Game writing and designI work with a team of five to create unique and interesting interactive stories for education and entertainment across a wide variety of formats and mediums.The Waiting Game | Writer | 2018 | Team of 8Created with ProPublica, this award-winning journalism project uses procedural generation to simulate the experience of seeking asylum in the United States. Credited as Lindsay Palmer.IBD & Me Comics | Writer | 2020 | Team of 4Created with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, these short comics are an accessible and welcoming introduction to a medical diagnosis for kids.Storytelling: - Created story worlds and concepts for new IPs, and built upon established tone and content for existing IPs. - Wrote and researched content for games and comics including character biographies, item descriptions, quest content, and branching dialogue.- Edited scripts and story content with tight turnarounds, incorporating feedback from multiple departments.Implementation: - Developed and implemented design documentation for several projects. Utilized the documentation across multiple departments.- Scripted branching dialogue and interactive fiction narratives using Twine, Ink, and Ren’py. - Assisted with art direction and gameplay design. Balanced and edited levels in Unity.- Brainstormed and built game concepts,incorporating playtest information and feedback from clients and the Creative Director.Collaboration: - Worked in highly collaborative environments, contributing to group discussion and overall team goals.- Maintained effective and consistent communication with other team members. - Took on extra responsibility within the team to assign priorities and project direction. Helped to onboard and coordinate with new team members.

I work to support our patrons in finding the materials and information that they need, plan and execute programming, and maintain our collections. Problem solving and implementation:- Developing new concepts for programming within our department- Creating graphics and promotional materials for programs, events, and library information - Assessing and decision-making about new or aging materials within our collection- Assisting with readers' advisory questions using my knowledge of our collection and discussion with patronsCollaboration and Communication: - Working with department heads to establish department goals and priorities- Maintaining constant communication with team members within the department and between other departments to ensure all responsibilities are accounted for - Using creative problem solving and prioritizing during unexpected events- Establishing and updating systems and policies based on patron needs and feedback

Freelance copy editing and supplemental game writing for indie TTRPGs. Editing duties include player manuals, marketing materials, supplements, and backer updates for two successful Kickstarters. Copywriting duties include player manuals (character creation), adventure modules (flavor text), and supplemental historical material, as well as some marketing copy.

Worked to support adults with developmental disabilities to achieve their personal and professional goals. Responsibilities ranged from 1-to-1 support to individually coaching groups of up to 10 people at a time. Managed a caseload ranging from 5 to 12 individuals, tracking their goals, support needs, and accomplishments.Problem solving and implementation: - Created unique action plans to meet our clients' personal and professional goals, developing strategies, tracking systems, and milestones according to their needs and desires.- Worked quickly and flexibly as responsibilities and priorities shifted daily, requiring exemplary problem solving skills.- Developed strategies to meet the unique support needs of each individual throughout the day. Completed daily data tracking for each individual and ensured support plans were followed.- Multitasking and prioritization were essential when navigating daily tasks.Communication and collaboration: - Worked with a large team of direct support professionals under ever-changing circumstances, requiring constant communication for the safety and fulfillment of our clients.- Maintained communication with outside teams to create a consistent support structure for each individual. Consulted regularly with co-workers to develop better strategies.- Cross-trained on a large number of different positions to ensure consistent support. Filled in for other departments and attended meetings for other case managers.