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About me

I built the foundations for a career in graphic design at the University of the Arts, London. Since then, I've worked alongside leading businesses in various industries for ten years, developing small boutique companies, through to global organisations. I am currently a freelance graphic designer, working under the business name of JD Designs. As a result of my dedication for design and perfectionist nature, I have been involved in numerous high profile campaigns for leading brands, including Lyle & Scott, FC Barcelona, Facebook, Merlin Entertainments and the University of Oxford.   I have a high level of proficiency using InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Lightroom on Mac and PC. I also have vast experience creating illustrations, utilising a variety of styles, predominantly using a Wacom digital tablet. In addition to this, I am quickly developing my knowledge of HTML and WordPress.

I am adept as an individual or team player, with management experience and communicating with various departments in order to progress and complete the given task.

I'm always open to new freelance challenges.

Details

AvailabilityLooking for work

ContractFreelance, Temp-Perm, Part time, Remote

LocationBrentwood, Essex: United Kingdom

Working locationsLondon: United Kingdom, Brentwood

Skill LevelMiddleweight, Senior

LanguagesEnglish

Tagged Job TitlesBranding Designer, Brand Consultant, Graphic Designer

Ranking

#6 Ranked Branding Designer

Achievements

studiopro:James was verified as a studiopro on 26th May 2026Top 25Branding DesignerContributor:

James has been a Contributor since 30th June 2022.

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Skills

Advertising, Brand / Logo Design, Brand Management, Branding, Cartooning, Creative Direction, Digital Art, Illustration, Image Retouching, Merchandising, Print Design, Promotions, Retouching, Social Media, Web Design

Sector Experience

brand identity, Brand Management, Branding, Finance, layout, Merchandise, Photography, Print, Print collateral, Retail

CV / Resume

James' CV/Resume

Activity

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James' Interactions

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