I am an innovative Product Designer with a Master of Science in Human Centered Design & Engineering from the University of Washington. Over the years, I have worked on enterprise software systems designed to streamline daily tasks for employees across industries such as construction, publishing, and healthcare. My core expertise includes interaction design, prototyping, and building scalable design systems. I enjoy collaborating closely with stakeholders and agile development teams to create user-centered solutions that drive growth and improve user experiences. My experience spans designing websites, managing content platforms, and coordinating marketing initiatives, always aiming to deliver impactful and accessible digital products.

Caitlin Karpinski

I am an innovative Product Designer with a Master of Science in Human Centered Design & Engineering from the University of Washington. Over the years, I have worked on enterprise software systems designed to streamline daily tasks for employees across industries such as construction, publishing, and healthcare. My core expertise includes interaction design, prototyping, and building scalable design systems. I enjoy collaborating closely with stakeholders and agile development teams to create user-centered solutions that drive growth and improve user experiences. My experience spans designing websites, managing content platforms, and coordinating marketing initiatives, always aiming to deliver impactful and accessible digital products.

Available to hire

I am an innovative Product Designer with a Master of Science in Human Centered Design & Engineering from the University of Washington. Over the years, I have worked on enterprise software systems designed to streamline daily tasks for employees across industries such as construction, publishing, and healthcare. My core expertise includes interaction design, prototyping, and building scalable design systems.

I enjoy collaborating closely with stakeholders and agile development teams to create user-centered solutions that drive growth and improve user experiences. My experience spans designing websites, managing content platforms, and coordinating marketing initiatives, always aiming to deliver impactful and accessible digital products.

See more

Work Experience

Product Designer at Launch Consulting, Bellevue, WA
June 1, 2021 - Present
Built and maintained design system libraries while leading stakeholder interviews and interpreting qualitative research findings. Defined new feature requirements based on business needs, wrote user stories, and collaborated with an agile development team. Designed wireframes, components, and prototypes using Figma and Sketch.
Content Platform Manager at Microsoft Stories, Prowess Consulting, Redmond, WA
June 1, 2021 - August 5, 2025
Conducted accessibility audits and designed CMS features to enable accessible content. Collaborated with the platform product owner to identify feature requirements, prioritize tasks, and conduct user acceptance testing. Created communication materials including pitch decks, emails, documentation, and training videos. Assisted in site customization using HTML and CSS.
Web Production Manager at Microsoft Learning, Allyis Inc., Kirkland, WA
March 1, 2019 - August 5, 2025
Produced and managed internal Microsoft sites with over 20,000 monthly views using a SharePoint-based content management system. Created site maps and wireframes for page redesigns and migrations. Optimized the Azure learning hub by organizing over 500 assets, resulting in 114% growth in downloads year over year.
Marketing Coordinator at Coldwell Banker Real Estate, Santa Monica, CA
June 1, 2015 - August 5, 2025
Designed custom marketing materials using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign including postcards, flyers, brochures, and advertisements. Consulted residential and commercial brokers to develop unique visual brands and digital marketing strategies. Implemented social media marketing training programs that increased online presence and leads. Presented new marketing opportunities at internal meetings and weekly newsletters.

Education

M.S. Human Centered Design & Engineering at University of Washington, Seattle
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
B.A. Creative Writing at University of California, Riverside
September 1, 2007 - June 1, 2011

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Education