Tate_Portfolio

About Me

I'm Kamryn Tate, a passionate game producer and recent Computer Science graduate from Howard University. My journey in gaming spans from esports to TTRPG, where I've developed strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of game development processes.

My experience includes coordinating gaming events, managing community engagement, and working with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional gaming experiences. I'm particularly interested in creating inclusive gaming environments and leveraging technology to enhance player experiences.

Throughout my academic career, I've been deeply involved in the gaming community at Howard University, serving as Women's Liaison for the Gaming Society and Event Coordinator for the Esports team. These roles have taught me the importance of fostering inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome to participate and grow.

My technical background in Computer Science, combined with my hands-on experience in game production and event management, gives me a unique perspective on the intersection of technology and entertainment. I'm passionate about using data-driven approaches to improve user experiences and create more engaging gaming content.

As I begin my career in game production, I'm excited to bring my technical skills, leadership experience, and passion for inclusive gaming to create memorable experiences that bring people together through the power of play.

Works

Data Pipeline Engineering

Developed real-time sports data pipelines at Creative Artists Agency, reducing latency by 15% and automating ETL processes to cut manual report editing time by 40%.

Esports Event Production

Coordinated logistics for a 23,500-attendee League of Legends tournament at Riot Games, managing schedules for 50 volunteers and optimizing crowd engagement strategies.

Community Building

As Women's Liaison for Howard University Gaming Society, organized inclusive gaming nights and built a Discord server that increased average attendance from 4 to 10 participants.

Case Studies

League of Legends Tournament Optimization

Challenge: Coordinating a large-scale esports event with 23,500 attendees while maintaining seamless operations across multiple teams.

Solution: Implemented comprehensive logistics management system, liaised with broadcast, marketing, and security teams, and designed post-event surveys for continuous improvement.

Results: Achieved 95% on-time performance, boosted satisfaction scores by 20%, and generated actionable recommendations for future events.

Data Pipeline Efficiency Improvement

Challenge: Manual data processing was time-consuming and error-prone, with significant latency in sports data delivery.

Solution: Engineered real-time sports data pipelines in Python and automated ETL processes to streamline data flow.

Results: Reduced data latency by 15% and cut manual report editing time by 40%, enabling faster decision-making for stakeholders.

Howard University Gaming Community Growth

Challenge: Low participation rates in gaming events, particularly among women, with only 4 average attendees at gaming nights.

Solution: Created inclusive event programming, built a comprehensive Discord server for community engagement, and implemented targeted outreach strategies to increase diversity in gaming spaces.

Results: Increased average attendance from 4 to 10 participants, established a sustainable community platform, and created a more welcoming environment for all gamers.

Campus Esports Tournament Series

Challenge: Limited awareness and participation in campus gaming events, with poor registration rates and low engagement.

Solution: Developed strategic social media campaigns, coordinated with multiple campus departments for venue and technical support, and created engaging tournament formats that appealed to both casual and competitive players.

Results: Successfully planned and executed 6 campus tournaments, increased registrations by 50%, and established a sustainable model for future gaming events at Howard University.

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration at CAA

Challenge: Siloed communication between analytics, marketing, and data teams, leading to inefficient decision-making processes and delayed insights delivery.

Solution: Established regular stakeholder meetings, created standardized reporting templates, and implemented automated data sharing protocols to improve cross-team collaboration.

Results: Improved team coordination by 60%, reduced report delivery time by 30%, and enhanced data-driven decision making across all departments.

My Portfolio

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About Me

Works

Data Pipeline Engineering

Esports Event Production

Community Building

Case Studies

League of Legends Tournament Optimization

Data Pipeline Efficiency Improvement

Howard University Gaming Community Growth

Campus Esports Tournament Series

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration at CAA

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Unity Game Development

Project Management

Data Engineering

Esports Management