Katarzyna Rodak - Product Designer

Q: Where is Katarzyna based?

Katarzyna is based in Berlin, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Katarzyna speak?

Katarzyna speaks the following languages: Polish (Native), English (Advanced), German (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Katarzyna have?

Katarzyna has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Katarzyna has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months . Note that Katarzyna may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Katarzyna's latest experience?

Katarzyna's most recent position is Product Designer at IBM Denmark .

Q: What companies has Katarzyna worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Katarzyna has worked for IBM Denmark , Orety.Design , Kinesso , Atos , and Freelance .

Q: Which industries is Katarzyna most experienced in?

Katarzyna is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Media, Entertainment and Publishing , and Advertising . Katarzyna also has some experience in Automotive , Professional Services , and Banking and Finance .

Q: Which business areas is Katarzyna most experienced in?

Katarzyna is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Marketing , and Research and Development (R&D) . Katarzyna also has some experience in Project Management and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which industries has Katarzyna worked in recently?

Katarzyna has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Media, Entertainment and Publishing , and Advertising .

Q: Which business areas has Katarzyna worked in recently?

Katarzyna has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Marketing , and Research and Development (R&D) .

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Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 2 months

Denmark

Product Designer

IBM Denmark

end-to-end design: managing the full design process from user research and ideation to wireframes, prototypes, and final UI designs
secure product UX: ensuring usability and accessibility for complex systems like encryption management and IoT infrastructure
cross-functional collaboration: working closely with developers, security engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to align technical constraints with user needs
design thinking workshops: participating in and facilitating workshops to define user problems and ideate potential solutions
user research & client interviews: gathering insights through direct user and client interactions to inform product features and design direction
feature design & presentations: designing detailed features and presenting them to both technical and non-technical stakeholders for feedback and iteration
implementation support: supporting developers throughout implementation to ensure design quality and consistency
design systems: contributing reusable components and UX patterns to internal design systems for consistency and scalability
usability focus: refining user flows and interfaces based on usability testing and feedback to reduce friction and increase efficiency
technical fluency: serving as a bridge between design and development, translating complex technical requirements into intuitive user experiences

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 2 months

UX/UI/Product/Creative Designer

Orety.Design

UX/UI design: end-to-end solutions, from user research and wireframes to high-fidelity prototypes and final designs for web design, mobile and web apps
product design: transforming concepts into fully realized digital experiences that align with business goals and user needs
creative branding: designing logos, visual identities, and assets that make brands stand out
consulting & mentorship: providing expert guidance on design strategies, processes, and fostering creativity within teams
agile collaboration: partnering with clients, developers, and stakeholders to bring ideas to life efficiently

Jan 2022 - Dec 2025

4 years

Product Designer

Kinesso

full design process: leading the end-to-end design process, including UX research, UX design, UI design, and implementation review
lifecycle support: supporting the product through every stage of its lifecycle, from conception to deployment
data visualization: creating and implementing complex data visualizations to enhance user insights and decision-making
projects leadership: overseeing project planning and management to ensure successful delivery of design assets and milestones
cross-functional collaboration: working closely with product owners, product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align design solutions with business objectives and project requirements
design consistency: ensuring design consistency across digital platforms and streamlining the design process
design system contributions: contributing to the design system with features such as variables, tokens, dark mode, accessibility audits, and a templates library
user research & usability testing: conducting user research and usability testing to translate insights into actionable design improvements that boost user satisfaction and optimize navigation and overall user experience
responsive design: implementing responsive design techniques to optimize the user experience across various devices and screen sizes
product redesign: leading the redesign and merger of complex planning and optimization tools into a single, streamlined platform

Product: MIE Planning Console, Activation Console

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

UX/UI Designer

Atos

ux audits: conducting comprehensive UX audits to identify and address usability issues and improve overall user experience
product redesign: co-working on the redesign of a financial SaaS product, enhancing its functionality and user interface to meet client needs
cross-functional collaboration: working closely with product owners, product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align design solutions with business objectives and project requirements
timely delivery: ensuring the timely delivery of design assets and project milestones, adhering to project timelines and quality standards
client communication: managing client communications to gather feedback, present design solutions, and ensure client satisfaction

Client: CHUBB

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

3 years

Graphic Designer

Freelance

projects for YouTube, Netflix, Twice Upon a Time, Luba, Turnusy, Honda, OLX, F25 Agency, Endemol Shine Polska and OTO FILM

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (7 years), Media and Entertainment (7 years), Advertising (4 years), Automotive (3 years), Professional Services (2 years), and Banking and Finance (2 years).

