Areas of work
Graphic Design
Branding
Packaging
Social Design & marketing
Hello, I’m Kate, a Digital Brand Designer with over five years of experience shaping luxury and lifestyle brands through distinctive branding and illustration. With a degree from Northumbria University and a keen eye for detail, I’m passionate about blending craft and quality to create design that feels both visually striking and deeply memorable.
Influenced by the clean lines and simplicity of Scandinavian design, rooted in my childhood in Sweden, I often weave organic, hand-drawn illustration and bespoke iconography into my work to bring originality and character to every project. I believe great design balances creativity with clarity, and I love translating that philosophy across branding, print, digital, and social media.
I spent five years in London immersed in the fast-paced world of design before taking a new path and serving a year overseas with the Army Reserves in Cyprus. As a Rifleman, I balanced operational duties with creative contributions, an experience that strengthened my resilience, adaptability, and leadership. These qualities now underpin my design practice just as much as my technical skills.
I’ve worked in Newcastle, London, and New York with design and editorial teams, and I’m currently an in-house designer for the interiors brand OKA. My toolkit includes Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Figma.
When I’m not behind the screen, you’ll find me outdoors hiking, training, or exploring new places with my camera in hand. I draw constant inspiration from nature and travel, and I bring that same sense of curiosity and creativity into every project I take on.
Email
hello@katestraughan.co.uk
Phone
07375085951

