ+ youth, mental health, and digital technology. I completed my thesis, "Why the Telephone: LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Prevention Technology in the United States," in April 2021 and was given the "Outstanding Service to the Department Award" during graduation.
September 2015 - May 2019
B.S. IN MEDIA, CULTURE, AND COMMUNICATION
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
I graduated Summa Cum Laude from NYU with a double minor in Web Programming & Applications and Business of Entertainment, Media, & Technology. Additionally, I was the Departmental Banner Bearer for graduation and made the Dean's List for all four years of my undergraduate career.
SKILLS
TEAM COLLABORATION
Management, Organization, and Event Planning
DIGITAL MEDIA
Photoshop, Premiere, Audition, Illustrator, InDesign, and Social Media
WEB & TECH
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Processing, and Live Stream Management
ART & MAKING
A Cappella Arranging, Social Media, D&D, and Plantcare
TEACHING
My experience in the classroom!
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
New York University
Department of Media, Culture, and Communication
Methods in Media Studies (undergraduate)
Creative Coding (undergraduate)
TEACHING ASSISTANT
GEC Academy
Department of Media Programs
Fashion, Style, and Power (secondary)
Introduction to Visual Media (secondary)
COURSE ASSISTANT
New York University
Department of Media, Culture, and Communication
Creative Coding (undergraduate)
LAB ASSISTANT
New York University
Department of Media, Culture, and Communication
Digital Media: Theory + Practice (undergraduate)
Methods in Media Studies (undergraduate)
Media and the Ocean (undergraduate)
Critical Video (undergraduate)
Creative Coding (undergraduate)
VOLUNTEERING
My main focus in volunteering is in LGBTQ+ advocacy, racial justice and equity, voting rights, and education.
June 2020 - Present
Orlando, Florida
DIRECTOR OF TECH AND ACCESSIBILITY
BLACK THEATRE GIRL MAGIC
Coordinate the use of digital technology for Black Theatre Girl Magic initiatives, including video editing, live captioning, and remote event organization
Manage all technical aspects of Zoom livestreams to all social media platforms for events, including a Town Hall on BIPOC Equity and a play festival featuring five works of Idris Goodwin to over 1,000 viewers
Fall 2020 - Spring 2021
LIVE STREAM CONSULTANT
JOY-JACKSON INITIATIVE
Regularly work with the Joy-Jackson Initiative on virtual events to promote justice and equity in the theatre arts. This includes events such as What Comes After #LeavingLASA and Town Hall for the Live Theatre Community: A Conversation with American Regional Theatres on BIPOC Equity in the Arts.
October 2020
STREAMING MANAGER
VICTORY FUND: VOTE QUEER!
Worked on organizing and maintaining the live stream for a fundraiser run by the Victory Fund to promote electing LGBTQ+ officials to public office.
June 2020
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
THE GR8 INDOORS VIRTUAL CONCERT
Coordinated fundraising a virtual concert that raised over $4,000 for COVID-19 relief efforts and the NYCLU with over 500 viewers
Act as technical director by building the website, facilitating the Zoom webinar and livestream, and assisting performers with AV quality