Jaden Gilley
Interdisciplinary media and technology professional building engaging, human-centered experiences.
About Jaden Gilley
I’m a media and technology professional who builds engaging, hands-on experiences at the intersection of creative work and technical systems. I studied Media & Cinema Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where I combined storytelling, media theory, and technical exploration to shape how I approach design, collaboration, and user experience.
At UIUC, I became deeply involved in immersive technology communities, eventually serving as President of the VR Club. Through organizing events, supporting member projects, and leading collaborative efforts, I gained hands-on experience in leadership, coordination, and making emerging technology spaces more accessible. I’ve also worked on projects at XR-focused hackathons, collaborating across disciplines to rapidly prototype immersive experiences under tight timelines.
Across immersive projects, live esports production, and technical operations, I’ve often taken on roles that bridge creative vision and practical execution. I enjoy helping teams stay aligned, refining workflows, and turning ideas into polished, human-centered experiences.