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Nish Kalaungani

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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.

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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.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • HindiFluent
  • Spanish; CastilianIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet

Work experience· 5 roles

Product Designer (contract) · PrefaceJul 2025 – Aug 2025 · 2 mos

Redesigned 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) · TagMay 2025 – Aug 2025 · 4 mos

Led 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 · Sony Pictures EntertainmentDec 2024 – Aug 2025 · 9 mos

Boosted 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 · Inizio EvokeAug 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo
User Experience Designer · UCLA Graduate Student Resource CenterJun 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Education

Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science · University of California, Los Angeles2020 – 2024

Certifications and awards

User Experience Design Specialisation (issued by Coursera)2030 – 2025

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