
Jessi LeMayis the Science Communicator and lead storyteller at the Desert Research Institute (DRI), where she managesCuriosity Lab by DRIa statewide, public programming event series that blends science, art, and the humanities through live storytelling and multimedia experiences.
As a visual storyteller, Jessi combines short documentaries, photography, and live events to share the work of environmental researchers and explore the identity of the American West in the time of a changing climate.
Before joining DRI, Jessi collaborated with a range of organizations including the Reno Rodeo, Governor’s Points of Light, Nevada Division of Forestry, Nevada Humane Society, and Woodburn & Wedge.
Her portfolio centers on stories of place, community, and the evolving landscapesboth physical and culturalof the West.
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photographer, videographer, storyteller, curiosity lab,