Summary
Lauren Gold is a creative software developer and postdoctoral researcher with eight years of experience designing immersive AR/VR experiences and interactive media. With a PhD in Media Arts and Sciences from Arizona State University and visiting research stints at NASA JPL, she blends academic rigor with hands-on engineering using Unity, C#, Spark AR, Lens Studio, and Max MSP. Her work spans cross-platform projects—from iOS apps and real-time AR filters to experimental sensory interfaces for space-focused research—reflecting an uncommon mix of artistic practice and systems-level development. Based in Houston, she leads research-driven prototyping and has a track record of translating creative concepts into polished, deployable experiences that engage both technical and public audiences.
7 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy, Media Arts and Sciences (School of Arts, Media and Engineering), Doctor of Philosophy, Media Arts and Sciences (School of Arts, Media and Engineering) at Arizona State University