James Sutton

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Hi, I’m James Sutton, a Senior Freelance 3D Designer with 15+ years of experience in experiential, retail and event design.

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Hi, I’m James Sutton, a Senior Freelance 3D Designer with 15+ years of experience in experiential, retail and event design. I specialise in AutoCAD technical drafting and high-end 3D visualisation (SketchUp + V‑Ray), with a strong emphasis on creative concept development and designing immersive experiences.

I translate complex briefs into fabrication-ready visuals and technical packs, delivering production-ready files under tight deadlines and coordinating with production teams to ensure on-site quality and seamless delivery.

  • 15 years' experience
  • Joined May 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Professional Services
  • Travel & Hospitality

Work experience· 8 roles

Freelance 3D Designer (retail installations) · ONLIIApr 2026 – Present · 8 mos

Designed retail install layouts and high-end visuals under tight deadlines. Created 3D stands, shoe risers, feature POS elements and graphics for The North Face, Adidas and Puma. Coordinated with production teams to ensure design intent and on-site quality.

Freelance 3D Designer (events & exhibitions) · TBA PLCMar 2026 – Present · 9 mos

CAD layouts, furniture schemes, joinery coordination and production drawings for overseas event builds. 3D models and renders for client approvals and installation.

Freelance 3D Designer (events & exhibitions) · IDENTITYFeb 2026 – Feb 2026 · 1 mo

Delivered detailed layout planning, 3D modelling and photoreal renders for complex event build.

Freelance 3D Designer & Technician · People & CoJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos
Interior Designer / Project Manager · Threaded CreativesJan 2023 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo
Senior 3D Designer / Project Manager · The Creation GroupJan 2022 – Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Senior Designer / Team Leader · AcrylicizeJan 2016 – Jan 2019 · 3 yrs 1 mo
Spatial Designer & Project Manager · Parkour GenerationsJan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 11 mos

Education

BA (Hons) Three Dimensional Design · Bournemouth Arts Institute2030 – 2026
HND Three Dimensional Design · Reading College School of Art & Design2030 – 2026

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