Kat Cruickshank
About Kat Cruickshank
Kat Cruickshank is a Design Director at Envato, where she has worked since 2021, following a three-year tenure as Lead Designer. With extensive experience in digital product design across various industries, she focuses on design initiatives that promote business growth and mentors emerging designers.
Current Role at Envato
Kat Cruickshank serves as the Design Director at Envato, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads design initiatives that focus on the growth side of the business. Her responsibilities include overseeing the design team and implementing design processes that enhance customer experiences. Kat's leadership aims to foster innovation and improve the overall quality of Envato's digital products.
Previous Experience at Envato
Before her current role, Kat Cruickshank worked at Envato in various capacities. She was the Lead Designer from 2018 to 2021, where she contributed to significant design projects. Additionally, she served as a Senior UX Designer for a brief period in 2018. Her tenure at Envato has spanned over six years, during which she has played a crucial role in shaping the company's design strategies.
Professional Background
Kat Cruickshank has a diverse professional background in design, having worked across various industries such as retail, banking, construction, and healthcare. She held positions at notable companies including Bridge, Touch Surgery, and DigitasLBi. Her roles ranged from Head of Product Design to Senior User Experience Designer, showcasing her versatility and expertise in digital product design.
Education and Qualifications
Kat Cruickshank holds a Bachelor of Design in Product Design from the University of Leeds, which she completed from 2006 to 2009. She furthered her education with a Master of Design from the same university in 2010. Additionally, she studied Industrial Design at Queensland University of Technology, earning an International Study Abroad Diploma from 2008 to 2009. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her design career.
Mentorship and Leadership
In her current role, Kat Cruickshank supports and mentors individual designers and researchers. She focuses on helping them grow and develop their craft, emphasizing the importance of professional development within the design team. Her leadership style encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.