I help finance and leadership teams turn complex, high-stakes information into clear, structured, executive-ready corporate communications. My work focuses on designing and refining core business documents — including board and investor presentations, annual and integrated reports, financial summaries, and strategic communications — ensuring they are accurate, consistent, and easy to navigate. I specialise in bringing clarity to dense content by shaping information hierarchies, simplifying data, and applying insight-led design that supports decision-making. From concept through to final production, I work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure every document aligns with brand standards, communicates with authority, and meets the expectations of executive, board, and investor audiences.

James Mears

I help finance and leadership teams turn complex, high-stakes information into clear, structured, executive-ready corporate communications. My work focuses on designing and refining core business documents — including board and investor presentations, annual and integrated reports, financial summaries, and strategic communications — ensuring they are accurate, consistent, and easy to navigate. I specialise in bringing clarity to dense content by shaping information hierarchies, simplifying data, and applying insight-led design that supports decision-making. From concept through to final production, I work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure every document aligns with brand standards, communicates with authority, and meets the expectations of executive, board, and investor audiences.

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I help finance and leadership teams turn complex, high-stakes information into clear, structured, executive-ready corporate communications. My work focuses on designing and refining core business documents — including board and investor presentations, annual and integrated reports, financial summaries, and strategic communications — ensuring they are accurate, consistent, and easy to navigate.

I specialise in bringing clarity to dense content by shaping information hierarchies, simplifying data, and applying insight-led design that supports decision-making. From concept through to final production, I work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure every document aligns with brand standards, communicates with authority, and meets the expectations of executive, board, and investor audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Integrated Designer at Houlihan Lokey
July 1, 2024 - Present
• Partner with senior stakeholders, banking and marketing teams to deliver executive presentations and transaction materials • Design pitch decks, marketing collateral and client communications supporting live M&A, capital raises, and strategic transactions • Translate complex financial content into clear, structured visual narratives for decision-making • Collaborate across sector teams including Energy, Consumer, Industrials, Financial Services, Tech, and Business Services • Maintain brand governance and consistency across presentations, documents, digital, and event assets • Shape slide narratives, information hierarchy, and data visualisation to improve clarity and impact • Ensure accuracy and version control across high-stakes materials under tight deadlines • Develop branded collateral and large-format visuals for events, conferences, and digital channels
Senior Designer at Altadicta
May 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
• Delivered corporate and executive communications for clients including Diageo, Bupa, NHS, and Dyson • Designed board, investor, and leadership materials with focus on clarity and structure • Maintained brand consistency across core corporate and stakeholder communications
Senior Designer & Brand Lead at Azerion
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
• Led brand and visual identity across global corporate communications • Developed scalable presentation templates and brand assets • Supported post-acquisition brand integration across international teams.
Mid-weight Designer at Hotwire Global
June 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
• Delivered presentations, campaign, and digital content for global clients including Dyson and Qualcomm • Translated complex subject matter into clear visual communications • Produced graphics, motion, and web assets for international campaigns.
Junior Graphic Designer at Quantock Design
July 1, 2017 - June 1, 2020
• Designed print and digital collateral from concept to delivery. Supported art direction and studio rebrand projects.

Education

BA (Hons) in Graphic Design at Ravensbourne University London
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Professional Services, Energy & Utilities, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment