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Pallavi Talegaonkar

Pallavi Talegaonkar

UI/UX Designer
Plano,TX

Summary

Accomplished 10+ with front-end development experience supporting engagement with customers. Practiced expert in Visual Design and UX Design. Passionate about implementing scalable solutions. Efficient problem solver with skills in teamwork and delivering projects on time.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

UI/UX Designer | Visual Designer

Capgemini
Plano, Texas
06.2021 - 05.2023
  • Devised site maps and mockups for designs based on proven methodologies and end-user feedback
  • Communicated with product managers and UX designers to translate project requirements and business objectives into polished user interfaces
  • Used Agile planning principles to deliver tailored solutions that met customer requirements
  • Used Agile Scrum model to deliver solutions with high level of flexibility and adaptability
  • Conducted live user testing of components and functionality to evaluate effectiveness of designs and enhancements
  • Increased user acceptance by 46% and client satisfaction by 32%
  • Converted abstract ideas and requirements into user personas and storyboards
  • Recommended design changes and iterative updates to IT manager
  • Used wireframes, mock-ups and prototypes to establish user interface design and architecture
  • Worked closely with UX and product teams to define visual and functional requirements
  • Worked with design teams, project managers and business analysts to create intuitive and easy-to-use software
  • Operated in global development environment, working across multiple time zones and cultures.

UI/UX Designer

Various Clients, Volunteer/Unpaid
Pune, India
03.2019 - 06.2021
  • Gathering and evaluating user requirements in collaboration with product managers and engineers
  • Illustrating design ideas using storyboards, process flows and sitemaps
  • Design graphic user interface elements, like menus, tabs and widgets
  • Building page navigation buttons and search fields
  • Developing UI mockups and prototypes that clearly illustrate how sites function and look like
  • Creating original graphic designs (e.g., Images, sketches and tables)
  • Preparing and presenting rough drafts to internal teams and key stakeholders
  • Identifying and troubleshooting UX problems (e.g., responsiveness)
  • Conducting layout adjustments based on user feedback
  • Adhering to style standards on fonts, colors and images
  • Used wireframes, mock-ups, and prototypes to establish user interface design and architecture
  • Used Agile Scrum model to deliver solutions with high level of flexibility and adaptability
  • Increased uptake and user acceptance by over 30%

Homemaker

H4 Visa USA
Houston, India
04.2012 - 02.2019

While residing in the United States on an H4 visa, I opted to prioritize my family and offspring above all else. Consequently, I decided to take a hiatus from my professional pursuits and dedicated my time to traveling and residing in a multitude of destinations, such as Houston, Connecticut, Detroit, and the SF Bay Area. This period of my life allowed me to create beautiful memories with my loved ones and expand my horizons by experiencing different cultures and lifestyles.

Design Manager

Alchemists Ark- NiSM
Pune, India
01.2012 - 03.2012
  • Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget
  • Partnered with senior leaders to drive change by evaluating methodologies, tools and templates at enterprise level
  • Created materials and designs in MS Office for use in client presentations and communications
  • Provided cost-effective technical solutions
  • Chaired design team meetings and issued action items
  • Researched design trends, technology and processes and directed work of design team
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence
  • Increased e-learning uptake by 50%.

Visual Designer

Soham IT Solutions
Pune, India
09.2009 - 12.2011
    • Presented work professionally to designers, user experience teams and key stakeholders at different project stages
    • Turned concepts into graphic elements matching project specifications
    • Followed and applied brand standards for consistency across visual designs
    • Engaged clients and maximized satisfaction by gathering requirements and incorporating feedback from initial visuals
    • Delivered quality, cohesive designs ready for deployment with necessary documentation for successful implementation
    • Targeted visual designs on specific audiences and applications
    • Developed infographics to better communicate complex data
    • Developed original designs for print media, magazines, and newspapers
    • Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs
    • Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media.

