Resume
Where I've been, what I've made.
I am a UX Designer with 18+ years of professional experience designing digital products for web and mobile, from ideation to post-production. I have a deep focus on design systems, Figma architecture, prototyping, and research, built on a strong visual design background.
Experience
2013 – 2026
Greater Atlanta Area
Lead UX Designer
AT&T Mobility
- Created and enhanced user interfaces and streamlined user experiences on apps used by millions.
- Contributed to AI-powered virtual assistant initiatives through user journey mapping, conversation flow design, and rapid prototyping.
- Collaborated with product managers and stakeholders, gathering requirements and prioritizing features to align with business goals.
- Created an evolving design system, standardizing UX cohesiveness and aligning products with accessibility best practices.
- Developed mockups and high-fidelity prototypes in Figma, partnering with developers through implementation.
- Conducted research and user testing to validate design decisions and identify areas for improvement.
Senior Visual and Web Designer
Band Digital
- Designed and developed websites, microsites, emails, and promotional graphics with an emphasis on user experience and functionality.
- Created banner ads, iconography, app concepts, pitch work, and print work.
- Received the WMA 2010 WebAward for outstanding achievement in Web Development for the AT&T Web Hosting website.
2000 – Present
Greater Atlanta Area
Graphic Artist / Web Designer
Freelance
- Graphic design, print, and UI/UX design for individuals and organizations.
- Designed and developed email campaigns, websites, invitations, brochures, and promotional graphics.
2003 – 2018
Greater Atlanta Area
Graphic Designer / Social Media Manager
Paris on Ponce
- Redesigned and maintained the company website, staged and photographed products for vendors, and created social content that improved engagement and retention.
- Introduced an e-commerce platform, increasing annual sales.
- Created promotional graphics, flyers, and business cards, elevating brand visibility.
Education
Interactive Media and Web Design
The Art Institute of Atlanta · 2006 – 2008
Strengths
Design Systems
Simplifying workflows and improving collaboration across design, development, and testing by building evolving, shared design systems.
Inclusive Design
Creating accessible digital interfaces so the experience works for everyone.
Adaptable
Delivering innovative, impactful results in dynamic, fast-moving environments.
Relevant Solutions
Staying ahead of industry trends and continuously improving design process.
Recognition
- WMA WebAward for outstanding achievement in Web Development for AT&T Web Hosting.
- Multiple yearly Connection Awards recognizing contributions including ANDi / Fusion designs and high-fidelity prototypes; rebranding Device Help and improving interaction and layouts; designing the new PowerBI site; migrating and optimizing hundreds of design flows from Miro to Figma; and leading the team's Figma component libraries.
"Sonja helped our team's Figma transition by setting up libraries and components for everyone to collaborate with no effort."
"Meticulous. Explores alternatives, documents final specs, and notices things the rest of us miss."
"Took the time to teach teammates Figma instead of just handing over files."