Katrin Horstkemper

Owned end-to-end UX/UI for a B2B HR platform and a B2C employee app, built a Figma design system based on MUI, and improved cross-device usability and implementation quality through design QA and close collaboration with engineering.

Led visual redesigns across brand touchpoints for the Gore Fabrics Division to strengthen brand family recognition while preserving core brand assets across consumer products.

Led major UX/UI redesign of a web-based B2B education platform and developed native iOS/Android apps and a responsive web companion, improving usability and visual consistency while collaborating directly with C-level and engineering.

Served as Senior Art Director until role termination due to COVID-19, leading creative initiatives and visual communications for hospitality projects.

Contributed to defining visual standards and brand processes, simplifying workflows and improving consistency across patient-facing and internal assets.

Provided senior design leadership and delivered creative solutions for various clients across branding, UX and marketing communications.

Worked on client projects including packaging and editorial design, establishing visual baselines and production standards that reduced time and costs.

Led creative work for clients including Mercedes-Benz and Michelin, delivering high-quality art direction and campaign assets across digital and print.

Activities and societies: Professional training, real-world project assignments, industry expert reviews

Completed a UI Design diploma consisting of ~640 hours of professional training with industry-reviewed, real-world projects.

Completed media designer training focused on digital and print media, including conceptualization, design workflow, and native mobile app design.

Studied Communication Design with coursework including conceptual design, user experience, and digital/media design.