Kavitha Seshgari

UX/UI Designer-Volunteer/Freelancer UX Lead for Dance Website
Charlotte , North Carolina
08/2024 - Current
• Led a volunteer team to design and develop a responsive website for the Nrityalaya Academy.
• Conducted user interviews with dance students, parents, and instructors to understand their needs and preferences.
• Created wireframes and user flows to visualize the website's structure and navigation.
• Designed and implemented a visually appealing and user-friendly interface.
• Collaborated with developers to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
• Iterated on the website based on user feedback and testing.

• Contributing to the University's community outreach, dance education, and assessment initiatives
• Aligning efforts with the American College Dance Association's (ACDA) 'Dance and Community' campaign
• Developed and maintained comprehensive national, D.C., and Mid-Atlantic South databases for Charlotte University Dance and community Research Institute
• Conducted in-depth research and compiled data on over 600 Indian classical dancers for the ACDA National College Dance Festival
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Streamlined membership processes, significantly reducing processing time and ensuring high data accuracy.
• Employed user research techniques to understand member needs and preferences, informing improvements in marketing materials and service offerings.
• Worked collaboratively with a cross-functional team to identify and implement process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency
• Processed new memberships and renewals, ensuring accurate data entry and timely processing.
• Conducted facility tours for prospective members, highlighting benefits and amenities offered.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

• Generated reports from the database to help camp directors and staff make informed decisions.

• Gained experience in budgeting, database management, and project management.
• Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.

• Implemented a new onboarding program that reduced new employee turnover by 15% and increased employee satisfaction by 20%.
• Analyzed HR data to identify areas for improvement, leading to a 10% reduction in employee turnover and a 25% increase in employee productivity.
• Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
• Supported company growth by leading successful recruitment and hiring campaigns.

• Successfully managed 15 events of varying sizes, coordinating 20 vendors and 500 attendees per event.
• Demonstrated strong project management skills by developing and executing detailed event timelines with a 95% accuracy rate.
• Leveraged data-driven insights to improve event experiences, resulting in a 10% increase in overall attendee satisfaction.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors to achieve a 15% cost savings without compromising event quality.
• Effectively addressed unexpected challenges during events, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.
• Enhanced event appeal by booking entertainment acts that attracted 50 additional attendees per event.

• Increased compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits of HR policies and procedures.
• Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
• Maintained a 99.5% accuracy rate in the HRIS by processing 80+ employee record updates monthly and ensuring all files are compliant with data privacy regulations.
• Assisted HR staff with onboarding 25 new hires in the past year. Facilitated monthly departmental meetings with a 90% attendance rate, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the HR department.
• Completed thorough background and reference checks for all new hires, ensuring a smooth and compliant onboarding process within a 5-day timeframe.
• Organized 3 successful team-building events per year, resulting in a 10% increase in employee engagement scores. Coordinated 15 professional development workshops, attended by 80% of the workforce.

• Coordinated company events and meetings to foster teamwork and boost employee morale.
• Organized 20+ business trips annually, ensuring efficient travel arrangements and cost-effective bookings. Managed 100+ supply orders monthly, maintaining a 95% on-time delivery rate.
• Responded to 75+ emails daily, maintaining a 24-hour response time. Handled 50+ phone calls weekly, resolving inquiries with a 90% customer satisfaction rate.
• Managed a complex calendar for 10 executives, scheduling 50+ meetings monthly. Coordinated 5+ large-scale events annually, ensuring seamless execution.
• Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.