Tamaika Joseph

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Empathetic Narrative Writer and Game Designer with personal accountability for consistently producing high-quality work, evident in the honorable mention received for the Edith Goldberg Paul Memorial Prize (2023).

Dedicated to developing and executing creative concepts. Ability to work well with others, utilize problem-solving skills and manage multiple projects with great attention to detail.

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Education

Relevant Coursework: Workshop in Fiction 2, Writing the Chapbook, Digital Storytelling, and History of English
- Edited and gave feedback to peers on their creative oeuvre to improve for clarity and conciseness in the narrative
- Compiled and edited creative work into a Chapbook

University of Sussex | Study Abroad | Falmer, England | July 2023

Relevant Coursework: Media and Film /English: Video Games: Creative and Critical Writing
- Composed narratives and shooting scripts; created avatars; developed fictional worlds
- Reflected and analyzed the social implications of game design, taking into account discourses around gender, race, and sexuality
- Evaluated the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems when relating the creative aspect of game design to critical reflection on the social aspects of games

Experience

Rockowitz Writing Center- Undergraduate English Tutor; New York, NY

Sept 2023 - Present

Proficient in breaking down complex literary concepts to facilitate better student comprehension.
Provided constructive feedback to help students improve their writing and critical thinking skills.
Participated in workshops or training sessions to stay informed about new teaching methods and resources.
Accommodated diverse learning needs by adjusting tutoring approaches based on individual student progress and feedback.

Counseling in Schools – Assistant; Brooklyn, NY

Sept 2022 - Present

Utilized various office software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Canva, to manage projects and create flyers and PowerPoints
Organized files, kept records, and performed data entry
Managed correspondence, drafted emails, scheduled appointments, and calendars

Top Resumes Now, -Copywriter Intern/Technical Aide; Brooklyn, NY

July 2023 – August 2023

Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.
Receptive to constructive criticism and willing to revise and refine as needed.
Conducted thorough research on industries and target markets to inform copy.

Projects

Creme Savers Nov 2022

Honorable Mention for the 2023 Edith Goldberg Paulson Memorial Prize for Creative Writing Independent Game Narrative project

In a world ravaged by the dead, two women try to cling to the world they once knew desperately. Together, they go on a journey to re-up supplies and uncover something shocking.

Afro-performative Ceiling August 2023

Independent Critical Analysis Essay The Afro-Performative Ceiling examines and contrasts two popular titles, "Detroit: Become Human" and "The Walking Dead," which approach blackness, black characters, and important themes to construct feelings of empathy in dystopian worlds.

Room 707 August 2023

Independent Game Narrative Project

Room 707 is a modern Japanese horror tale that weaves its web with journal entries, trapping its readers in a nightmarish dance between reality and illusion. All Sin December 2022 Group TableTop Game Project All Sin challenges players to bring out the worst in themselves to compete. Four players will become aristocrats embodying their worst vices and play through a series of gambling mini-games to win anything their heart desires.

Race and Representation in Video Games Nov 2022

Independent Presentation

Presented to a class of 50 students and sought to inform students how we can authentically represent Poc characters. Several Popular titles and the demographic of gamers were examined and discussed.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Google Workspace,

Haitian Creole, HTML, Twine, and CSS.