Michaela Lozada
About Michaela Lozada
Michaela Lozada is a Jr Frontend Developer at Sesame Workshop, where she has worked since 2023. She has a background in graphic design and communications, with previous internships at UNICEF and WINLAB, and holds dual degrees in Computer Science and Visual Arts from Rutgers University.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Michaela Lozada has been employed at Sesame Workshop since 2022, currently serving as a Jr Frontend Developer. In this role, she contributes to the development of digital content and applications for the organization. Additionally, she has held the position of Tech and Asset Production Assistant for two years, where she supports various technical and production tasks. Prior to these roles, she worked as a Digital Production Intern for two months in 2019, gaining experience in digital media production.
Previous Experience
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Michaela Lozada interned at UNICEF as a Communications and Graphic Design Intern from 2021 to 2022, where she focused on communication strategies and graphic design projects. She also worked as an Augmented Reality Development Intern at WINLAB in 2021, contributing to AR projects. Her earlier roles include positions as a Graphic Designer and Vector Artist at HackHERS and HackRU, and as a Social Media Coordinator and Graphic Designer for the New Jersey State Bar Foundation.
Education and Expertise
Michaela Lozada studied at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts, both completed between 2017 and 2021. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both technical and creative disciplines, equipping her with a diverse skill set applicable to her work in frontend development and design.
Background and Interests
Michaela Lozada has a variety of interests that reflect her cultural engagement. She is an avid fan of authors and filmmakers such as Jules Verne, Hayao Miyazaki, and Agatha Christie, as well as the science fiction series Star Trek. Outside of her professional pursuits, she is a marathon runner, demonstrating her commitment to fitness and endurance. Additionally, she holds a black belt in Taekwondo, indicating her discipline and dedication to martial arts.
Unique Skills
Michaela Lozada possesses a diverse skill set that includes courtroom art, a unique intersection of artistic expression and legal proceedings. This skill adds a distinctive element to her portfolio, showcasing her versatility as an artist and designer. Her experiences in various internships and roles have allowed her to develop a broad range of technical and creative abilities.