Katherine Jensen
Designer | Clear Communication, Structured Thinking, Practical Outcomes
Hi, I’m Kat, a designer focused on clarity, structure, and applied problem-solving.
My work centers on making complex information understandable and usable. I bring together research, content development, and systems thinking to design frameworks, materials, and experiences that support clear decision-making and real-world application.
I hold a master’s degree in Innovation, which shapes how I approach ambiguity, constraints, and practical execution. I’m especially interested in work that values thoughtful structure, clear communication, and solutions that actually hold up outside of ideal conditions.
I’m preparing for an international move to Okinawa and curating a portfolio that reflects my strengths in systems-oriented design, information clarity, and adaptable problem-solving. I’m open to roles and collaborations where design is less about polish and more about making things work.
Outside of work, you’ll usually find me lifting, running, biking, spending time outdoors with my family, or exploring how movement, learning, and design intersect in everyday life. ☀️
My Experience
Below, I have broken down my experience into relevant categories: design, teaching, health and fitness, and my love of learning.
Design Experience
- Designer | Freelance: 2020 - Present
- Product Designer | Fintech: 2022 - 2024
- Visual Information Specialist | USAF: 2019 - 2020
- Wedding & Portrait Photographer: 2016, 2008 - 2009
Teaching Experience
- Pre-School Teaching Assistant: 2018 - 2019
- Physical Education Teacher, Primary: 2017 - 2018
Health & Fitness Experience
- Physical Education Teacher, Primary: 2017 - 2018
- CrossFit Coach: 2017
- Seasonal Beach Lifeguard: 2013, 2014, 2016
- Head Aquatics Guard: 2011 - 2012
- Water Safety Instructor: 2008 - 2009
- Lifeguard: 2007 - 2009
Forever Learning
This list starts with the most recent learning at the top.
- Studying to become a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist | NSCA
- Studying to become a Certified Personal Trainer | ACE
- Front End Developer Education | St. Petersburg College
- Master of Science, Business Innovation| Full Sail University
- HTML Certificate | Mimo Coding
- Google UX Certificate | Coursera
- Open Water Diver | PADI
- Graphic Design Professional Certificate | Sessions College
- Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science | University of West Florida
- CF-L1 | CrossFit LLC
- Associate of Arts, Design | Northwest Florida State College
- NREMT Certification | Northwest Florida State College
- EMT-Basic | Northwest Florida State College
- US Lifesaving Association Certification | USLA
- Water Safety Instructor | American Red Cross
Frequently Asked Questions
What programs have you worked in?
Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Lucid Charts, Azure, Blender, Webflow, Affinity Designer, Google Products, Microsoft 365, Mobile 360, Keynote, Aperture, Wordpress, Squarespace, Framer, to name a few...
Dream Job?
My dream job would be one that helps make a difference in someone's life for the better. And by better, I mean their physical health or safety. I am passionate about fitness and I have witnessed it countless times how life-changing it can be. To have my career merge with fitness and design would be a dream come true. If it's not possible with fitness, I would love for my passion for design to help support the military from the civilian sector. Helping support the military in an aspect that keeps our country safe from the darkness that is in the world. Making a difference in those two specific fields would put me on cloud nine.
Other Life Goals?
In no particular order...
• Advanced Open Water Diver (AOWD)
• Become official sky trash - get a skydiving A License
• Create a helpful fitness product
• Bench Press my bodyweight
• Run a half marathon
• Take a few flights to consider getting a private pilot's license
• Rescue more dogs!!
• Do 20 consecutive pull-ups!