AYRA MAKANI

ayra.makani@gmail.com • +1 281 245 9383 • Dallas, TX

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EDUCATION

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University of Wisconsin-Madison                                                                                                                                                                                                August 2025

Bachelor of Science in Information Science

Certificates: Computer Science, Digital Studies

Relevant Courses: User Interface Design, Data Storytelling and Visualisation, Interaction Design Studio, Digital Media Production

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

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NNAF Consulting, San Antonio, TX                                                                                                                                                                  November 2025-Present

Information & Data Analytics Intern

●Analysed structured and unstructured data using statistical analysis to surface meaningful trends and actionable insights for

data-driven decisions.

●Built dashboards and reports using SQL, and data visualization tools like Tableau to clearly communicate findings to

stakeholders.

●Cleaned, transformed, and managed datasets; applied database fundamentals, version control, and reproducible analytics

workflows.

 

Computer Science Learning Centre, Madison, WI                                                                                                                                          January 2023-May 2023

Tutor

●Delivered weekly open-format tutoring for university-level computer science courses, supporting students with programming

concepts, algorithms, and course assignments.

●Guided students in debugging, logical reasoning, and problem decomposition while reinforcing clean code, syntax, and

effective problem-solving strategies.

●Promoted an inclusive, collaborative learning environment through peer learning, code review, and leadership,

strengthening student confidence in technical coursework.

 

PROJECTS

 

Cluck Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                           April 2025-July 2025

Figma UX Design + Case Study Project 

●Designed a playful, user-centered mobile app prototype to enhance long-distance social engagement through shared meals,

focusing on intuitive interaction and seamless user flows.

●Conducted user research, wireframing, interactive prototyping, and usability testing; presented findings with

high-fidelity mockups and emphasizing empathy-driven design, accessibility, and task efficiency.

 

Becoming A GOAT                                                                                                                                                                                                February 2025-May 2025

UI Design Project

●Developed a responsive, interactive website with a bold visual identity and intuitive user interface using HTML, CSS, and

JavaScript.

●Emphasized layout design, visual hierarchy, typography, color theory, and fluid page transitions to enhance usability and

aesthetic appeal while integrating creative storytelling and interactive elements.

 

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

 

Baking Club UW, Madison,WI                                                                                                                                                                             May 2024-August 2025

Director

●Directed executive board planning and execution for events and initiatives supporting 130+ members and 800+ newsletter

subscribers; tracked engagement metrics and participation trends to evaluate impact and guide decisions.

●Led data-informed brand growth and outreach by analysing audience engagement, campaign performance, and fundraising

outcomes to optimize partnerships, collaborations, and community initiatives.

 

SKILLS AND LANGUAGES

 

Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi

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Technical Skills:

Programming & Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Java, C, C++

Design & Creative Tools: Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro

Data & Analytics: Python, SQL, R, SPSS, Tableau

Project & Workflow Tools: Asana, Wireshark, LibreOffice