Suny Stanfield
About Suny Stanfield
Suny Stanfield is a Design Lead at Thesis agency in Portland, Oregon, with extensive experience in communication design and marketing strategies. He has worked on significant projects for Nike and has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Cameron University.
Current Role at Thesis
Suny Stanfield serves as the Design Lead at Thesis agency, a position held since 2022. In this role, Stanfield oversees design initiatives and leads the design system for Nike's Global and Jordan accounts. This involves creating design components and ensuring alignment with engineering teams. Prior to becoming Design Lead, Stanfield worked as a Senior Designer at Thesis starting in 2021, contributing to various projects in the Portland, Oregon area.
Previous Experience in Design
Before joining Thesis, Suny Stanfield accumulated diverse experience in graphic design. From 2014 to 2017, Stanfield worked as a Graphic Designer for Army MWR in Lawton, Oklahoma. Following this role, Stanfield served as an Editorial Designer at HFF from 2017 to 2019 in Portland, Oregon. Additionally, Stanfield worked as a Designer at Thesis from 2019 to 2021, further enhancing design skills and expertise.
Education and Expertise
Suny Stanfield earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Graphic Design from Cameron University, completing the program from 2011 to 2014. This educational background laid the foundation for a career in communication design and marketing strategies. Stanfield specializes in creating intentional design systems that prioritize efficiency and empathy, contributing to significant projects for Nike North America and Global.
Skills in Design Systems and Tools
Stanfield has extensive experience in developing design systems and is recognized for educating team members on the use of Figma for design projects at Thesis. This focus on design tools and systems enhances collaboration and efficiency within the design team, ensuring that design specifications are effectively communicated and implemented.
Freelance Graphic Design Experience
Prior to formal employment in design roles, Suny Stanfield worked as a Freelance Graphic Designer from 2010 to 2014 in Lawton, Oklahoma. This freelance experience allowed for the development of a diverse portfolio and the opportunity to work on various projects, further refining design skills and client communication.