Information Technology

Media and Entertainment

Advertising

Automotive

Professional Services

Banking and Finance

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Product Development (5 years), Marketing (5 years), Research and Development (4 years), Project Management (4 years), and Information Technology (2 years).

Product Development

Marketing

Research and Development

Project Management

Information Technology

Summary

Experienced Designer with 5+ years of experience, diverse art background, passionate about creating accessible digital experiences, with expertise in UX, UI, product, graphic design, brand, and illustration. Fuelled by a fascination with anthropology, innovation and designing for the future. Also, a design mentor guiding aspiring designers to excel in their careers.

Skills

Hard Skills

Accessibility
Adobe Suite (Indesign, Illustrator)
Analytics Tools (Heap)
Autolayout
Asana
Benchmarking
Branding
Coding (Html, Css)
Clickup
Color Theory
Component Properties
Data Analysis
Design Systems
Digital Ecology
Figma
Figma Jam
Graphic Design
Heuristics
Iconography
Illustration
Inclusive Design
Innovation
Information Architecture
Interaction Design
Ios And Android Design
Jira
Micro-interactions
Miro
Mobile Apps
Ms Office
Performance Metrics
Planet-centred Design
Prototyping
Rapid Prototyping
Responsive Design
Sketching
Tokens
Trello
Typography
Ui Design
Usability Testing
User Flows
User Interface
User Journey Mapping
User Personas
User Research
User-centred Design
Ux Audits
Variables
Visual Design
Wireframing
Web Apps

Soft Skills

Active Listening
Adaptability
Analytical Abilities
Aesthetic Sense
Behavioral Psychology
Client Management
Collaboration
Creativity
Crisis Management
Cultural Sensitivity
Curiosity
Data-driven Decision-making
Decisiveness
Effective Communication
Empathy
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Mentoring
Negotiation
Open Mindedness
Persuasion
Problem-solving
Resilience
Strategic Thinking
Time Management
User Advocacy
Attention To Details

Languages

Polish

Native

English

Advanced

German

Elementary

Education

Oct 2017 - Jun 2022

Fine Arts Academy

Art · Warsaw, Poland

Oct 2010 - Jun 2012

Warsaw University

Culture · Warsaw, Poland

Certifications & licenses

Google UX Design Certificate

Coursera

Profile

Created

January 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Katarzyna based?

Katarzyna is based in Berlin, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Katarzyna speak?

Katarzyna speaks the following languages: Polish (Native), English (Advanced), German (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Katarzyna have?

Katarzyna has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Katarzyna has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months. Note that Katarzyna may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Katarzyna be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Katarzyna would be well-suited for roles such as: Product Designer, UX/UI/Product/Creative Designer, UX/UI Designer.

What is Katarzyna's latest experience?

Katarzyna's most recent position is Product Designer at IBM Denmark.

What companies has Katarzyna worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Katarzyna has worked for IBM Denmark, Orety.Design, Kinesso, Atos, and Freelance.

Which industries is Katarzyna most experienced in?

Katarzyna is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Advertising. Katarzyna also has some experience in Automotive, Professional Services, and Banking and Finance.

Which business areas is Katarzyna most experienced in?

Katarzyna is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Marketing, and Research and Development (R&D). Katarzyna also has some experience in Project Management and Information Technology (IT).

Which industries has Katarzyna worked in recently?

Katarzyna has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Advertising.

Which business areas has Katarzyna worked in recently?

Katarzyna has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Marketing, and Research and Development (R&D).

What is Katarzyna's education?

Katarzyna attended Fine Arts Academy for Art.

Does Katarzyna have any certificates?

Katarzyna has 1 certificate: Google UX Design Certificate.

What is the availability of Katarzyna?

Katarzyna is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Katarzyna?

Katarzyna's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.