​Hi, I'm Natalie. 🙋‍♀️

I am a mixed-methods researcher with 5+ years of professional experience. Currently, I am a User Researcher at Riot Games supporting various game projects in R&D.

Previously, I was at Electronic Arts supporting Maxis Studios with research for recent Sims 4 updates and releases, including the award nominated Expansion Pack Cottage Living, and the R&D project codenamed Project Rene. Before EA, I conducted research at Vudu (formerly a Walmart Company) and NBC Entertainment.
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When I'm outside of the office, I'm convincing friends to watch "Avatar: The Last Airbender" and baking (most likely banana bread).

What I'm doing now.

A brief summary of what I’m up to. Inspired by the /now movement.

Last Updated: April 2023

Recently returned from a 10-day trip to Japan. Trying to get back into the swing of things, but mostly devouring past seasons of Married at First Sight with my partner.

​Moving into the second phase of Intermediate Japanese with a new textbook.

Relearning how to love cooking with a meal kit delivery service.