Hello, i’m James
I am a multidisciplinary designer with over 20 years' agency experience working with brands in the UK and internationally at some of the North's most high profile agencies.
I believe great projects result from great relationships – that’s why I pride myself on building lasting partnerships with my clients. I am interested in the commercial results that great design can achieve and the genuine impact it can have on your business.
Having built a reputation for producing design with intelligence, integrity and craft, across multiple industry sectors. I have a razor-sharp eye for creative direction, graphics and typography, I bring both valuable experience and a huge knowledge of branding and design to every new project and creative challenge.
I work on a freelance basis collaborating with other agencies and with direct clients, businesses and people that inspire me. If you’d like to speak to me about a project or about my availability please get in touch.
About
Past and present clients include
Adidas, Reebok, JD Sports, Footlocker, ghd, Illamasqua, The Mondrian Hotel, Cott Beverages, St Tropez, Seabrook Crisps, Perspex, BBC Micro:bit, William Hill, Kahlua, Slumberdown, Fox Lloyd Jones, Applegate Properties, Powerhouse Photography, Duo Plastics, Artemis, Parklane Properties, Roomzzz Aparthotels, Victoria Quarter, Symphony Group, Octavian.
Skills & Capabilities
Brand Identity
Graphic Design
Photographic Art Direction
Typography
Corporate Literature
Brochures/Magazines
Digital & Website Design
Social Media
Packaging
Advertising
Promotional Materials
Exhibition Design
Merchandising
Awards
2017 The Drum Roses Awards Bronze: Point of Sale.
2015 The Drum DADI Awards: Best use of Visual Design.
2010 RAR Awards: Best in Strategic Thinking.
2010 RAR Award Nomination: Brand Strategy, Creative/Innovation, Effectiveness.
2009 Cream Yorkshire Gold: Best Packaging.
2009 Cream Yorkshire Gold: Best Corporate Identity.
2009 Cream Yorkshire Nomination: Best Website.
2007 Fresh Grand Prix: Corporate/BB Website.
2006 Fresh Grand Prix: Corporate/BB Website.
2006 Fresh Grand Prix: Best use of Typography.
2004 Roses Bronze: Best use of Typography.
2004 Roses Bronze: Best use of Photography.
Publications
My work has been featured in various industry publications and blogs including: Computer Arts, Design Week, The Drum, Milk With One Sugar, Awesome Packaging and The DieLine.
Education
Highest Level of Education: 1st Class BA (Hons) Graphic Design / Blackpool & the Fylde College 2001.
