Julie Baran
About Julie Baran
Julie Baran is a Manager of Content Research at Sesame Workshop, where she leads formative research studies and collaborates with creative teams to develop educational content. She has a diverse background in research and education, having previously worked at MarketCast, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and the University of Pittsburgh.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Julie Baran has served as the Manager of Content Research at Sesame Workshop since 2020. In this role, she manages formative research across various platforms, including television episodes, website games, and apps. She leads studies focused on emerging technology experiences and short-form videos specifically for Sesame Street projects. Julie collaborates closely with creative content and education teams to ensure that the developed content has measurable educational impact. Her work involves conducting exploratory studies with children to gather insights that inform future content development.
Previous Experience in Research and Analysis
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Julie Baran held several positions in research and analysis. She worked at MarketCast as a Senior Research Analyst for nine months in 2020, following a year as a Research Analyst from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she served as a Research Coordinator I at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia from 2016 to 2019. Julie's experience also includes a role as a Clinical Research Assistant at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh from 2014 to 2016, where she contributed to various research initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Julie Baran holds a Master of Science in Applied Developmental Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh School of Education, where she studied from 2014 to 2016. She also completed graduate coursework in Social Work and Applied Psychology at Columbia University from 2017 to 2018. Her undergraduate education includes a Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State University, achieved from 2010 to 2014. Julie's academic background equips her with a strong foundation in early childhood development, which she applies in her research work.
Background in Children's Media
Julie Baran has a background in children's media, having worked as a Newsletter Coordinator for the Children's Media Association from 2019 to 2020. This role allowed her to engage with the children's media community and stay updated on industry trends. Her experience in various research roles in healthcare and education further complements her work in children's media, providing her with a unique perspective on content development aimed at young audiences.