| Computer Engineer |
User-centered Design
Augmented Reality
My name is Katie Gonsoulin
BS in Computer Engineering
Minor in Computer Science

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Engineering Experience
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Minor in Computer Science
Louisiana State University
2022
Founder and App Developer
Personal Project: Augmented Reality Temperature Map
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Orchestrating data exchange between core systems (3 IoT integrated sensors and development boards), customer-facing platforms (Android application), and back-office apps (Unity)
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Extrapolating temperature sensor data to create a visual heat map of the environment using intuitive data visualization techniques
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Designing and developing a mobile application to view the real-time heat map in augmented reality
Puyallup, WA
2025
Design/Research Team Leader
Augmented Reality for Composite Materials Manufacturing
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Awarded “Project of the Year” by a panel of engineers
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Translated sponsor’s needs into technical requirements, meeting 100% and remaining 10% under budget
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Increased manual manufacturing efficiency by 30% for new users compared to old techniques
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Improved product output quality by 65% compared to video tutorial training
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Fully utilized Microsoft's HoloLens 2 to develop speech recognition, cloud services (AWS), spatial mapping, hologram interactivity, and machine learning model support
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Optimized operational effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency by troubleshooting technical issues, performing root cause analysis, and providing timely resolutions
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Analyzed user feedback to identify opportunities for improved functionality
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Recorded project progress in 80 quality entries in a design notebook, elaborating on UI concept images, proposed UX interactions, and a breakdown of the software architecture
Louisiana State University
2021-2022
App Developer
Computer Vision Custom Model Tracking
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C++, C#, and Python scripts referenced each other for seamless object tracking and UX
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iOS, Android compatible code achieved real-time tracking of 7 objects using live video feed, maintaining 90% IoU accuracy
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Provided post-deployment support by drafting technical documentation, user guides, and support materials, including a video demonstration on YouTube
Louisiana State University
2021
Customer Service Experience
Seasonal Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret
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Guided customers through the vulnerable process of purchasing intimates while maintaining the #1 position for most credit card signups
Puyallup, WA
2025 - Ongoing
Member Services & Fitness Specialist
Bayou Bend Fitness Center
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Exceptional customer service, receiving 100% positive feedback in over 75 member surveys, and was voted #1 most friendly front desk worker
Franklin, LA
2024 - 2025
Receptionist
Lake Beau Pre Townhomes
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Answered questions for 1000+ residents in person and over the phone, processing payments in cash or check for weekly lawn care and HOA fees
Baton Rouge, LA
2021 - 2022
Seasonal Sales Associate
Best Buy
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Translated customer needs into viable tech solutions using my background in engineering, upselling where possible
Puyallup, WA
2025 - 2026
Front Desk Attendant
Red Lerille's Health & Racquet Club
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Worked alone during the early morning hours, managing member services for the entire facility (12,000+ members, 212,000 sq ft) during that time
Lafayette, LA
2023 - 2024
Barista
Hub Coffee
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Took hundreds of customer orders per shift on the Square POS system, reviewing end-of-shift receipts to ensure accuracy
Ottumwa, IA
2022 - 2023


Residential Assistant
LSU Residential Life
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Managed 70 college freshmen, guiding them through academic and personal obstacles while organizing monthly activities for over 600 students
Baton Rouge, LA
2018 - 2020

Engagement Ambassador
LSU Foundation
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Raised over $15,800 in 131 hours of calling
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Outpaced other callers, remaining in the top 3 on the leaderboard for pledge count, participation percentage, and money secured for the duration of employment
Remote
2020 - 2021

Python
C++
OpenCV
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Workspace
Interpersonal Skills
Problem Solver







