About
💁♀️ She/Her/Hers • ENTJ
🗽 Raised in VA•Living in NYC since 2005
🇬🇧 Eligible to work in the U.S. and the U.K.
🍂 Nature Addicted
🐶 Dog mom
Meet Katrina Neumann, a dynamic creative leader with a unique blend of business acumen and artistic vision. With a rich educational background spanning prestigious institutions like Harvard Business School and SMFA @ Tufts University, Katrina brings a wealth of knowledge to her recent role as a Senior Designer at SYPartners, a management consulting firm working with Fortune 100 companies. Her client portfolio includes industry giants like Twitter, Starbucks, U.A.E Government x COP28, and Pfizer, where she applies her creative problem-solving skills to deliver innovative solutions.
As the Co-Founder and Lead UI Product Designer of Rivet, Katrina has spearheaded the growth of a platform connecting organizations and artists worldwide. Under her leadership, Rivet has flourished, boasting over 1,200+ organizations and 19,000+ creatives. Her ability to lead UX/UI design and navigate business development has earned Rivet support from notable institutions like the New Museum’s NEW INC. and the Kate Spade & Company Foundation.
Katrina's expertise extends beyond the digital realm, as demonstrated by her role as a Guest Curator at the Contemporary Arts Center New Orleans. Here, she curated "Make America What America Must Become," a groundbreaking exhibition featuring 40 artists from the Gulf South. Katrina's commitment to accessibility and advocacy is evident in her efforts to provide honorariums to participating artists and eliminate application fees, fostering a more inclusive arts community.
With a passion for arts education, Katrina has served as an Assistant Professor at Clarion University and contributed to graduate teaching programs at SMFA @ Tufts University. Her dedication to nurturing emerging talent extends to her curatorial work, where she has organized exhibitions and lectures that showcase the diverse voices shaping contemporary art.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Katrina is a recipient of numerous grants, fellowships, and residencies, underscoring her impact and influence within the arts community. Her technical skills encompass a wide range of design tools, prototyping techniques, marketing strategies, and business management principles, making her a versatile and sought-after creative director.
Katrina Neumann's innovative spirit, collaborative approach, and dedication to artistic excellence make her a driving force in the intersection of creativity and business. Whether leading a design team, curating an exhibition, or advocating for arts education, Katrina's passion for making meaningful connections through art is at the heart of everything she does.
Resume Quick Overview✨
Recent Work Experience
2013–Current, Freelance Creative Direction & Strategy
2021–2024, Senior Studio Designer, SYPartners
2016–2021, Co-Founder, Rivet
Education
2022, Harvard Business School, (M.B.A.) CORe
2012, SMFA @ Tufts University (M.F.A.)
2008, Purchase College (B.F.A., summa cum laude)
Fellowships & Awards
Made in NY Media Center by IFP Fellowship Tech Incubator, Kate Spade and Company Foundation, NEW INC. Woman-Founded Tech Fellowship, NEW INC. Fellowship Tech Incubator, Flux Factory, Elsewhere Museum, and more
Guest Lectures and Panel Discussions
Squeaky Buffalo, Moore College of Art, Parsons School of Design, Pratt, The New School at SVA, Tisch School of the Arts at NYU, Common Field Los Angeles, NEW INC., Union Docs, Makeshift Society, NARS Foundation, Savannah College of Art and Design, and CUNY Lehman College.
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