Makenna Smutz
About Makenna Smutz
Makenna Smutz is a Design Engineer with a diverse background in frontend design and engineering, having worked at various companies including Fern, Whop, and GraphCMS. She holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Ljubljana and has experience in both remote and in-office settings.
Work at Fern
Makenna Smutz currently holds the position of Design Engineer at Fern, a company that is part of Y Combinator's Winter 2023 batch. She began her role in 2024 and has been contributing to the company's design initiatives for four months. Her work involves applying her expertise in design engineering to support the development of innovative products at Fern, which is based in Brooklyn, New York.
Previous Experience at Whop
Makenna Smutz worked at Whop in 2023, where she held two roles: Product Engineer and Design System Engineer. In total, she spent six months at Whop, contributing to product development and design system management. Her time in Brooklyn, New York, allowed her to engage with the company's product offerings and enhance user experience through her engineering skills.
Career at GraphCMS
From 2018 to 2020, Makenna Smutz served as a Web Designer & Developer at GraphCMS. This remote position allowed her to focus on web design and development, contributing to the company's digital presence. Her role involved creating user-friendly interfaces and ensuring optimal functionality for web applications.
Educational Background
Makenna Smutz studied at the University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) degree. Her academic focus was on Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. This educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in both technical and marketing disciplines.
Diverse Professional Background
Makenna Smutz has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across different companies. Her experience includes positions as a Design Engineer, Product Engineer, and Marketing Content Manager. She has co-founded startups such as Heron App and Meeshkan, where she took on multiple responsibilities, showcasing her versatility in both technical and marketing roles.