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In collaboration with the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago - India, Rubbish economics is a project focusing on crowd-sourcing community participation on digital platforms for solid-waste management in Bangalore. The digital platform will directly benefit and increase sustainability in a slum community members.

-Head of Merch Director to provide creative direction in branding and merchandise for general FSA events and fundraisers-Head of Halo Halo Graphics Committee to provide creative direction specifically for graphics, branding, and merchandise for the Halo Halo Mixer event, GT FSA's biggest Spring event bringing in around 400 attendees-Manages all social platforms (Instagram, Discord, Linktree, etc...)-Creates and posts graphics and other marketing and promotional materials for events-Interacts with followers to boost engagement and expand the reach of our community#noyoudonthavetobefilipino

-Designs graphics, stickers, and other marketing materials for Tour of Asia, AASA’s biggest fall event and one of Georgia Tech’s signature events, bringing in 1000+ attendees-Obtains user input for accurate and representative cultural designs-Volunteers at fundraising events to raise money and health awareness drive tabling events to gather 200+ donation samples-Leads design sessions to give members of the Asian community the opportunity to create and connect with different cultures

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

-Serves the student, staff, faculty at Georgia Tech who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community and its alliesAs a Social Media & Engagement Assistant (Fall 2022- Spring 2023):-Creates and schedules posts and videos to promote programs, events, resources, and the spirit of the LGTBQIA Resource Center to expand the reach of the LGBTQIA Resource Center for individuals looking for community and support-Engages with social media audiences daily via Instagram story to ensure increased engagement-Tracks and keeps records of social media analytics-Creates a safe and welcoming environment at the center for folks looking for community or supportAs a Digital Content & Creative Assistant (Spring 2023-present):-Designs graphics, stickers and other marketing tools to promote events put on by the LGBTQIA Resource Center-Creates digital materials for mid-scale and large-scale programming

-Completed a design bootcamp over the course of 10 weeks-Gained strong foundation and skills in the design process of user interface and user experience research-Established skills in wireframing, prototyping, user research, effective design principles and techniques-Created an in-depth case study over the course of the 10 weeks in a project to redesign the Georgia Tech transportation app -Presented findings, new design and overall final project to other designers at the project expo

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

-Interned at a biomechanics lab studying knee replacement surgery and its effectiveness. -Helped to run experiments using VICON 3D motion capture; digitized and analyzed data.-Collaborated in a team with other interns and PhD students.

-Created press releases, graphics and other marketing content for a nonprofit distributing LGBTQIA+ inclusive books to high schools around the country.

Charlotte Metro

-Organized and marketed a workshop for members in our community to attend to learn more about current LGBTQIA+ issues.-Created graphics and marketing tools for the event.-Collaborated with other students to create a project addressing LGBTQIA+ issues in the Charlotte community.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computational Media, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Explore Science Living Learning Community, Pride Alliance, Asian American Student Association, Filipino Student.

High School Diploma, Honor Roll, Ap Scholar With Distinction, 4.5

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Key Club, Marching Band, Rotary Interact Club (Secretary), National English Honor.