Hi, I’m Dr. Kat, UX Writer, Educator & Founder of The UX Writing School
With more than 8 years of experience in various industries as both an employed and a freelance UX Writer, trust me: I have seen it all! Up until now my knowledge and experience allowed me to teach UX Writing to over 30,000 students worldwide. But: I was once in your shoes.
My story:
From corporate to creative
I studied Anthropology, then spent years in corporate communications — where my daily business was, honestly, PowerPoint. It wasn't until I moved from the automotive industry into a software department that I realized I was standing on the sideline: other people were building cool things, and I was just watching. So I took a leap and started a side job as a UX Writer for a local agency – and I had no idea that was the beginning of my dream career.
Why I started creating UX Writing courses
My mission: I want to give UX Writing beginners something I wish I had when I started my journey.
Based on the things I learned in UX Writing practice, I decided to create the resource I wish I'd had: UX Writing courses for all levels that are simple, practical, affordable, and actually enjoyable to learn from. Moreover, my PhD had taught me how to include academic resources and turn complex knowledge into clear, structured content — and I apply that same approach to every course I build.
I stumbled into UX Writing and took on a job before I could fully grasp what it is, and soon I realized: The resources available to learn from were of no help either. They were too vague, too expensive, or simply not relevant for the actual practice of UX Writing. Ultimately, I had to figure things out myself. Having worked as a UX Writer for years, I decided to share my knowledge and experience with people entering the field, to give them something that I wished I had when I started.
What makes my UX Writing courses different
I combine real-world industry experience with insights from academic disciplines like Psychology, Anthropology, and Cultural Studies — to give you solid and relevant knowledge that goes way beyond other UX Writing learning material. My courses are designed to be:
Simple and beginner-friendly: no unnecessary jargon, no assumed prior knowledge.
Practical and hands-on: grounded in real UX Writing work, not just theory.
High quality: Combining real industry experience with smooth learning design.
Empathetic: I know what it feels like to be a beginner, and I teach accordingly.
Hear what students say
“The instructor's delivery is engaging! She is really knowledgeable about the topic. In general, the course is above my expectations.”
ZSOLT H.
“Katharina is a fabulous instructor. She breaks down how to prepare a UX writing portfolio into easily digestible bits — making the process a lot simpler to follow along with. I'll be taking more of her courses!”
STEPHANIE C
“Dr. Grimm walks a perfect balance between education and excitement about the course, and presents the material in the tone of an ideal teacher. Her style is matter-of-fact, yet accessible, teaching you the material step by step and leaving you eager to learn more.”
ROWAN W.
“For one, her voice is so calming so it eliminates the anxiety normally present with learning something completely new. Her instruction is also clear and concise (similar to technical writing I suppose) so it is easy to grasp the concepts illustrated. Great work!!”
CHARLES C. E.
“I found it light and informative at the same time. I usually get bored an unmotivated in online courses, but that didn't happen with this one. Also, I found the voice of the speaker very relaxing! :)”
LUCAS G.
My courses grew with my career, so there's something for every level.
When I first started teaching, I focused on what I needed most as a beginner: the fundamentals. But as my career progressed, I kept documenting what I learned — the more complex parts of our craft, the tough truths of working with teams and stakeholders, the necessary strategic shifts, the skills you need to grow from junior to senior. Over time, those insights turned into courses. That's why my curriculum today covers every stage of a UX Writing career – from your very first steps to senior-level strategic work.
Sounds good? Here’s how you can learn with me
Introduction to UX Writing
Level: Beginner
Your starting point to UX Writing! A foundational course covering the core theory and practice of UX Writing. Students learn how to write effective microcopy, understand user intent, and psychology, and apply established UX Writing principles — all in under 4 hours.
What you’ll learn:
UX Writing Fundamentals, microcopy principles, user psychology, error messages, empty states, and other copy elements, plus how to make your first writing decisions with confidence.
Build Your UX Writing Portfolio
Level: All
A step-by-step course for building a professional UX Writing portfolio — whether you're applying for freelance work or full-time roles. This course covers case study structure, what hiring managers look for, and how to present your thinking, not just your output.
What you’ll learn:
Choosing the right projects for your portfolio, defining the structure of your portfolio, case study design, hosting of your portfolio, how to build a portfolio without experience
The Voice & Tone Masterclass
Level: All
Voice and tone are the foundation of consistent product and brand communication — across every writing discipline. This masterclass covers how to define a brand voice, craft actionable tone guidelines, and build style guides that teams actually use.
What you’ll learn:
Brand voice design, voice and tone principles, using voice and tone in UX Writing, creating a voice and tone style guide, managing stakeholders
Staying ahead: how I keep my courses future-proof
The field of UX Writing is evolving fast — and I believe it's my job as an educator to stay ahead of that curve with my learning material. I actively follow industry trends, shifts in tooling, and changes in how product teams work, and I continuously update my teaching to reflect where the field is actually heading.
My newest focus is on strategic writing and full-stack content design — a direction that reflects where the most impactful UX Writing work is moving in the age of AI. Rather than staying within the traditional silo of UX Writing or copywriting, I teach how to work more holistically: developing integrated communication strategies that bridge disciplines, connect with business goals.
Frequently asked questions
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Yes, absolutely. The Introduction to UX Writing course is specifically designed for people with no prior UX Writing experience. It starts from the very basics and uses plain, easy-to-understand explanations. No design background, no writing degree, no prior experience required.
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The Introduction to UX Writing course is under 4 hours – making it one of the most time-efficient UX Writing courses available online. You can complete it in a single weekend, or work through it at your own pace.
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Most UX Writing resources I encountered when I was starting out were too vague, too expensive, or too technical. I built mine to be the opposite: concise, affordable, beginner-friendly, and human. I bring both real industry experience and an academic background — so you're getting something that's actually been thought through.
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Not at all. My courses cover every stage of a UX Writing career. I started by teaching the fundamentals because that's where I began — but as my own career grew, I kept documenting what I learned and turning those insights into courses. Today, my resources cover topics from complete beginner foundations all the way to senior-level strategic work, including full-stack content design and integrated communication strategy for those who want to work at a higher level.
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A few things set me apart. First, I've actually done the work – 8+ years as a practising UX Writer across industries means I'm not teaching from theory alone. I know what it's like on the job, what mistakes beginners make, and what actually matters in practice. Second, my PhD in Technology Management and Communications gave me a solid understanding of how great communication works at its core. Third, I've been a beginner myself, and I remember exactly how disorienting that felt. I don't take prior knowledge for granted, I don't rush past the hard parts, and I build my courses with empathy for where you are right now, and have had the privilege to teach over 30,000 students thus far.
Ready to start your UX Writing journey?
Over 30,000 students have already learned UX Writing with me — and I'd love for you to be next. Whether you're switching careers, leveling up your current skills, or just curious about the field, there's a course here for you.