Katherine Hurst is a versatile professional with a diverse background in illustration and education technology. Since April 2016, Katherine has operated as a Freelance Illustrator specializing in children's illustrations, including pet portraits and character design. Concurrently, Katherine works as a Junior Software Developer and Mentor at Northcoders since July 2022. Prior experience includes leadership as Content Team Lead at GameSchool, focusing on engaging children in learning through Minecraft, and as a Coding Tutor at Code Kids Robotics Limited, where Katherine developed coding curricula for children aged 6-14. Earlier roles at PNE Group involved business advising, project assistance, and IT analysis, contributing to various initiatives supporting young entrepreneurs. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Durham University and foundational education at West Kirby Grammar School.