Tracy Gromek Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

Brooklyn, Ny

We've had the immense pleasure of collaborating with top creative and experiential agencies to craft cutting-edge interactive installations that invigorate spaces and offer unique transformative experiences. Our work has graced the halls of industry giants like Twitter, Intel, Meta, Samsung, HP, Barclays, and Bell Labs.What sets us apart is our voracious appetite for blending nuanced artistic sensibilities with profound understanding of the complexity of human emotions, all underpinned by robust technological foundations. This fusion allows us to unearth immersive experiences that resonate brilliantly with audiences, creating connections that transcend the digital realm. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach encompasses:- Software Engineering & Application Development: Building robust and scalable solutions that power interactive experiences.- Creative Technology & Data Visualization: Weaving visual tapestries from raw data, imbued with a splash of creative magic, we turn numbers into narratives, complexity into clarity, and pixels into masterpieces.- Technical Direction & Experience Design: Navigating the digital seas from wild idea to wondrous reality, we captain projects with precision, innovation, and a touch of the unexpected.- Exhibition, Digital, & Game Design: Crafting visually stunning and interactive exhibits, digital realms, and games that captivate and inspire.- Installation, Interaction, & Interface Design: Designing physical and digital interfaces that facilitate meaningful interactions.- R&D and Prototyping: In our lab, curiosity knows no bounds! We tinker, experiment, and play, unearthing innovations that spark the imagination and keep us one step ahead of tomorrow.We believe in pushing boundaries. Our work is not just about creating visually appealing installations; it's about telling stories, sparking curiosity, and forging connections. We are driven by a relentless pursuit of creativity, collaboration, and technical mastery.

FiiWA: Bridging the Gap in Sports Through Technology - FiiWA was a groundbreaking initiative aiming to redefine the way sports could be enjoyed by individuals with visual impairments (VI). By leveraging technologically enhanced modular sporting equipment, FiiWA enabled persons with VI to play physical games independently and on an equal footing with those without VI, eliminating the need for sighted guides.The heart of FiiWA lay in its open design, emphasizing flexibility and versatility to allow for self-guided and workshop based discovery and innovation. These platforms were geared encouraged users, adaptive physical education teachers, and enthusiasts to delve into the principles of game design, fostering creativity and collaboration. The result was a plethora of unique and successful FiiWA games, each tailored to provide an engaging and inclusive experience.FiiWA's impact extended beyond mere entertainment; it was a movement that championed equality, accessibility, and empowerment in sports. By breaking down barriers and creating a level playing field, FiiWA showcased the potential of technology to transform lives and inspire new ways of thinking about inclusivity in physical activities.

New York, New York, United States

As an Adjunct Professor of Animation, I was more than just an educator; I was a mentor and a catalyst for creativity. My role was to ignite a passion for animation, a field where every 10 seconds of footage is a labor of love requiring over 100 hours of meticulous work.

New York, New York, United States

At the Institute of Play, I was instrumental in shaping the educational landscape at Quest 2 Learn (Q2L), the first public school dedicated to game-based learning. My role was a blend of curriculum design, game development, and research, aimed at creating an enriching educational experience for students. Key contributions include:Curriculum Development: Collaboratively developed the guidelines and strategies for Q2L's unique curriculum, which leveraged games and game-like systems to meet state educational requirements. Designed and implemented 10-week game-based, cross-disciplinary curricula for over 60 students.Game Design & Educational Games: Conceptualized and co-designed educational games that were seamlessly integrated into the curriculum, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.Being Me Platform: Co-created "Being Me," Q2L's online social learning network. The platform fosters emotional exploration, debate, project collaboration, and community building through games and digital interactions.Experience Design: Ensured that the educational journey was not just instructive but also emotionally resonant and engaging, thereby enhancing the overall learning experience.Research & Innovation: Conducted ongoing research to assess the efficacy of game-based learning strategies, contributing to the broader field of educational technology.

Bronx, Ny

As an Exhibit Designer at the Bronx Zoo, I was at the intersection of design, education, and conservation. I collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of designers, architects, and horticulturists to create immersive and educational exhibits that fostered meaningful interactions between visitors and the natural world. Key contributions include:Interactive Exhibits: Designed educational interactive exhibits that encouraged conversation, exploration, and play among visitors, families, and the environment. These exhibits served as a catalyst for public engagement in wildlife conservation.World of Birds: Took the lead in illustrating the top floor of the World of Birds exhibit, capturing the essence and diversity of avian life in a visually compelling manner.Madagascar! Project: Played a pivotal role in the multi-faceted Madagascar! exhibit. Contributed to the overall look and feel, sourced and edited photography, designed interactive elements, and worked on lenticular displays to create a dynamic visitor experience.Collaborative Design: Worked closely with architects and horticulturists to ensure that the design elements were seamlessly integrated with the natural environment and architectural features.Visitor Experience: Focused on creating exhibits that were not only visually stunning but also educational and engaging, thereby enriching the visitor's experience and understanding of wildlife conservation.

Wujiang, Jiangsu China

Developed gaming curricula across multiple classrooms to encourage communication and bonding between students of various levels and age groups.

Chicago, Il

Madrid, Spain

Chicago, Il

Master Of Fine Arts (Mfa), Design + Technology

Graduated Magna Cum Laude Dean's Scholarship

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (Bfa), Animation & Graphic Design

Merit Scholarship

Certificate In Film And Acting, Acting

Full Scholarship Summer Intensive