Hi, I’m Kody Smurthwaite-James, an illustrator, graphic designer, and motion graphics professional with experience creating brand-aligned visuals across digital and print. I enjoy designing engaging user interfaces, responsive icon sets, and polished background artwork that supports clarity, usability, and a clean aesthetic. I’ve worked with internal teams and clients to deliver consistent visual assets on structured timelines, while keeping the creative direction firmly connected to business goals. From freelance illustration and cover artwork to contract UI and motion-graphic design, I focus on thoughtful storytelling through design, motion-ready assets, and reliable collaboration.…

Kody Smurthwaite-james

Hi, I’m Kody Smurthwaite-James, an illustrator, graphic designer, and motion graphics professional with experience creating brand-aligned visuals across digital and print. I enjoy designing engaging user interfaces, responsive icon sets, and polished background artwork that supports clarity, usability, and a clean aesthetic. I’ve worked with internal teams and clients to deliver consistent visual assets on structured timelines, while keeping the creative direction firmly connected to business goals. From freelance illustration and cover artwork to contract UI and motion-graphic design, I focus on thoughtful storytelling through design, motion-ready assets, and reliable collaboration.…

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Hi, I’m Kody Smurthwaite-James, an illustrator, graphic designer, and motion graphics professional with experience creating brand-aligned visuals across digital and print. I enjoy designing engaging user interfaces, responsive icon sets, and polished background artwork that supports clarity, usability, and a clean aesthetic.

I’ve worked with internal teams and clients to deliver consistent visual assets on structured timelines, while keeping the creative direction firmly connected to business goals. From freelance illustration and cover artwork to contract UI and motion-graphic design, I focus on thoughtful storytelling through design, motion-ready assets, and reliable collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Team Member at Wagamamâ
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and calm performance under pressure.
Team Member at Wagamam a
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and calm performance under pressure.
Freelance Illustrator & Visual Support Artist at Turntable Media
January 1, 2017 - Present
Produced illustration assets and cover artwork across client projects. Adapted visuals to suit varying brand identities and audiences while ensuring consistency and clarity across deliverables.
Digital Designer & Motion Graphics (Contract) at Lockd In
January 1, 2017 - Present
Created responsive UI icons to improve user clarity and feedback. Designed branded background visuals supporting usability and a clean aesthetic. Collaborated with internal teams to align visuals with business goals. Delivered consistent assets on structured timelines.
Team Member at Wagamama
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2025
Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and calm performance under pressure.

Education

BTEC Level 2 Media at Bracknell & Wokingham College
January 11, 2030 - June 18, 2026
GCSEs at Garth Hill College
January 11, 2030 - June 18, 2026
Media (BTEC Level 2) at Bracknell & Wokingham College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
BTEC Level 2 Media at Bracknell & Wokingham College
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2026
GCSEs at Garth Hill College
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2026
BTEC Level 2 Media at Bracknell & Wokingham College
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2026
GCSEs (pass) at Garth Hill College
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2026
5 distinctions, 2 merits, 1 pass (context of BTEC/GCSE results) at Bracknell & Wokingham College / Garth Hill College
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2026
BTEC Level 2 Media at Bracknell & Wokingham College
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026
GCSEs at Garth Hill College
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026
BTEC Level 2 Media at Bracknell & Wokingham College
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2026
GCSEs (5 distinctions, 2 merits, 1 pass) at Garth Hill College
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education
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