Katie Krim

Product Designer specializing in optimizing key workflows with a focus on e-commerce, SaaS, and automation. Passionate about creatively solving problems through a multidisciplinary approach and designing intuitive, impactful user experiences that elevate products and streamline functionality.

Freelance, UX/UI Designer, Austin, TX                                   October 2023 - Present

• Experienced in using various research methodologies, wireframe design, rapid prototypes, and usability testing to create an innovative mobile application that empowers women to travel safely and more authentically
• Proficient in industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, and Miro for creating site maps, wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs
• Leveraged practical design skills and the design thinking process to conduct user research, competitive analysis, and perform usability testing, while continuously iterating on designs
• Utilized an empathetic and flexible approach in collaboration skills and communication, enhancing the quality and effectiveness of final product designs

Boardspace, Senior Product Designer, Remote                   April 2024 - May 2024

• Collaborated with team members, developers, and the CEO to identify and implement enhancements in the SaaS product workflow, improving overall user efficiency while staying open to feedback and adaptable to meet customer needs and project requirements
• Designed intuitive software interfaces and mockups to optimize UX, meet project goals, and gather stakeholder input
• Leveraged strong communication skills to articulate and facilitate design methods with developers and executives throughout a UX design process
• Ability to work independently as well as manage a team of junior designers, demonstrating strong leadership and collaboration skills

SYVO, Product Designer, Austin, TX                                  August 2019 - March 2024

• Designed 153 responsive web design sites hosted on the AWS platform, grossing $374,000 in custom designs and subscription fees in 2023, exceeding 2022 production by 51% and $122,000
• Created and led the design and development of an automated workflow within the AWS platform that allowed clients to request new collections from designers and transfer information within their platform onto their website
• Leveraged my problem-solving skills to troubleshoot design flaws, leading to a 20% increase in product efficiency
• Utilized strong conceptualization abilities to design intuitive, user-friendly digital interfaces for diverse clients, presenting modernized solutions that aligned with business objectives while adhering to best UX practices
• Developed solutions aligned with company strategy by gathering feedback, analyzing process flows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and improved user experiences

Bachelor’s of Fine Art in PhotoMedia & Certificate in Entrepreneurship 

University of Kansas

Springboard Product / UX Design Certification

350+ hours of hands-on course material, with one-on-one mentor oversight and completion of portfolio project.