About
I'm Katie Rasch, a creative turned web developer who's passionate about building user-friendly, thoughtfully designed websites and applications. With a background in visual design and a love for clean, functional code, I bring a unique perspective to the development process: one that's equal parts aesthetic and strategic.
I'm experienced in front-end and back-end development, with a growing portfolio of full-stack applications built with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, and more. I'm especially drawn to clean UI, meaningful user interaction, and the challenge of solving problems through code.
When I'm not coding, you can usually find me playing cozy video games and working on personal passion projects (often involving cats, drawing, or both).
I'm currently open to remote full-time or freelance opportunities and excited to collaborate on projects that are creative, purposeful, and user-focused.
Skills
| Languages & Frameworks | Tools & Platforms | Development Skills |
|---|---|---|
| HTML / CSS | Git / GitHub | Responsive Design |
| JavaScript | AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda) | REST APIs |
| TypeScript | Postman | JWT Authentication |
| React | Command Line / Bash | UI / UX Principles |
| Angular | Adobe Illustrator | Accessibility |
| Node.js / Express | Adobe InDesign | Image Uploads |
| MongoDB | VS Code | Infrastructure-as-Code |
Languages & Frameworks
- HTML / CSS
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- React
- Angular
- Node.js / Express
- MongoDB
Tools & Platforms
- Git / GitHub
- AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda)
- Postman
- Command Line / Bash
- Adobe Illustrator / InDesign
- VS Code
Development Skills
- Responsive Design
- REST APIs
- JWT Authentication
- UI / UX Principles
- Accessibility
- Image Uploads
- Infrastructure-as-Code
Education
-
Full-Stack Immersion Certificate
CareerFoundry
Received 2025 -
Cloud Computing Certificate
CareerFoundry
Received 2025 -
Bachelor of Arts in Media Informatics
Northern Kentucky University
Graduated 2015
Professional Experience
Stationery Works
Designer
July 2018 - Present
- Executed end-to-end workflows from vendor instruction to final output across hundreds of client projects.
- Balanced creative layout work with structured data integration, leading the Guest Addressing pipeline and resolving formatting challenges.
- Collaborated with internal teams and external vendors to meet design standards and delivery expectations.
M. Hopple & Co.
Creative Consultant
February 2017 - July 2018
- Managed client projects from concept consultation through final delivery, ensuring cohesion across all project phases.
- Balanced aesthetic goals with technical constraints to deliver consistent and professional output.
- Interfaced directly with customers and handled production responsibilities independently across dozens of projects.
Creative Invites and Events
Graphic Designer
December 2015 - November 2016
- Guided each client through the full design and production cycle, from ideation to delivery.
- Balanced customer needs with production feasibility while delivering personalized design outcomes.
- Adapted to rapidly changing requests and managed time-sensitive projects in a fast-paced environment.