Joy Guey
Emerging Technologies Advocate | Project Director | Digital Humanities Specialist
Pasadena, US.About
Highly innovative and results-driven professional with extensive experience in emerging technologies, project leadership, and digital humanities. Proven ability to design and implement cutting-edge VR/AR applications, establish innovation studios, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve significant academic and civic impact. Adept at securing grants, fostering strategic partnerships, and translating complex technical concepts into accessible educational initiatives.
Work
UCLA Social Sciences Center for Education, Research, and Technology
|Emerging Technologies Advocate, Bridge Innovation Studio Director
Los Angeles, CA, US
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Summary
Directed an innovation studio, driving the adoption of emerging technologies across academic disciplines and leading cross-campus initiatives for digital scholarship.
Highlights
Established and directed a pioneering innovation studio, successfully introducing emerging technologies to faculty and students to advance their instructional and research goals.
Delivered expert talks and provided consultations on over 150 projects requiring emerging technologies, specializing in VR/AR, AI, volumetric capture, video, graphics, drones, and web-based platforms.
Chaired the cross-campus XR Working Group, engaging over 150 faculty, staff, and students, while actively participating as a UC Women in Tech Committee member and API Faculty Staff Association Chair.
Co-taught the Digital Humanities Capstone & Internship course, providing hands-on instruction in AR prototyping and fostering practical skill development.
Pasadena, CA, US
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DBA
Summary
Led the end-to-end development of a social narrative virtual reality application, securing significant funding and strategic partnerships to address voter suppression issues.
Highlights
Designed and developed a compelling social narrative virtual reality experience focused on raising awareness about voter suppression issues, leveraging immersive storytelling.
Secured the prestigious Oculus Launch Pad 2021 Grant by producing comprehensive assets, including a compelling trailer, detailed pitch deck, and functional vertical slice.
Acquired a coveted marketing consultation package from Game If You Are (Indie Spotlight Recipient), significantly enhancing project visibility and outreach strategies.
Collaborated with Creative Acts and Made New Foundation to integrate the VR application into their civic engagement curriculum, expanding its educational reach and community impact.
UCLA Esports
|Overwatch Varsity Team Manager
Los Angeles, CA, US
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Summary
Managed competitive esports operations for a varsity team, overseeing coaching, team dynamics, and brand promotion within the collegiate gaming scene.
Highlights
Managed a remote coach and a competitive team of 9 student athletes, optimizing training schedules and performance strategies for competitive gaming.
Successfully promoted the UCLA Esports brand and cultivated strategic connections with key figures across the broader Esports industry, enhancing visibility and opportunities.
UCLA Young Research Library
|Digital Research Assistant
Los Angeles, CA, US
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Summary
Supported interdisciplinary research by developing innovative digital methodologies and providing expert consultations to academic professionals.
Highlights
Devised and implemented a novel 3D printed QR code methodology for the Urban Humanities Initiative, enhancing interactive data access.
Led and conducted workshops on Tableau, significantly improving data visualization and analytical skills for faculty and graduate students.
Provided tailored project consultations to faculty and graduate students, facilitating their digital research and technical needs.
UCLA Center for Digital Humanities
|Lab Operations Coordinator
Los Angeles, CA, US
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Summary
Coordinated comprehensive lab operations and managed a team of student consultants, providing critical technical and project support for digital humanities research initiatives.
Highlights
Managed a team of 7 student lab consultants, overseeing daily operations and ensuring seamless service delivery for diverse research projects.
Provided essential research and IT support for projects across the Architecture, Musicology, and Art History Departments, facilitating interdisciplinary digital scholarship.
Coordinated a significant project focused on 3D modeling of medieval gothic cathedrals, including 'Paris, Past, and Present,' contributing to advanced digital preservation.
Education
University of California, Los Angeles
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Master
Social Science
University of California, Los Angeles
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Bachelor of Arts
Psychology & Digital Humanities
Awards
Oculus Launch Pad 2021 Grant Recipient
Awarded By
Oculus
Awarded a prestigious grant for the development of a social narrative virtual reality application, recognizing its innovation and potential impact.
Game If You Are Indie Spotlight Recipient
Awarded By
Game If You Are
Recognized with an Indie Spotlight marketing consultation package, highlighting the project's unique appeal and market potential.
Cities, Cultural Heritage, and Digital Humanities Politecnico di Torino Program Participant
Awarded By
Politecnico di Torino
Selected to participate in an international program focusing on the intersection of urban studies, cultural heritage, and digital humanities, demonstrating interdisciplinary expertise.
Languages
Mandarin Chinese
Certificates
UCLA Extension Technical Management Program
Issued By
UCLA Extension
Foundations of Humane Technology
Circuit Stream Certified XR Designer
Issued By
Circuit Stream
UC People Management
Issued By
University of California
FAA Certified UAS Remote Pilot
Issued By
FAA
Skills
Design & 3D Modeling
Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Sketchup, Rhino, Unity, 3D Printing.
Emerging Technologies
Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Volumetric Capture, Drones (UAS), Web-based Platforms.
Project Management
Project Leadership, Grant Management, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Collaboration, Operations Management, Curriculum Development.
Digital Humanities & Research
Digital Scholarship, Research Consultation, Data Visualization (Tableau), IT Support, Academic Program Development.
Leadership & Team Management
Team Leadership, Mentorship, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Building, Esports Management.
Communication & Advocacy
Public Speaking, Presentations, Consulting, Brand Promotion, Civic Engagement.