Maya Gering
About Maya Gering
Maya Gering serves as the Editor in Chief of Riddle Me This at Jellysmack since 2019 and has a background in art and humanities from institutions such as Sarah Lawrence College and ENSAPC. She oversees a production team and develops personal projects while also working as a motion designer and co-founder of Tagidoo.
Work at Jellysmack
Maya Gering has been working at Jellysmack since 2018, holding the position of Editor In Chief for the series Riddle Me This since 2019. In her role, she oversees a production team that includes illustrators, animators, and community managers. The team produces over four episodes of content weekly, which are distributed across platforms such as Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, and YouTube. Additionally, she works as a Motion Designer at Jellysmack, contributing to the creative aspects of content production.
Education and Expertise
Maya Gering studied at Sarah Lawrence College, where she earned a Bachelor of Liberal Arts with a focus on Painting and Humanities from 2008 to 2012. She also attended École Nationale Supérieure d'Art Paris-Cergy, achieving a License d'Art Plastique avec Felicitations de Jury. Her studies included a year abroad at New York University in Paris, focusing on French Language and Literature. Furthermore, she completed a Diplome d'Art National at ENSAPC, receiving the distinction of Félicitations de Jury.
Background
Maya Gering has a diverse background in the arts and media. She worked at ENSAPC as a Master’s student from 2016 to 2018. Prior to her current roles, she gained experience in packaging design as an intern at ADHOC Design for three months in 2017. In addition to her work at Jellysmack, she co-founded Tagidoo, where she serves as an animator and illustrator, further showcasing her commitment to creative projects.
Achievements
In her capacity as Editor In Chief at Riddle Me This, Maya Gering writes scripts and storyboards for an illustrated and animated series. Her leadership has facilitated the production of a significant volume of content, demonstrating her ability to manage and inspire a creative team. She continues to develop personal projects alongside her professional responsibilities, reflecting her dedication to the arts and storytelling.