Hi! I’m Nella Athena.
But you can call me Nella. I’m a Visual Designer living in sunny foggy San Francisco, CA.
I can build and evolve your brand, create meaningful user experiences, and bring a people-centered approach and calm presence to any project.
My upbringing as the daughter of Filipino immigrants inspires my passion for community-driven and values-based design thinking. I believe that design has the power to represent and elevate communities as well as ensure their voices are heard.
As a designer, my best work is enabled by allowing room for playful explorations, productive feedback, and even mistakes. I’ve also found that my mindful and compassionate leadership style is essential to a collaborative and rewarding environment.
When I’m not designing, you can find me taking care of my 40+ houseplants, exploring the great outdoors via bicycle, or baking and cooking delicious food at home.