Visual Designer

TCS-Microsoft
Pune, Maharashtra
10.2006 - 08.2009
  • Turned concepts into graphic elements matching project specifications
  • Followed and applied brand standards for consistency across visual designs
  • Engaged clients and maximized satisfaction by gathering requirements and incorporating feedback from initial visuals
  • Presented work professionally to designers, user experience teams and key stakeholders at different project stages
  • Produced artwork, layout and template designs and illustrations by hand or with software
  • Collaborated cross-functionally on projects and advocated for specific requirements of designs with production teams
  • Distilled complex features and content into simple visual elements
  • Created user-centered designs with integrated marketing information, creative assets and design patterns
  • Delivered quality, cohesive designs ready for deployment with necessary documentation for successful implementation
  • Targeted visual designs on specific audiences and applications
  • Cultivated mobile-friendly designs for variety of platforms
  • Created motion graphics and video content for websites and applications
  • Applied animation techniques to create dynamic visual elements
  • Created original artwork for range of print, web and video projects
  • Applied color theory and composition techniques to construct appealing designs
  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs
  • Created logos, illustrations, and typography for various organizations
  • Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics
  • Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs
  • Developed infographics to better communicate complex data.

Graphic Designer

Aptara Learning Private
Pune, Pune, India
07.2000 - 02.2006
  • Multiple clients, e-learning, Deloitte, HBSP (Harvard Business School Publishing), Microsoft, Merrill Lynch, McGraw Hill, Morgan Stanley, DeSai, Merck, Wyeth, B&L (Bausch & Lomb), Motorola, and Allstate
  • Turned concepts into graphic elements matching project specifications
  • Followed and applied brand standards for consistency across visual designs
  • Engaged clients and maximized satisfaction by gathering requirements and incorporating feedback from initial visuals
  • Presented work professionally to designers, user experience teams, and key stakeholders at different project stages
  • Produced artwork, layout, template designs, and illustrations by hand or with software
  • Collaborated cross-functionally on projects and advocated for specific requirements of designs with production teams
  • Distilled complex features and content into simple visual elements
  • Created user-centered designs with integrated marketing information, creative assets, and design patterns
  • Delivered quality, cohesive designs ready for deployment with necessary documentation for successful implementation
  • Targeted visual designs on specific audiences and applications
  • Cultivated mobile-friendly designs for variety of platforms
  • Created motion graphics and video content for websites and applications
  • Applied animation techniques to create dynamic visual elements
  • Created original artwork for range of print, web, and video projects
  • Applied color theory and composition techniques to construct appealing designs
  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs
  • Created logos, illustrations, and typography for various organizations
  • Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics
  • Developed graphics and visual content for social media campaigns
  • Created artwork for product packaging and promotional materials
  • Developed innovative designs for variety of clients in graphic design industry
  • Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes, and manage project milestones
  • Used interactive design elements to create more engaging user experience
  • Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs
  • Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media
  • Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs
  • Used cutting-edge technologies to create immersive experiences
  • Developed infographics to better communicate complex data
  • Grew the Ernst & young account from 2 member team to 15 member team.

Education

CUA (Certifies Usability Analyst) - HFI-CUA (Certifies Usability Analyst)

HFI
Mumbai, India
08.2020 - 2020.11

Bachelor of Arts - Applied Art

Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya
Pune, India
06.1994 - 1999.04

Science Education

Some College
Fergusson College, Pune, India
06.1992 - 1994.04

1st-10th Grade

HHCP Highschool
Pune, India
06.1982 - 1992.04

Skills

User Research and User Strategyundefined

Interests

Drawing and Painting

Photography

Reading

Baking

Timeline

UI/UX Designer | Visual Designer

Capgemini
06.2021 - 05.2023

CUA (Certifies Usability Analyst) - HFI-CUA (Certifies Usability Analyst)

HFI
08.2020 - 2020.11

UI/UX Designer

Various Clients, Volunteer/Unpaid
03.2019 - 06.2021

Homemaker

H4 Visa USA
04.2012 - 02.2019

Design Manager

Alchemists Ark- NiSM
01.2012 - 03.2012

Visual Designer

Soham IT Solutions
09.2009 - 12.2011

Visual Designer

TCS-Microsoft
10.2006 - 08.2009

Graphic Designer

Aptara Learning Private
07.2000 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Applied Art

Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya
06.1994 - 1999.04

Science Education

Some College
06.1992 - 1994.04

1st-10th Grade

HHCP Highschool
06.1982 - 1992.04
Pallavi TalegaonkarUI/UX Designer