Alchemist:

Who am I?

I am Katharine Murta Adams, but you can call me Katy.

(If you would prefer to skip the introduction below and go straight to my LinkedIn, click here. If you want my ATS resume, scroll down.)

I am a Visual Alchemist and Storyteller, as well as a Senior Designer, UX Designer, Illustrator, and Artist.

And a Mother of Dogs.

What does that all mean?

It means I love the magic of blending the technical with the creative.

I draw on my iPad and design with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Figma; I implement SAFe Agile principles, fool around with code, and remain a creative rebel.

I love learning. And storytelling.

And doggies. I love doggies. Trust me on that one.

I have spent years working as a Senior Designer, with expertise in creating and directing in-product media and designing and developing marketing materials using Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma, as well as other software.

I possess strong knowledge of content engagement strategies to drive successful brand awareness and top-of-the-funnel customer journey mapping via various platforms.

I am also passionate about understanding users’ needs and leveraging design thinking principles to craft meaningful and innovative digital experiences.

I am certified in the Google UX Design Certificate Program (2022). I am also certified in SAFe as a Leading Agilist (2020) and as a POPM (2023).

I also passed the CBEST (California Basic Educational Skills Test) in 2025 for teaching.

See? I am a creative rebel.

Use the form below if you would like to learn more about me, collaborate on a project, or discuss having me join your team.

I am currently available for freelance or full-time work. I am also open to on-site, hybrid, or fully remote opportunities.

Hey, I am flexible.

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