Katie Roorda (Bergdale)
About Katie Roorda (Bergdale)
Katie Roorda is the Director of Medical Illustration at Osso VR, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in biological and pre-medical illustration, she has held various roles in the field, including positions at the National Aquarium and Iowa State University.
Current Role as Director of Medical Illustration
Katie Roorda currently serves as the Director of Medical Illustration at Osso VR, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees the medical illustration team and contributes to the development of visual content that supports medical training and education. Her leadership reflects her extensive experience in the field, having transitioned from a Senior Medical Illustrator at the same organization.
Previous Experience at Osso VR
Katie Roorda worked at Osso VR from 2018 to 2022, initially as a Medical Illustrator and later as a Senior Medical Illustrator. During her four years at Osso VR, she contributed to various projects that enhanced the company's medical training offerings. Her progression from Medical Illustrator to Senior Medical Illustrator and then to Director demonstrates her growth and expertise in medical illustration.
Educational Background in Medical Illustration
Katie Roorda earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biological and Pre-Medical Illustration from Iowa State University - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Medical & Biological Illustration from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where she studied from 2015 to 2017. This educational foundation supports her technical skills in medical illustration.
Experience in Biological Illustration
Before her tenure at Osso VR, Katie Roorda worked as a Biological Illustrator at the National Aquarium from 2016 to 2017 and at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in 2015. These roles provided her with valuable experience in creating illustrations that communicate complex biological concepts, enhancing her capabilities in both educational and commercial environments.
Portfolio and Professional Development
Katie Roorda maintains a personal portfolio website at katieroorda.com, where she showcases her work in medical and biological illustration. This platform highlights her artistic skills and professional projects, reflecting her commitment to the field. Additionally, her experience as a Medical Illustrator Intern at Arthrex from 2014 to 2015 contributed to her practical knowledge and skills in the industry.