Leah Tatu

Graduate Fellowship in Inclusive Gaming and Spaces at North Carolina State University Hunt Library

Designed and executed graphic materials within digital platforms, ensuring visually cohesive and brand-aligned marketing assets. Coordinated the planning and logistics for Femme Game Night, promoting an inclusive and welcoming space for femme-identifying gamers on campus. Conducted relevant research and gathered valuable resources for faculty members' ongoing projects and publications.

Libraries Graduate Assistant at North Carolina State University Hunt Library

Collaborated with Esports Lab to develop engaging campus event experiences by designing cohesive and impactful graphic materials that enhance student participation and brand presence. Delivered technical support for the Teaching and Visualization Lab by troubleshooting equipment and software issues, and assisting with the setup and execution of lab-based events. Served as a liaison between faculty members and students for addressing concerns or issues related to coursework or academic policies.

Graduate Teaching Assistant at North Carolina State University, College of Design

Provided individualized mentorship to undergraduate design students and delivered constructive feedback to foster creative growth and technical skill development. Led workshops and facilitated group critiques to strengthen students' design thinking, concept development, and execution. Managed a classroom of diverse learners, implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.

Motion Graphics Intern at Cardsnacks (Remote)

Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set. Designed and animated digital greeting cards using tools such as After Effects, Premiere, and Photoshop, delivering visually engaging content for a broad customer base. Created frame-by-frame animations to produce eloquent, dynamic card experiences that enhanced user engagement and emotional impact for a variety of holidays.

Graduate Fellow - Inclusive Gaming and Spaces at North Carolina State University, Hunt Library

Designed and executed graphic materials for digital platforms, ensuring visual cohesion and brand-aligned marketing assets. Coordinated planning and logistics for Femme Game Night, promoting an inclusive, welcoming space for femme-identifying gamers on campus. Conducted relevant research and gathered resources to support ongoing faculty projects and publications.

Graduate Assistant - Sports Lab Collaboration at North Carolina State University, Hunt Library

Collaborated with the Sports Lab to develop engaging campus event experiences by designing cohesive, impactful graphic materials that enhanced student participation and brand presence. Provided technical support for the Teaching and Visualization Lab, troubleshooting equipment and software issues, and assisting with setup and execution of lab-based events. Served as liaison between faculty and students to address concerns related to coursework or academic policies.

Graduate Teaching Assistant at North Carolina State University – College of Design

Provided individualized mentorship to undergraduate design students and delivered constructive feedback to foster creative growth and technical skill development. Led workshops and facilitated group critiques to strengthen students’ design thinking, concept development, and execution. Managed a classroom of diverse learners, implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.