Natasha Kurus
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👋 About Me

Hi, I’m Natasha—nice to meet you!

I’m a self-motivated, reliable, and curious UX designer with a strong sense of ownership and a passion for solving complex problems. Whether I’m collaborating in a team or working independently, I bring energy, creativity, and a positive mindset to everything I do.

With a blend of creative vision, analytical thinking, technical knowledge, and empathy for users, I design experiences that are not only intuitive and inclusive but also aligned with business strategy. I thrive on new challenges and take pride in delivering thoughtful, accessible, and consistent design solutions that make a meaningful impact.

📩 Feel free to reach out natakurus@gmail.com





Product Designer & AI Enthusiast

I'm passionate about design, but inspired by people

I believe great design is human at heart—and amplified by continuous AI discovery. About Me

Digitizing a Legacy Process for a
Government Web Platform

Transforming IRS's paper-based CAF request into a fast, accessible digital experience for tax professionals

As the UX/UI Lead Designer for the IRS Tax Pro Account, I guided the design strategy and execution, streamlining complex processes and enhancing user experiences through agile methodologies, extensive user research, and robust collaboration. The following case study highlights the process behind one of the 50 features I delivered. View Case Study

The Ritter Platform (SaaS)

Leading UX/UI Design for Ritter’s Digital Business Management Platform (2018-2022)

As the UX/UI Designer for the Ritter Platform, I led the creation of a cohesive design system and intuitive user experiences, transforming complex business processes into streamlined, accessible digital solutions. Through structured user research, strategic prototyping, and collaborative execution, I significantly enhanced user satisfaction, efficiency, and platform scalability View Case Study

Design System

Creating a unified design language for Ritter’s digital products to enhance usability and accessibility

Led design strategy and implementation of a comprehensive, accessible CSS framework, improving consistency, accelerating product development, and enabling cohesive experiences across Ritter Insurance Marketing’s digital ecosystem. View Case Study

87 Forge

From Engineering Passion Project to Successful Brand (2023-Present)

Combining my engineering background and creative vision, I developed 87 Forge—a small business dedicated to uniquely designed accessories for AirPods Max. From initial sketches to a patented, manufactured product, I managed the full lifecycle, including branding, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, and digital presence. View Case Study