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Anamitra Jana

Product Designer • UX Designer • New York, NY, US
Product Design
Service design
Figma
User Research
Design Systems
Wireframing
Prototyping
Adobe Photoshop
Lean Six Sigma
Digital Illustration
Process Optimization
Data Visualization
ProtoPie
Web Accessibility
Adobe Creative Suite
User-Centered Design
Usability Testing
User Flows
User Interface Design
Design Thinking
Affinity Diagrams
Mobile Design
Design Research
UX Strategy
User Personas
Card Sorting
Heuristic Evaluation
UI/UX Design
Augmented Reality
Adobe After Effects
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles
Product Designer | UX Researcher | Innovator
With a strong foundation in Human Computer Interaction from Indiana University Indianapolis and a background in Civil Engineering from Amity University Kolkata, I have developed a diverse skill set in product design and user experience research. As a Product Designer and Project Lead at IU RedLab, I spearheaded the Firegen project, leading cross-disciplinary teams and enhancing project outcomes through strategic vision and collaboration. My role at the Toyota Mobility Foundation involved improving operational efficiency in charitable food distribution, where I implemented service design methodologies and developed a scalable translation tool. As a User Experience Research Assistant at IU Luddy School, I conducted field research on workplace accessibility, focusing on the challenges faced by disabled job seekers. My work is characterized by a user-centered design approach, leveraging research and collaboration to drive impactful solutions.

Projects

Toyota Mobility Foundation Project

Marion County (IN) communities experience substantial food insecurity. We partnered with food banks and local food pantries to understand the food assistance gap. My team partnered with Westminster Neighborhood Services (WNS) to develop tailored solutions to the challenges they face. Westminster Neighborhood Services struggles with lengthy client check-in processes, particularly for non-English speakers, causing frustration and inefficiency. ‍Underlying Issue: Language barriers create delays due to staff reliance on translation apps for repetitive client intake questions, impacting client experience and pantry efficiency. I designed "Translator Playlist," a feature that can be integrated into any existing translator applications. This solution enables users (here staff) to personalize and pre-load common check-in conversations/questions, translating them into any language with a single click. Also developed a temporary tool for immediate use. Result: Implementing this at Westminster Neighborhood Services improved both staff and client experience, substantially reduced new client registration time by 39.44% for non English speaker, and increased overall check-in process efficiency by 26.24%.See More

FiregenAI - Redlab (prev CTIL)

Writing incident reports for firefighters is not only time-consuming but also error-prone. It considerably increases their work stress, which has an adverse effect on their psychological well-being and job performance. I conceptualized and designed an advanced incident reporting system for the firefighters. It leverages deep learning and Natural Language Processing (NLP) to analyze raw conversation data, automatically extracting key details and summarizing the incident. This generates a high-quality draft report, saving firefighters time and ensuring consistent reporting. After reviewing and making any necessary edits, firefighters can submit the final report with ease. Impact: + User interviews with 8 firefighters revealed this could accelerate their incident report generation by at least 50% + Led team expansionSee More

Work History

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Product Designer (Project Lead)

Redlab (previously CTIL)Full-time Employee● Led user research initiatives, including (5) interviews with firefighters, desk research, surveys, and field studies, to uncover user experience challenges, behaviour patterns associated with incident reporting and edge cases. ● Conceptualized a semi-automated incident report generation system using generative AI and NLP, projected to reduce report composition time by up to 50% (from user interviews with firefighters). ● Conducted solo exploratory research on technical requirements and limitations of generative AI, collaborating with subject matter experts in AI/ML. ● Communicated research findings to stakeholders, influencing team expansion and the addition of data science researchers, software developers, for concept validation (technical feasibility) and further research and development. ● Designed and refined the prototype through 3 rounds of iterations based on feedback from user testing with firefighters.
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Product Designer

Toyota Mobility FoundationContract EmployeeJul 2023 - Jul 2024 • 1 yr 1 mo● Conducted in-depth explorative research (participatory observations and ethnographic studies) to gain a comprehensive understanding of the complex charitable food distribution system in US and stakeholders involved. ● Learned and Implemented service design and six sigma (SIPOC) methodology creating value stream maps, site maps and user journey maps, analysing, and visually documenting the intricate workflows of the food supply chain. ● Identified the critical bottleneck the pantry operations (language barrier) and facilitated cross-disciplinary collaboration through co-design workshops and design sprints for comprehensive problem-solving and concept development. ● Designed and built a scalable translation web application utilizing Figma and FlutterFlow, and successfully piloted live usability testing of the solution during pantry operations. ● Delivered a 26.24% increase in operational efficiency and a 39.6% reduction in average check-in time at the food pantry.
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UX Research Assistant

Indiana UniversityPart-time EmployeeFeb 2023 - May 2024 • 1 yr 4 mos● Pioneered extensive field research on workplace accessibility, applying a user-centered design approach. ● Synthesized findings from over 40 research papers and articles, establishing a comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by disabled job seekers and the prevalence of accommodation support. ● Leveraged digital ethnography to capture rich, qualitative insights from the disability community on online forums.
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UX/UI Graphic Design Intern

Indesign ElementsInternSep 2020 - Jan 2021 • 5 mos● Redesigned the company's website and design system, based on user testing and market research. ● Led high-impact marketing campaigns for B2C clients, driving brand strategy and crafting high-fidelity design mockups.

