Cameron Sandage
About Cameron Sandage
Cameron Sandage is a Senior Product Designer at Tradeblock, based in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, with a diverse background in design spanning over 18 years. He has held various design roles at notable companies such as Nike, IBM, and USAA, and is also the Creative Director and Owner of Swing Shift Studios in Portland, Oregon.
Work at Tradeblock
Cameron Sandage has been employed as a Senior Product Designer at Tradeblock since 2022. He operates within the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, contributing to the company's design initiatives. His role involves applying strategic thought processes and design thinking frameworks to enhance product usability and user experience.
Previous Experience in Design
Prior to his current position, Cameron Sandage held various design roles. He worked as a Senior Product Designer at Updater from 2021 to 2022 and at A Cloud Guru in 2021. His tenure at USAA as a Senior Product Designer lasted four years, from 2017 to 2021. He also served as a Lead Designer at Nike from 2012 to 2014 and as a Product Designer at IBM from 2014 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Cameron Sandage studied at Mt. Hood Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree in Oregon Transfer from 2005 to 2009. He then attended Portland State University, achieving a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design with a minor in Advertising Management from 2009 to 2012. His education supports his multidisciplinary creative background, which includes experiential design.
Creative Leadership and Advocacy
In addition to his design roles, Cameron Sandage is the Creative Director and Owner of Swing Shift Studios, a position he has held since 2006. He also served as an Adjunct Professor at Austin Community College for five months in 2017. He advocates for accessibility in design, ensuring products are usable by individuals of all abilities.
Design Methodologies and Specializations
Cameron Sandage employs a strategic thought process in problem-solving and engages in creative tinkering. He utilizes design as a platform for experimenting with various approaches to problem-solving. His specialization in development handoff ensures a seamless transition from design to development teams, enhancing project efficiency.