Kate Rustad
About Kate Rustad
Kate Rustad is a multilingual Technical Writer and Communications Specialist at Bixal, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in linguistics and extensive experience in education and communications, she has developed multilingual learning materials and facilitated learning webinars.
Work at Bixal
Kate Rustad has been employed at Bixal since 2021, serving as a Technical Writer and Communications Specialist with a multilingual focus. In this role, she develops multilingual learning materials that cater to both internal and external audiences. Her work emphasizes clear communication and effective information dissemination, aligning with Bixal's commitment to enhancing user engagement through well-crafted content.
Previous Experience in Data Linguistics
Prior to her current position, Kate worked at Scale AI as a Data Linguist from 2020 to 2021. In this capacity, she contributed to data annotation and linguistic analysis, which are critical for improving machine learning models. This role allowed her to apply her linguistic expertise in a technology-driven environment.
Teaching and Instructional Roles
Kate Rustad has experience in education, having served as a Foreign Language Instructor at Richmond Public Schools from 2018 to 2020. She also worked as a Graduate Teaching Fellow at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 2016 to 2018. In these roles, she facilitated learning webinars and supported language education, enhancing the educational experience for diverse participants.
Educational Background
Kate Rustad holds a Master’s Degree in Linguistics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which she completed from 2016 to 2018. She also earned an Honors Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Linguistics from Virginia Tech, studying from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, she attended Estudio Sampere in 2014 for 11 months, furthering her language skills.
Communication and Marketing Experience
Kate has a background in communication and marketing, having worked at Excelacom in various roles from 2013 to 2020. Initially, she served as a Marketing Intern for two months in 2013, followed by a five-year tenure as an Internal Communications Assistant. During her time at Excelacom, she implemented visual design content tailored for various audiences, showcasing her blend of technical writing and design skills.