Shannon Richey

I’m a brand and visual designer passionate about transforming ideas into engaging, tangible experiences. My work spans hospitality, consumer products, nonprofits, and technology - from designing cocktail kits and branded merchandise for Michelin-recognized restaurants, to building websites and brand systems for tech companies and mission-driven organizations.

I thrive at the intersection of storytelling and craft, translating complex concepts into cohesive brand systems across digital, print, packaging, and experiential touchpoints. My approach blends strategic thinking, design systems, and hands-on production - ensuring every detail is intentional and aligned with the bigger brand vision.

Currently pursuing my M.A. in Design with a focus on visual communications, interaction design, and UI/UX, I’m equally energized by exploring new tools (from Figma to Blender to motion graphics) and grounding design in accessibility, sustainability, and real-world impact.

I partner with clients across hospitality, technology, and nonprofit sectors to deliver end-to-end brand and digital design solutions. My projects have included refreshing a Bay Area restaurant’s visual identity and website, redefining the digital presence of a B2B tech company with SEO-driven storytelling, and extending a nonprofit’s brand voice into event collateral and fundraising campaigns. From packaging prototypes to stop-motion product storytelling, I bring consistency, creativity, and strategic thinking across every channel.

San Francisco State University

Master of Arts - MA, DesignMaster of Arts - MA, Design Aug 2021 - 2025

• Activities and societies: Stanford Design Challenge Finalist: Led year-long UX project developing a web platform that bridges complex labor data with visualization APIs to connect non-college bound youth with skilled-trade careers

  Teaching Assistant in professional practice and portfolio development