Hi! I’m Lazarus Richardson, a multilingual educator and multimedia composer blending education and creative media to tell engaging stories through sound and language. I design and implement educational and artistic initiatives, coordinate projects, and collaborate with developers and teachers to create meaningful experiences for learners and players alike. I’m fluent in English and Mandarin, with experience teaching across cultures and building inclusive programs. My work spans classrooms and game studios, where I craft original music and sound effects while supporting language learning and cross-cultural communication.

Lazarus Richardson

Hi! I’m Lazarus Richardson, a multilingual educator and multimedia composer blending education and creative media to tell engaging stories through sound and language. I design and implement educational and artistic initiatives, coordinate projects, and collaborate with developers and teachers to create meaningful experiences for learners and players alike. I’m fluent in English and Mandarin, with experience teaching across cultures and building inclusive programs. My work spans classrooms and game studios, where I craft original music and sound effects while supporting language learning and cross-cultural communication.

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Hi! I’m Lazarus Richardson, a multilingual educator and multimedia composer blending education and creative media to tell engaging stories through sound and language. I design and implement educational and artistic initiatives, coordinate projects, and collaborate with developers and teachers to create meaningful experiences for learners and players alike.

I’m fluent in English and Mandarin, with experience teaching across cultures and building inclusive programs. My work spans classrooms and game studios, where I craft original music and sound effects while supporting language learning and cross-cultural communication.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent
Chinese
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Intermediate
Portuguese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Educator at Montessori Adolescent Program St. Louis (MAP St. Louis)
September 1, 2022 - Present
Design and deliver engaging lesson plans, coordinate trips, and develop new programs, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Foster a multilingual culture by integrating Mandarin, Spanish, and French into daily interactions, encouraging consistent student practice. Class sizes range from 1-13 students. Address a lack of language resources by securing materials and creating supportive study environments, leading to improved student language proficiency. Establish a music program by designing curriculum, acquiring instruments, and engaging students, resulting in a thriving program and increased student participation.
Multimedia Music Composer at Lazarus D. Richardson Music
October 1, 2019 - Present
Collaborate with game developers to compose and implement original music and sound effects, ensuring alignment with project timelines and creative visions. Network with developers on social media and in-person events to identify and secure new multimedia projects, contributing to diverse gaming and media productions. Wrote music for multiple games across different genres, aligning with project specifications and timelines.
Tutor at Freelance English and Chinese Lessons
June 1, 2016 - September 1, 2022
Taught English to Chinese natives and Mandarin Chinese to foreigners, tailoring lessons to individual learning goals, which improved students' language proficiency and confidence. Created supportive learning environments and employed strategic teaching methods, helping students overcome accent challenges and develop authentic communication skills.

Education

MA in Modern Chinese Literature at Xiamen University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023
BA in Music Theory and Composition; Minor in Asian Studies with Focus on Chinese at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2016

Qualifications

Google Project Management Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
IB Language B Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Software & Internet