OBJECTIVE
OBJECTIVE
Innovative and passionate developer with experience teaching and coaching individuals to use best-practice coding techniques.
EDUCATION
New York University, New York, NY
Master of Science in Integrated Design and Media, May 2024
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Bachelor of Arts in Communications (Honor), May 2022
Minor: Game Design and Development
SKILLS
Programming Languages: Python, Java, JavaScript (HTML/CSS), C++, Unity(C#), P5js
Certifications: Adobe Dreamweaver CC 2015, Word 2013, Excel 2013, PowerPoint 2013, IRB
Background: Game Design and Development, Accessibility, UX Research, CompSci
Languages: English, Spanish
EXPERIENCE
State Farm Insurance at Wade Ferri
Insurance Advisor, San Antonio, TX, July 2024 - Present
Manage lead generation and prospecting through cold calling, community engagement, and networking.
Utilize CRM software to track client interactions, manage policy renewals and streamline sales operations.
Assist in processing policy applications and claims to support seamless client experiences.
Consistently exceed monthly sales goals by cross-selling State Farm Insurance products including auto and home.
New York University: Ability Project
Grad Assistant, Brooklyn, NY, Sep 2022 - May 2024
UX accessibility researcher for NYU Ability Project.
Developed and implemented new 3D designs for students with disabilities using CAD.
Collaborated with Adaptive Design Association and Tech Kids Unlimited to conduct research and pitch grant writing ideas.
Met weekly with my intern from Tech Kids Unlimited to develop a 3D printing curriculum for people with disabilities.
Code Ninjas
Instructor, San Antonio, TX, Feb 2018 - Aug 2023
Teaching 5-14 years old, concepts of game design and development through a belt/level system such as starting in scratch, JavaScript, and lastly Unity.
Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods.
Coached new instructors on program guidelines to increase classroom support and teacher success.
Instructed summer camps such as Minecraft Java, Roblox studio, and Makey Makey Scratch camps.
Maintained a secure and disciplined classroom to provide a positive learning environment.