Empathy + understanding are essential ingredients for good design

As an HCI grad student, I translate user needs into beautiful, functional interfaces and digital experiences. Seeking an opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and grow my UX skills.

Education

Master of Science in Human-Computer Interaction

  • Indiana University - Bloomington (2023-2025)

  • Focus on Mobile & Wearable HCI and Information Architecture Systems

  • Relevant Coursework: Interactive Design, User Experience Principles, Digital Illustration

Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering

  • Amrita School of Engineering - Bengaluru (2017-2021)

  • Focus on Expertise in Signal Processing & Computer Networking

Experience

Autism Rocks and Rolls, Inc. (@ IU CORPS) | UX Designer (2024-Present)

  • Collaborated with the organization on website enhancements, applying user-centered design principles to improve accessibility and user experience, while raising awareness and empowering autistic individuals

  • Conducted comprehensive project analysis and usability testing to identify requirements, pain points, and potential challenges, and developed a strategic action plan to enhance website functionality and optimize user flow

  • Redesigned and optimized website content, ensuring seamless backend navigation, editing, and proofreading for clear communication, and supported the nonprofit’s outreach efforts through content strategy and user engagement

99 Yards | UI/UX Design Intern (2024-Present)

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design seamless, user-friendly interfaces for mobile and web platforms using Figma and other design tools

  • Apply user-centered design principles to create engaging experiences, optimizing performance and usability across multiple devices

  • Drive the design lifecycle from concept to delivery, staying updated on UX/UI trends to ensure innovative and reliable solutions

Skills

  • Design: Information Architecture (IA), Prototyping (high & low fidelity), Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Research: Usability Testing, User Interviews, Surveys, Usability Testing and A/B Testing, Design Thinking

  • Design tools and coding: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Figjam, HTML, CSS, Framer, Python

  • Quality Assurance: Root Cause Analysis, Quality Control Procedures

  • Collaboration: Adept at working effectively in cross-functional teams

  • Proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and Framer.

  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.

  • Ability to conduct comprehensive user research and usability testing.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Projects

  • Bharat Cinemas: A Movie Booking App
    Designed a user-friendly mobile app interface for Bharath Cinemas using wireframing, visual design, and information architecture. Enhanced the movie booking experience through ideation, user flow, and interactive prototyping, developing personas, and creating storyboards for an intuitive interface.

  • Embodied Grocery Shopping Experience
    Improved shopping cart functionality and accessibility for wheelchair users by leveraging wireframing, low-fidelity prototypes, and interactive prototyping. Adhered to WCAG standards, utilizing visual design and information architecture. Conducted user research, developed personas, and crafted a comprehensive redesign strategy for enhanced engagement.

  • Juro: Find Your Fun & Friends. Explore Campus Life (at Indiana University)
    Led the creation of a mobile app for new and transfer students to connect through shared outdoor experiences. Managed user research, conceptual design, wireframing, and low-fidelity prototyping. Enhanced social connectivity by employing user-centered design principles and interactive prototyping for a seamless cross-platform experience.

Personal qualities

  • Believe in the power of continuous improvement through testing and refinement

  • Enjoy tackling design challenges and finding creative solutions

  • Leverage user research and data insights to inform design decisions

  • Passionate about staying current with technology and design trends

Interests

  • Trekking, particularly on mountains and natural landscapes

  • Staying abreast of the latest trends in technology and design

  • Listening to podcasts and watching movies of all genres, with a soft spot for Sci-Fi

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Copyright 2024 by Pranit Jena

Copyright 2024 by Pranit Jena

Copyright 2024 by Pranit Jena