Jayati Makhijani

Experience

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  Indiana University

  Jan 2023 - Dec 2024

  User Researcher & Designer

  1. Research: Researched common problems caused by dust, analyzing its effects on respiratory infections and overall health. The insights gained informed user-centered design solutions, leading to more effective health-focused designs and increased userawareness.2. Guidance: Instructed Media Arts students on design systems and animations using Adobe Aero, After Effects, Adobe XD, Adobe Substance, and Adobe Audition for podcast recording, enhancing their technical skills and creative expression.3. Mentorship: Provided one-on-one mentorship to 100+ students, offering feedback and best practices in design and prototyping. Evaluated and graded student projects to foster learning, creativity, and professional growth. Show less

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  Comet Lab (Convergent Media and Exploratory Technologies Lab)

  Jan 2024 - Dec 2024

  User Experience Designer

  1. Research: Conducted A/B testing to evaluate design variations, gathering user feedback and data to identify the most effective design elements for optimizing user engagement.2. Design: Redesigned screens for the Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia cancer care roadmap, addressing key usability issues and incorporating user-centered solutions to enhance navigation, accessibility, and overall user experience.

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  GravityDrive

  Jan 2024 - now

  User Experience Designer

  1. Research: Discovered new feature opportunities for a confidential VR training project by conducting user-centered research, including in-depth user needs assessments, behavioral analysis, and usability studies. Gathered insights into user behaviors and emotions, informing product strategy and enhancing training effectiveness.2. Design: Created interactive prototypes and visually appealing user interfaces in Figma, effectively integrating branding elements. Emphasized intuitive navigation, user flows, and immersive experiences, leading to improved user engagement and satisfaction. Show less

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  Site Service Software Inc.

  Aug 2024 - Dec 2024

  UI/UX Designer Intern

  1. Research: Analyzed a comprehensive website analysis to identify user needs and pain points, providing valuable insights to guide the redesign process and improve the user experience.2. Design: Used Figma to redesign the website with a focus on intuitive navigation, clear visual hierarchy, and a consistent branding strategy. Created responsive, user-friendly prototypes that enhanced usability and overall user engagement.