At Sunela Creative, we help mission-driven organizations communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Based in Rhode Island and partnering with clients nationwide, we believe thoughtful design has the power to reflect your values, tell your story with integrity, and build the trust your community depends on.
At Sunela Creative, we help mission-driven organizations communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Based in Rhode Island and partnering with clients nationwide, we believe thoughtful design has the power to reflect your values, tell your story with integrity, and build the trust your community depends on.
Meet Erin Murphy, Founder & Art Director
Erin Murphy is the founder and Art Director of Sunela Creative, bringing over two decades of design experience to mission-driven organizations and businesses. After earning her BFA in Graphic Design from UMass Dartmouth, she spent 10 years as an in-house designer while steadily growing her freelance practice, developing a strong foundation in strategic, cohesive visual communication.
She later earned a Master of Arts in Teaching and spent several years teaching digital and fine arts at the high school level, deepening her understanding of how design shapes perception, builds trust, and strengthens communities.
In 2022, Erin transitioned to leading Sunela Creative full time. Today, she partners with nonprofits, schools, and mission-driven businesses to build or refresh brands and create strategic websites and print materials that clearly communicate their values, inspire trust, and support long-term growth and impact.
Meet Justin Baillargeron, Web Developer & SEO
Justin has been working in digital marketing and web design since 2008, beginning his career as a marketing analyst and copywriter for a national eCommerce company. Wearing many hats, he developed expertise in SEO, web development, and UX, gaining a deep understanding of how to optimize websites to benefit both users and search engines.
With an eye for usability and design, Justin specializes in crafting new websites and refining existing ones to enhance user experience, increase visibility, and showcase businesses in their best light. He especially enjoys working with local businesses and nonprofits, helping them create sites that not only look great but also best serve their users, whether through strengthening community impact or increasing online engagement.
Why Choose Sunela Creative?
Mission-driven work deserves more than surface-level design. It deserves strategy, clarity, and intention.
We take the time to understand your mission, your audience, and the real challenges you face, whether that’s inconsistent branding, an outdated website, or messaging that no longer reflects who you are. Every solution is built to strengthen trust, create cohesion, and support your long-term goals.
When you work with Sunela Creative, you gain a thoughtful partner who cares deeply about your impact and walks with you through every step of the process.