I'm John Cooper, a professional creative with a BA (Hons.) in Art Design and Communication. I specialise in motion graphics, illustration, live scribing, website design and branding, and have collaborated with clients including the University of Manchester, Newcastle University, Bradford University and the NHS. My showreel and recent work can be viewed at Rocket Steps Studio. I blend visual storytelling with solid design fundamentals to deliver engaging, clear communications. Beyond design, I’m a professional stand-up comedian and sketch writer; I’ve written comedy sketches for the BBC and performed in two Edinburgh solo shows. I’m a member of the Totally Improvised Company and use humour to educate and entertain across my work. In 2022 I spoke at TEDx Warrington about the benefits of improvisation and using humour.

John Cooper

I'm John Cooper, a professional creative with a BA (Hons.) in Art Design and Communication. I specialise in motion graphics, illustration, live scribing, website design and branding, and have collaborated with clients including the University of Manchester, Newcastle University, Bradford University and the NHS. My showreel and recent work can be viewed at Rocket Steps Studio. I blend visual storytelling with solid design fundamentals to deliver engaging, clear communications. Beyond design, I’m a professional stand-up comedian and sketch writer; I’ve written comedy sketches for the BBC and performed in two Edinburgh solo shows. I’m a member of the Totally Improvised Company and use humour to educate and entertain across my work. In 2022 I spoke at TEDx Warrington about the benefits of improvisation and using humour.

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I’m John Cooper, a professional creative with a BA (Hons.) in Art Design and Communication. I specialise in motion graphics, illustration, live scribing, website design and branding, and have collaborated with clients including the University of Manchester, Newcastle University, Bradford University and the NHS. My showreel and recent work can be viewed at Rocket Steps Studio. I blend visual storytelling with solid design fundamentals to deliver engaging, clear communications.

Beyond design, I’m a professional stand-up comedian and sketch writer; I’ve written comedy sketches for the BBC and performed in two Edinburgh solo shows. I’m a member of the Totally Improvised Company and use humour to educate and entertain across my work. In 2022 I spoke at TEDx Warrington about the benefits of improvisation and using humour.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Artist at Principal Image Design Consultancy
December 1, 2008 - September 24, 2025
Graphic design, illustration and branding work for clients; produced educational content and motion graphics.
Founder / Freelance Creative at Rocket Steps Studio
January 1, 2010 - Present
Founder and lead creative at Rocket Steps Studio (2010–present). Specialises in motion graphics, illustration, live scribing, website design and branding for higher education and NHS clients; showreel and recent work available online.

Education

B.A. (Hons.) Arts & Design at University of Sunderland
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025

Qualifications

BA Hons. Art, Design & Comms
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998
B.A. (Hons.) Arts & Design
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Healthcare, Government, Professional Services