Kate Jansen
About Kate Jansen
Kate Jansen is a Program Manager with a strong background in client solutions and editorial roles across various media companies. She has worked at notable organizations such as Nielsen, Time Inc. UK, and Handshake, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Bucknell University.
Current Role at Handshake
Kate Jansen serves as a Program Manager at Handshake, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on delivering actionable insights to a diverse range of client stakeholders. Her responsibilities include crafting data-driven stories aimed at enhancing client engagement and retention.
Previous Experience in Client Solutions
Before joining Handshake, Kate Jansen worked at Nielsen in various roles from 2016 to 2020. She started as a Brand & Social TV Content Editor, then transitioned to Client Solutions Executive, and later became Manager of Client Solutions. Her experience at Nielsen involved cultivating client relationships to drive sales and providing insights into media performance.
Internship Experience
Kate Jansen has a diverse internship background that includes positions at Time Inc. UK as an Editorial Intern for Women & Home Magazine, and at Questex as a Travel Editorial Intern, both in 2015. Additionally, she interned at Condé Nast as a Photo/Art Intern for W Magazine and at StyleCaster Media Group as a Social Media Junior Team Member. These roles contributed to her foundational skills in editorial and social media.
Educational Background
Kate Jansen earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Bucknell University, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. She also participated in a London Study Abroad Program through Boston University in 2015. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in communication and writing.
Early Career Development
Kate began her professional journey as a Peer Writing Consultant at the Bucknell University Writing Center from 2013 to 2014. She also served as Co-Campus Correspondent and Editor-in-Chief for Her Campus Media during her time at Bucknell University. These early roles helped her develop skills in writing, editing, and leadership.