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I'm Venkata Narayana Potla, currently pursuing my M.Tech in Data Science, with a strong focus on developing skills in statistical analysis, data visualization, and machine learning. I'm passionate about turning raw data into meaningful insights that drive informed decision-making.

Alongside my studies, I've worked as a freelance Data Analyst on platforms like Fiverr and Upwork, where I collaborated with international clients to clean and analyze data, define KPIs, and build interactive Power BI dashboards.

Prior to freelancing, I completed an internship at Standard Access Private Limited, where I optimized SQL queries and improved the reliability of datasets by 40%, enabling faster, more accurate reporting.

Before transitioning into the data field, I spent over two years as a freelance photographer, where I honed my creativity, project management, and communication skills—abilities that now complement my analytical work.

M.Tech in Data Science

GITAM University Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

2025 - Present

B.Tech in Civil Engineering

Vignan's Lara Institute of Technology and Science

2016 - 2020

Work Experience

Data Analyst

Fiverr and Upwork Freelancers (Buyers and Sellers) · Freelance

Mar 2024 – Apr 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos · India · Remote

  • Client Requirement Analysis & KPI Planning: Collaborated with clients to understand goals and translated them into measurable KPIs using Excel and SQL.
  • Data Cleaning & Structuring with Excel & SQL: Performed initial data profiling and cleansing using Excel and SQL queries to eliminate nulls, fix inconsistencies, and ensure a clean dataset ready for analysis.
  • Data Analysis & Interactive Dashboards in Power BI: Used Power BI to create interactive visuals, enabling clear interpretation of service performance and payment delays.
  • Report Building & Cloud Publishing via Power BI Service: Developed insightful reports in Power BI Desktop and published them to Power BI Service for real-time client access, sharing, and collaboration.
  • Insightful Communication & Strategic Recommendations: Delivered well-structured reports and summaries via email, presenting trends in a client-friendly manner, with actionable business recommendations.

Data Analyst Intern

Standard Access Private Limited · Internship

May 2023 – Jan 2024 · 9 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Remote

  • Analyzed over 20 unique dataset entries weekly to identify inconsistencies; findings enabled swift adjustments that directly addressed the three most significant causes of inaccurate reports within team operations.
  • Enhanced data accuracy and integrity by developing optimized SQL queries and establishing rigorous data quality management protocols, resulting in a 40% increase in reliability of datasets utilized for key analyses.
  • Generated 50+ ad-hoc SQL reports monthly, reducing decision-making time by 40% for stakeholders.

Career Transition

Career Break

Mar 2023 – Nov 2023 · 9 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana

  • Completed certifications in data analytics tools such as SQL, Excel, Power BI, and Python. Gained hands-on experience through personal projects. Developed skills in data visualization, reporting, and statistical analysis.

Freelance Photographer

FTII FILM SCHOOL · Freelance

Sep 2020 – Mar 2023 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Remote

  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring every detail is captured. Managed project timelines, client communications, and delivery of final images.
  • Planned, executed, and edited photoshoots for various events such as weddings, portraits, commercial projects, and real estate.
  • Utilized professional photography equipment and post-production software to deliver visually stunning results.
  • Stayed updated with the latest photography trends and techniques to offer creative and innovative photography solutions.

My Skills

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Excel

SQL

SQL

Power BI

Power BI

Data Visualization

Data Visualization

Python

Python

Maths & Statistics

Maths & Statistics

Machine Learning

Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence

My Projects

Ecommerce Data Analysis

Ecommerce Data Analysis

Tools: Python, Jupyter Notebook

GitHub Repo
  • Performed EDA & Visualizations (Pandas, Seaborn, Matplotlib): Identified top products, regions, and trends, improving inventory planning by 40% and decision-making speed by 35%.
  • Built Lookalike & Segmentation Models (Scikit-learn): Developed a customer recommendation system (25% better targeting) and K-Means clustering (30% improved campaign accuracy).
  • Delivered Business Insights & Reports: Audited peak sales periods and high-revenue categories, contributing to a 20% increase in seasonal sales.
Zomato Data Analysis-Sales

Zomato Data Analysis-Sales

Tools: Excel, Power BI

Live Report GitHub Repo
  • Assessed Zomato data, revealing insights from 2.44M orders and $986M revenue, highlighting key food preferences and consumer trends.
  • Applied Business Intelligence and CRM methods to process 372K food items and 918K menus, improving operational strategies.
  • Created visualizations of monthly orders, revenue distribution, and top-performing items, driving strategic growth decisions.
Bank Loan Data Analysis-Finance

Bank Loan Data Analysis-Finance

Tools: SQL, Power BI

Live Report GitHub Repo
  • Managed data for $453.8 million in total loan transactions, ensuring accuracy in financial tracking.
  • Monitored $473.1 million in Month-to-Date (MTD) funded loans and $158.5 million in MTD received payments, providing key insights into financial performance.
  • Identified lending trends that led to a 15% improvement in loan issuance rates, supporting data-driven decision-making and optimizing approval processes.
  • Developed and implemented DAX formulas for interactive dashboards, enhancing data visualization and contributing to a 20% increase in loan application approvals.

Get In Touch

venkatpotla33@gmail.com

+91 8790295489

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India