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Hi, I’m Tara Djukic, a curious interdisciplinary creator blending information sciences with theater, design, and community storytelling. Based in Urbana-Champaign, I enjoy turning complex ideas into engaging, accessible experiences—whether through live interactive performances, social media strategy, or hands-on media production. I’m passionate about collaboration and iterative design, and I love building partnerships with campus organizations to empower audiences as co-creators. With a background spanning research, marketing, and digital media, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to turning ideas into tangible, immersive projects. I thrive in environments that value experimentation, feedback, and inclusive storytelling, and I’m excited to continue blending data-driven insight with creative storytelling to make meaningful impact.…Hi, I’m Tara Djukic, a curious interdisciplinary creator blending information sciences with theater, design, and community storytelling. Based in Urbana-Champaign, I enjoy turning complex ideas into engaging, accessible experiences—whether through live interactive performances, social media strategy, or hands-on media production. I’m passionate about collaboration and iterative design, and I love building partnerships with campus organizations to empower audiences as co-creators. With a background spanning research, marketing, and digital media, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to turning ideas into tangible, immersive projects. I thrive in environments that value experimentation, feedback, and inclusive storytelling, and I’m excited to continue blending data-driven insight with creative storytelling to make meaningful impact.

Tara Djukic

Game Designer, Web Designer, Graphic Designer, +4

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Hi, I’m Tara Djukic, a curious interdisciplinary creator blending information sciences with theater, design, and community storytelling. Based in Urbana-Champaign, I enjoy turning complex ideas into engaging, accessible experiences—whether through live interactive performances, social media strategy, or hands-on media production. I’m passionate about collaboration and iterative design, and I love building partnerships with campus organizations to empower audiences as co-creators. With a background spanning research, marketing, and digital media, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to turning ideas into tangible, immersive projects. I thrive in environments that value experimentation, feedback, and inclusive storytelling, and I’m excited to continue blending data-driven insight with creative storytelling to make meaningful impact.…Hi, I’m Tara Djukic, a curious interdisciplinary creator blending information sciences with theater, design, and community storytelling. Based in Urbana-Champaign, I enjoy turning complex ideas into engaging, accessible experiences—whether through live interactive performances, social media strategy, or hands-on media production. I’m passionate about collaboration and iterative design, and I love building partnerships with campus organizations to empower audiences as co-creators. With a background spanning research, marketing, and digital media, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to turning ideas into tangible, immersive projects. I thrive in environments that value experimentation, feedback, and inclusive storytelling, and I’m excited to continue blending data-driven insight with creative storytelling to make meaningful impact.

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Hi, I’m Tara Djukic, a curious interdisciplinary creator blending information sciences with theater, design, and community storytelling. Based in Urbana-Champaign, I enjoy turning complex ideas into engaging, accessible experiences—whether through live interactive performances, social media strategy, or hands-on media production. I’m passionate about collaboration and iterative design, and I love building partnerships with campus organizations to empower audiences as co-creators.

With a background spanning research, marketing, and digital media, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to turning ideas into tangible, immersive projects. I thrive in environments that value experimentation, feedback, and inclusive storytelling, and I’m excited to continue blending data-driven insight with creative storytelling to make meaningful impact.

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Work Experience

Student Researcher at Playable Theatre Research Project

January 1, 2016 - May 1, 2026

Developed a 90-minute live show blending scripted and improvisational storytelling inspired by tabletop RPG mechanics, narrative world-building with multi-dimensional characters and branching story paths. Engineered 3+ interactive audience engagement tools that gave attendees real-time agency over narrative outcomes, transforming passive spectators into active co-creators of the story. Led structured playtesting sessions to stress-test mechanics and pacing, synthesizing audience feedback into actionable iterations that measurably improved show flow and engagement across performances. Layered digital media, sound design, and visual elements into the production framework to heighten atmospheric immersion and reinforce the emotional stakes of collective storytelling.

Marketing & Outreach Intern at Asian American Cultural Center

August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Welcomed 40+ daily visitors, managed multi-line phone calls, and coordinated appointment scheduling to ensure smooth front desk operations and a professional, welcoming environment. Tracked and analyzed social media metrics, conducted A/B tests on content and campaigns to identify top-performing strategies, and optimized posting cadence to drive community engagement growth. Cultivated partnerships with 30+ Asian-interest organizations to expand the center's reach, provided resources and space, strengthening cross-community collaboration. Created one social media asset per week using Canva and Procreate to enhance the center’s online presence. Drove the highest-performing intern team project with 40+ attendees and 99 post shares, outperforming peer teams by 300% and 183% respectively through trend-aligned content and targeted community outreach.

Vice President External at Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Incorporated

June 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Built and maintained partnerships with 50+ on-campus organizations through collaborative events, outreach programs, and networking initiatives to foster long-lasting cross-community relationships. Oversaw resource provision and sponsorship opportunities across campus, supporting six chairs with the tools and infrastructure needed to advance the sorority's presence and influence.

Webmistress & Recruitment at Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Incorporated

August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025

Grew the sorority's Instagram and Facebook following by 100+ in a single semester from a base of 1,500, publishing 2–3 posts and edits per month to maintain an active and welcoming online brand identity. Conceptualized and organized distinctive activity events, coordinating schedules and securing venue bookings to ensure seamless execution, guarantee punctual delivery and satisfaction, and deliver memorable experiences. Designed eye-catching recruitment graphics that drove 50+ potential new member sign-ups, boosting organizational visibility and campaign engagement.

Student Researcher at Playable Theatre Research Project

January 1, 2026 - Present

Developed a 90-minute live show blending scripted and improvisational storytelling inspired by tabletop RPG mechanics; engineered 3+ interactive audience tools enabling real-time narrative agency; led structured playtesting, synthesizing feedback into iterations; layered digital media, sound design, and visuals to heighten immersion.