I’m a multidisciplinary designer with more than 12 years of professional creative experience across graphic design, digital design, motion graphics, animation and illustration, alongside growing commercial experience in 3D modelling, CAD and physical design. I’ve worked with a wide range of clients and brands, taking projects from initial brief through to finished creative across digital campaigns, social content, motion, print, web and 3D. My main tools include Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma and Blender. I enjoy projects that combine strong visual design with problem-solving, and I’m particularly interested in motion, 3D and multidisciplinary work where I can bring together both creative and technical skills.

James Waters

I’m a multidisciplinary designer with more than 12 years of professional creative experience across graphic design, digital design, motion graphics, animation and illustration, alongside growing commercial experience in 3D modelling, CAD and physical design. I’ve worked with a wide range of clients and brands, taking projects from initial brief through to finished creative across digital campaigns, social content, motion, print, web and 3D. My main tools include Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma and Blender. I enjoy projects that combine strong visual design with problem-solving, and I’m particularly interested in motion, 3D and multidisciplinary work where I can bring together both creative and technical skills.

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I’m a multidisciplinary designer with more than 12 years of professional creative experience across graphic design, digital design, motion graphics, animation and illustration, alongside growing commercial experience in 3D modelling, CAD and physical design.

I’ve worked with a wide range of clients and brands, taking projects from initial brief through to finished creative across digital campaigns, social content, motion, print, web and 3D. My main tools include Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma and Blender.

I enjoy projects that combine strong visual design with problem-solving, and I’m particularly interested in motion, 3D and multidisciplinary work where I can bring together both creative and technical skills.

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Work Experience

3D Designer at Envision 3D
November 1, 2025 - Present
Founded and run a bespoke 3D design and additive-manufacturing business producing custom parts, prototypes, replacement components, models, and display pieces for individuals and commercial customers. Manage projects from enquiry handling and technical assessment through CAD/design, material selection, FDM manufacture, finishing, and delivery. Translate customer requirements, photographs, and reference geometry into practical, manufacturable solutions using design-for-manufacture principles (tolerances, assembly, print orientation, and real-world use). Build and maintain documentation and an integrated workflow supported by tools including Shopify, Notion, Google Drive, and n8n.
Digital Creative at Dotdigital
January 1, 2020 - August 31, 2026
Designed branded digital creative including email templates, landing pages, banners, and campaign assets using Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Interpreted client briefs and brand systems to deliver visually consistent work with strong hierarchy, clarity, and usability. Built reusable and interactive Figma templates to improve efficiency and consistency across products, and reviewed others’ work for quality and adherence to established standards. Communicated with clients via phone and email to clarify requirements, respond to feedback, and manage delivery across multiple simultaneous projects and brand styles.
Designer at MyOffers
January 1, 2017 - January 31, 2020
Designed campaign creative across email, landing pages, web banners, social media, and other digital channels. Produced branded visual content across digital and print while maintaining a consistent corporate identity. Created infographics, social graphics, animated content, and video assets using Photoshop and After Effects. Designed a large-scale exhibition stand for Synergy Outsourcing, and developed campaign infographics and supporting marketing collateral to communicate complex information clearly and visually.
Designer & IT Officer at NCL Tours
March 1, 2014 - October 31, 2016
Produced video advertisements, motion graphics, and promotional creative for online travel campaigns. Collaborated with third-party developers during website development to ensure the visual presentation aligned with wider business requirements. Designed travel brochures and marketing collateral in InDesign while maintaining consistency across customer-facing materials.

Education

PGDip Indie Game Development at Falmouth University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
BA (Hons) Animation at Ravensbourne University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

3D Printing Introduction & Intermediate Courses
January 1, 2026 - September 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services, Retail