I am
... a UX UI Designer with 4 years of proven professional experience and 10+ years of experience in Content Production and Content Management. I am skilled in problem solving through creativity and building empathy to improve human experiences. My speciality is the creation of accessible, ethical, delightful to use and technically refined designs.
Education
Aug 2021 - Nov 2021
UI Design Immersion
Career Foundry
Immersive course on user-centric digital experiences. Merging theory with hands-on practice, it gave me a profound understanding of UI design. I now create designs that not only look good but prioritize user engagement and functionality.
May 2020 - Sep 2020
UX Design Immersion
Career Foundry
Intensive program on user-centric design. From user research to prototyping, it equipped me with essential skills for crafting intuitive digital experiences. Emphasizing empathy-driven design and fostering adaptability, the course provided a dynamic and collaborative learning environment. By the end, I gained not just practical skills but a strategic mindset for creating impactful user interfaces.
Aug 2007 - Aug 2011
Dipl. Political Science
Goethe University Frankfurt/M.
The Political Science Master's program heightened my expertise in political systems, global affairs, and policy analysis. Through rigorous coursework, I developed critical analytical skills and gained a comprehensive understanding of political ideologies. The interdisciplinary approach equipped me to navigate complex political landscapes, contributing meaningfully to contemporary discourse.
Experience
Oct 2023 - present
UXUI Designer
Cuabi, Hybrid
Responsible for developing user personas, pain points, user stories, user journeys, UX Architecture, Prototyping, UI Design, User Research & Usability Testing, UI Elements and the development of a sustainable Figma Design System.
Mar 2023 - Aug 2023
UI Designer
.diff communications GmbH, Remote
Responsible for pixel perfect mobile first & desktop solutions for a banking client: UI Elements, Prototyping, UI Design, Design System, Team Onboarding. Regular communication with clients, stakeholders and developers.
Dec 2021 - Nov 2022
Lead UXUI Designer
DeinePflege, Remote
Responsible for developing a mobile first solution from scratch: UX Architecture, Prototyping, UI Design, User Research & Usability Testing, UI Elements, Design System, Team Onboarding.
Feb 2021 - present
Mentor & Lead Teacher I UX UI Design
ReDi School, School for Digital Integration, Berlin
Successfully mentoring students in 1:1 sessions transitioning into UXUI Design and finding their first UXUI Design role. Responsible also for syllabus, creation of design project & design brief.
Jul 2020 - Jun 2023
UX UI Brand Designer - Freelance
Kat Leimner UX UI Design
Successfully helped clients with UX Research, User Surveys, Conducting Interviews, User Personas, Competitive Analysis, Mobile First Designs, UI Design, Prototyping, Branding.
May 2019 - Sep 2019
Project Manager
Yopic e.V. Young People for International Communication, NGO, Berlin
Lead Editorial and Management of 5. Layout and design of magazine “100 years of women’s voting rights in Berlin”.
Mar 2015 - Sep 2016
Online Editor & Content Manager
7NXT Health GmbH, Pro 7Sat1 Media, Berlin
Responsible for digital product content strategy and creation of video content with product testimonial while working closely with Design, Marketing & CEOs.
Skills
Certifications
Nov 2023
IAAP Certified Professionals in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)
International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP)
Broad foundational knowledge of disability and accessibility concepts, to lead, guide, and develop more accessible products, services, and environments. This credential defines what accessibility professionals are expected to know and to help increase the quality of work delivered in the industries served.