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Hi, I’m Nish Kalaungani, a curious and user-focused UX designer with a Cognitive Science degree from UCLA and cross-industry experience in technology, healthcare, and education. Globally raised and culturally attuned, I design intuitive digital products that prioritize real human needs and drive meaningful engagement.
I thrive on creating innovative user experiences by blending my knowledge of cognitive science with hands-on design expertise. My passion lies in connecting user needs with business goals to build products that are not only functional but also delightful and impactful.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Product Designer (contract) at Preface
July 31, 2025 - August 28, 2025Redesigned a class scheduling system to reduce manual bookings, improving efficiency and digital experience. Contributed to a responsive website redesign that enhanced usability across devices and increased primary CTA clicks by 14%. Created an AI literacy assessment that drove over 20,000 engagements and 3,000 consultations through a targeted marketing campaign.
User Experience Designer (contract) at Tag
May 31, 2025 - August 28, 2025Led UX redesign of a digital asset management system for a major pharmaceutical client, streamlining usability and workflow efficiency across admin and user portals. Bridged user needs, business goals, and technical constraints through close collaboration with cross-functional teams. Iterated prototypes on Figma based on user research and three rounds of client feedback, earning positive stakeholder approval.
Data Science Intern at Sony Pictures Entertainment
December 31, 2024 - August 28, 2025Boosted campaign ROI by 15% through analysis of Apple client promotions using pivot tables and CountIf formulas. Influenced SEA financial strategy by presenting Google India's streaming trends at a global SPE meeting. Increased content engagement by 12% through marketing campaigns, driving higher streaming hours for Sony titles in Thailand.
User Experience Design Intern at Inizio Evoke
August 31, 2023 - August 28, 2025Mapped user journeys, created personas, and iterated wireframes with stakeholder input, contributing to FDA approval for pharmaceutical clients. Conducted user research on featured content and optimized UX for a medical podcast app, driving a 5.6% increase in conversions. Led brainstorming and UX development for "Aid-I," an AI-driven mental health platform, resulting in a 6.5% increase in first appointments scheduled within one month.
User Experience Designer at UCLA Graduate Student Resource Center
June 30, 2023 - August 28, 2025Led cross-departmental meetings to align business goals and engineering constraints, ensuring final product met both user needs and developmental requirements. Developed low-fidelity prototypes and intuitive wireframes using Figma, increasing web traffic by 2.4% in six weeks. Conducted data analytics through Google Analytics to create more inclusive designs targeting minority ethnic, gender, and social groups.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science at University of California, Los Angeles
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024Qualifications
User Experience Design Specialisation (issued by Coursera)
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2025Industry Experience
Healthcare, Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet
Experience Level
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