# Kate von Houck

> AI-focused UX/UI Designer | Certified Pilates Instructor | Human-centered systems thinker

Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/katevonhouck

Hi, I'm Kate! As a UX/UI designer, I specialize in creating intuitive and visually compelling digital experiences. With a background in both software and video game design, I bring a unique perspective to every project. My approach combines thorough user research with creative problem-solving to build interfaces that are not just beautiful, but truly user-centric. I believe in designing experiences that feel effortless and natural, where every interaction is meaningful and every detail serves a purpose. Let's collaborate to create something exceptional! I'm always excited to discuss new projects, collaborations, or just chat about design and technology. Feel free to reach out! 
kate.vonhouck.com

## Work Experience
### MNT Studio @ MNTSTUDIO
Jan 2026 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area
- Delivering high-quality private and semi-private Reformer Pilates sessions.
- Creating tailored, results-driven programs for a diverse clientele. 
- Specializing in safe, effective movement with a focus on alignment, control, and long-term physical development.

### Pilates Instructor @ Elevate Pilates Studio
Jan 2025 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area

### Pilates Instructor @ Simply Balanced Pilates Studio
Jan 2025 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area
- Teaching private and semi-private classes.
- Designing personalized programs.
- Modifying movements to meet each client’s individual needs.

### Freelance UX/UI Designer @ Unknown
Jan 2024 – Present

### Pilates Instructor @ Club Pilates SOMA
Jan 2025 – Jan 2026 | San Francisco Bay Area
- Teaching Flow 1, 1.5, 2 group classes for Club Pilates members. 
- Creating the program for group classes.
- Adapting posture and movement strategies to suit clients' needs, abilities, and preferences.

### Founding Senior UX/UI Designer @ The Art Button
Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | Seattle, Washington, United States
- Led and designed the entire product line.
- Worked on use cases and user flow.
- Created the Design System.
- Promoting the product on social media.
- Working closely with engineers.

### Senior UX Designer @ Directly
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | San Francisco Bay Area
Darwin Product
- Built a new vision for SaaS Chatbot.
- Designed onboarding experience for company admins. 
- Worked on a new history list feature for end users.

### UX Designer @ PayPal
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Austin, Texas, United States
Identity team
- Created SSO login experience for Enterprise users.
- Worked on Migration flow for Zettle.
- Improved 2FA flow.

### UX Designer @ Microsoft
Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Bellevue, WA
Power BI
- Power BI integration into SharePoint list
- Onboarding experience 
- Learning experience

### Product Designer @ Microsoft
Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Redmond, WA
SharePoint
- SharePoint Templates
- Diagnostic site

### UX Designer @ Microsoft
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Redmond
Partner Center
- Worked with PMs and with business people
- Worked on the project from the start to end
- Created high fidelity mockups and infographics
- Presented UX design decisions

### Freelance UX/UI Designer @ Istrolid
Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | San Francisco Bay Area
- Visual design for game interfaces
- Experience design for the main menu and widgets
- Hierarchy of game screens
- Icon set

### Freelance Visual Designer @ WATERPARK
Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | San Francisco Bay Area
Logo & Icon Design

### UX Consultant @ Gravitational
Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Oakland, California, United States


## Education
### Certificate in Pilates Comprehensive Program
Balanced Body

### Foundations of Project Management
Coursera

### Bachelor of Arts - BA in Web Design & New Media
Academy of Art University

### Business Administration / Graphic Design
City College of San Francisco

### Associate of Arts (AA) in Asian Studies/Civilization
Altai State University


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kate-von-houck-aa966466

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Last updated: 2026-04-13