Raka Sarkhel
About Raka Sarkhel
Raka Sarkhel is a Business Analyst specializing in Digital Products & Projects at Arup, with a diverse background in UX design, content strategy, and project coordination.
Title
Raka Sarkhel serves as a Business Analyst, Digital Products & Projects at Arup in Sydney, Australia.
Education and Expertise
Raka Sarkhel holds a Master's Degree in Comparative Literature from Jadavpur University, where she also completed her Bachelor of Arts. She studied User Experience Design at General Assembly, completing an immersive 10-week course in 2017. Her educational background lays a strong foundation in analytical and creative thinking, which she applies in her roles in digital product development and business analysis.
Career Background
Raka Sarkhel has a versatile career spanning various sectors, including editorial, publishing, events, and digital product development. She began her career as a Documentation Officer at Partners in Development Initiatives and served as a Senior Subeditor at India Infrastructure Publishing Private Limited. She has held multiple roles in UX design and business analysis, including positions at General Assembly, App Boxer, SaaSfocus, and YourFlora. She also served as a freelance contributor for Indian Link and held coordination roles at Sydney Festival and Children’s Medical Research Institute.
Experience in Digital Products and UX Design
Raka Sarkhel has significant experience in UX design and business analysis, particularly for digital products. She worked at App Boxer and SaaSfocus as a Business Analyst and UX Designer, focusing on creating functional and user-friendly software. Her current role at Arup as a Business Analyst, Digital Products & Projects, involves developing efficient and delightful digital solutions. She emphasizes the importance of user experience and strives to build software that is both functional and enjoyable for users.
Content Strategy and Editorial Work
Raka Sarkhel has rich experience in content strategy and communication, which stems from her editorial work. She spent four years as a Senior Subeditor at India Infrastructure Publishing Private Limited and contributed as a freelance writer for Indian Link. Her skills in content strategy were further honed through her role as a Content Strategist and Social Media Coordinator at Eventeamwork. This diverse background contributes to her strong foundation in content creation and communication, enhancing her effectiveness in digital product development.