Education

Indiana University Bloomington

Master of Science - MS, Human Computer InteractionAug 2022 - May 2024

Amity University

Bachelor of Technology, Civil EngineeringAug 2016 - Aug 2020

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Product Designer | UX Researcher | Innovator
With a strong foundation in Human Computer Interaction from Indiana University Indianapolis and a background in Civil Engineering from Amity University Kolkata, I have developed a diverse skill set in product design and user experience research. As a Product Designer and Project Lead at IU RedLab, I spearheaded the Firegen project, leading cross-disciplinary teams and enhancing project outcomes through strategic vision and collaboration. My role at the Toyota Mobility Foundation involved improving operational efficiency in charitable food distribution, where I implemented service design methodologies and developed a scalable translation tool. As a User Experience Research Assistant at IU Luddy School, I conducted field research on workplace accessibility, focusing on the challenges faced by disabled job seekers. My work is characterized by a user-centered design approach, leveraging research and collaboration to drive impactful solutions.

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Top Talent like Anamitra are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Anamitra Jana

Product Designer • UX Designer • New York, NY, US
Product Design
Service design
Figma
User Research
Design Systems
Wireframing
Prototyping
Adobe Photoshop
Lean Six Sigma
Digital Illustration
Process Optimization
Data Visualization
ProtoPie
Web Accessibility
Adobe Creative Suite
User-Centered Design
Usability Testing
User Flows
User Interface Design
Design Thinking
Affinity Diagrams
Mobile Design
Design Research
UX Strategy
User Personas
Card Sorting
Heuristic Evaluation
UI/UX Design
Augmented Reality
Adobe After Effects
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles

Projects

Toyota Mobility Foundation Project

Marion County (IN) communities experience substantial food insecurity. We partnered with food banks and local food pantries to understand the food assistance gap. My team partnered with Westminster Neighborhood Services (WNS) to develop tailored solutions to the challenges they face. Westminster Neighborhood Services struggles with lengthy client check-in processes, particularly for non-English speakers, causing frustration and inefficiency. ‍Underlying Issue: Language barriers create delays due to staff reliance on translation apps for repetitive client intake questions, impacting client experience and pantry efficiency. I designed "Translator Playlist," a feature that can be integrated into any existing translator applications. This solution enables users (here staff) to personalize and pre-load common check-in conversations/questions, translating them into any language with a single click. Also developed a temporary tool for immediate use. Result: Implementing this at Westminster Neighborhood Services improved both staff and client experience, substantially reduced new client registration time by 39.44% for non English speaker, and increased overall check-in process efficiency by 26.24%.

FiregenAI - Redlab (prev CTIL)

Writing incident reports for firefighters is not only time-consuming but also error-prone. It considerably increases their work stress, which has an adverse effect on their psychological well-being and job performance. I conceptualized and designed an advanced incident reporting system for the firefighters. It leverages deep learning and Natural Language Processing (NLP) to analyze raw conversation data, automatically extracting key details and summarizing the incident. This generates a high-quality draft report, saving firefighters time and ensuring consistent reporting. After reviewing and making any necessary edits, firefighters can submit the final report with ease. Impact: + User interviews with 8 firefighters revealed this could accelerate their incident report generation by at least 50% + Led team expansion

Work History

R

Product Designer (Project Lead)

Redlab (previously CTIL)Full-time Employee● Led user research initiatives, including (5) interviews with firefighters, desk research, surveys, and field studies, to uncover user experience challenges, behaviour patterns associated with incident reporting and edge cases. ● Conceptualized a semi-automated incident report generation system using generative AI and NLP, projected to reduce report composition time by up to 50% (from user interviews with firefighters). ● Conducted solo exploratory research on technical requirements and limitations of generative AI, collaborating with subject matter experts in AI/ML. ● Communicated research findings to stakeholders, influencing team expansion and the addition of data science researchers, software developers, for concept validation (technical feasibility) and further research and development. ● Designed and refined the prototype through 3 rounds of iterations based on feedback from user testing with firefighters.
T

Product Designer

Toyota Mobility FoundationContract EmployeeJul 2023 - Jul 2024 • 1 yr 1 mo● Conducted in-depth explorative research (participatory observations and ethnographic studies) to gain a comprehensive understanding of the complex charitable food distribution system in US and stakeholders involved. ● Learned and Implemented service design and six sigma (SIPOC) methodology creating value stream maps, site maps and user journey maps, analysing, and visually documenting the intricate workflows of the food supply chain. ● Identified the critical bottleneck the pantry operations (language barrier) and facilitated cross-disciplinary collaboration through co-design workshops and design sprints for comprehensive problem-solving and concept development. ● Designed and built a scalable translation web application utilizing Figma and FlutterFlow, and successfully piloted live usability testing of the solution during pantry operations. ● Delivered a 26.24% increase in operational efficiency and a 39.6% reduction in average check-in time at the food pantry.
I

UX Research Assistant

Indiana UniversityPart-time EmployeeFeb 2023 - May 2024 • 1 yr 4 mos● Pioneered extensive field research on workplace accessibility, applying a user-centered design approach. ● Synthesized findings from over 40 research papers and articles, establishing a comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by disabled job seekers and the prevalence of accommodation support. ● Leveraged digital ethnography to capture rich, qualitative insights from the disability community on online forums.
I

UX/UI Graphic Design Intern

Indesign ElementsInternSep 2020 - Jan 2021 • 5 mos● Redesigned the company's website and design system, based on user testing and market research. ● Led high-impact marketing campaigns for B2C clients, driving brand strategy and crafting high-fidelity design mockups.

Education

Indiana University Bloomington

Master of Science - MS, Human Computer InteractionAug 2022 - May 2024

Amity University

Bachelor of Technology, Civil EngineeringAug 2016 - Aug 2020

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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