Hi, I’m Katie. Creative at heart, curious by nature, and driven to deliver real impact .

Not to mention A PIZZA LOVER. A CAT PERSON. A JIGSAW PUZZLE ENTHUSIAST.

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About Me

I thrive at the intersection of storytelling and product innovation. My career began as a visual journalist at The Washington Post and has evolved through years of visual storytelling, digital design, and leadership roles guiding teams at Global Press, an international news nonprofit.

Translating complex ideas and content into meaningful, user-centered experiences is my superpower—whether designing front pages or building tools that enable collaboration and growth among teams. I love tackling new challenges, bringing diverse voices together, and making a real difference through thoughtful, people-centric solutions.

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My Experience

I create solutions for diverse audiences—from visual journalism aimed at news consumers, to internal tools for teams, and products designed to help funders advance organizational goals. I’m passionate about understanding each audience’s unique needs and crafting products that foster collaboration and drive measurable impact.

My Values

My values are the foundation of everything I do. I believe there is beauty in every corner of the world, and that meaningful work comes from truly understanding people, embracing creativity, and leading with heart. This belief shapes my approach to both leadership and design, guiding me to create with intention and compassion.

  • Embracing creativity and forward thinking to make meaningful change and deliver impactful solutions. I prioritize innovation by staying curious, encouraging experimentation, and pushing boundaries to craft solutions that truly move the needle. Creativity fuels progress and opens new paths for better user experiences.

  • Designing with empathy, centering the experience, needs, and growth of real people. I believe the best products come from genuinely understanding users’ perspectives, challenges, and goals. Empathy guides every design choice to ensure we create accessible, inclusive, and human-centered experiences.

  • Tackling challenges with curiosity—unpacking complexity, seeking insight, and building practical, sustainable solutions. I approach problems with a creativity, asking the right questions and leveraging data and feedback to develop solutions that are not only effective but also sustainable over time.

  • Leading with clarity and compassion by practicing Radical Candor—caring personally while challenging directly. I foster open, honest communication that balances empathy with direct feedback. I put the human first. This approach builds trust, nurtures growth, and creates teams that can tackle challenges collaboratively and confidently.

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My Background

With a foundation in visual storytelling and years spanning print, digital, and product design, I’ve led teams through every stage of creative transformation—from breaking news deadlines to global product launches.

Let’s create something great.

katherine.myrick@gmail.com