A native Angeleno, James has eighteen years of experience in print, digital, and interactive design and web animation. Previously working for companies like GumGum, Standard Black & VCG Catapult, James has honed his skills in a variety of industries, on multiple creative teams and agencies, and understands the value of collaboration, creative direction, and leadership. He excels at visual storytelling and providing design solutions with a focus in the high-impact advertising space, with a proven track record of successful campaign launches from clients including Disney, Lexus, and Sephora. During his free time, he enjoys staying active, traveling to remote beaches for R&R as well as discovering new food and activities. He graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a BA in Communication and also holds an AS in Multimedia Design from Brooks College.