Katie Duffy

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

UX/UI Designer Intern at Kooba
July 1, 2024 - October 26, 2025
Assisted with UX/UI projects for clients across entertainment, beauty, electrical, healthcare, and semi-state sectors. Became proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, ChatGPT, and Google Fonts for generating drafts and mockups. Gained exposure to client interactions, learning both agency and client perspectives on interactive design projects.
Retail Assistant at Smyths Toys Superstores
May 1, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Handled cash transactions and received specialized training in cash counting for accuracy and security. Completed fire safety training to uphold workplace safety standards and respond to emergencies. Collaborated with a team to meet tight deadlines.
Design Intern at Cocoa Brown by Marissa Carter
August 1, 2025 - Present
In this design internship, assisted in creating visual content for digital and print platforms, including social media campaigns, TikTok, and packaging design. Gained hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools. Contacted influencers and coordinated collaboration opportunities to enhance brand visibility. Created influencer collaboration decks and presentation materials to support brand partnerships.
Marketing Executive at Kooba
March 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Assisted in developing and executing digital marketing campaigns across social media, email, and web platforms. Supported the marketing team in planning and coordinating photo shoots and promotional events. Collaborated with designers, creative teams, and external partners to ensure consistent brand messaging. Monitored influencer collaborations and assisted in outreach communication.
UX/UI Designer Intern at Tharq
November 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Assisted with projects for clients across entertainment, beauty, electrical, health care, and semi-state bodies. Became proficient in Figma, Adobe Suite, ChatGPT, and Google Fonts for generating drafts and mockups. Gained exposure to client interactions, learning both agency and client perspectives on interactive design projects.
Design Intern at Cocoa Brown Tan by Marissa Carter
August 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Assisted in creating visual content for digital and print platforms, including social media campaigns, TikTok, and packaging design. Gained hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools. Contacted influencers and coordinated collaboration opportunities to enhance brand visibility. Created influencer collaboration decks and presentation materials to support brand partnerships.
Design Intern at Cocoa Brown (by Marissa Carter)
August 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Assisted in creating visual content for digital and print platforms, including social media campaigns, TikTok, and packaging design. Gained hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools. Contacted influencers and coordinated collaboration opportunities to enhance brand visibility. Created influencer collaboration decks and presentation materials to support brand partnerships.
Marketing Executive
November 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Assisted in developing and executing digital marketing campaigns across social media, email, and web platforms. Supported the marketing team in planning and coordinating photoshoots and promotional events. Collaborated with designers, creative teams, and external partners to ensure consistent brand messaging. Monitored influencer collaborations and assisted in outreach communication.

Education

Bachelor of Media Design at Dundalk Institute of Technology
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
QQI Level 5 in Film & TV Production at Drogheda Institute of Further Education
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Media Design at Dundalk Institute of Technology
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
BSc Media Design at Dundalk Institute of Technology
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
BSc Media Design at Dundalk Institute of Technology
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
BSc. Media Design at Dundalk Institute of Technology
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Software & Internet, Other