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Hi, I’m James Clark. I’m a multidisciplinary designer and hospitality-focused entrepreneur based in Walsall, UK. I lead The Table Walsall CIC as Founder/CEO and Head Barista, blending community impact with creative leadership and hands-on craft in coffee、brand development、and design. With a background in graphic design and digital production, I’ve built brands, secured funding, and delivered print and digital campaigns across multiple industries. I’m passionate about people, collaboration, and using design to create welcoming spaces and meaningful experiences.…Hi, I’m James Clark. I’m a multidisciplinary designer and hospitality-focused entrepreneur based in Walsall, UK. I lead The Table Walsall CIC as Founder/CEO and Head Barista, blending community impact with creative leadership and hands-on craft in coffee、brand development、and design. With a background in graphic design and digital production, I’ve built brands, secured funding, and delivered print and digital campaigns across multiple industries. I’m passionate about people, collaboration, and using design to create welcoming spaces and meaningful experiences.

James Clark

Creative Director, Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m James Clark. I’m a multidisciplinary designer and hospitality-focused entrepreneur based in Walsall, UK. I lead The Table Walsall CIC as Founder/CEO and Head Barista, blending community impact with creative leadership and hands-on craft in coffee、brand development、and design. With a background in graphic design and digital production, I’ve built brands, secured funding, and delivered print and digital campaigns across multiple industries. I’m passionate about people, collaboration, and using design to create welcoming spaces and meaningful experiences.…Hi, I’m James Clark. I’m a multidisciplinary designer and hospitality-focused entrepreneur based in Walsall, UK. I lead The Table Walsall CIC as Founder/CEO and Head Barista, blending community impact with creative leadership and hands-on craft in coffee、brand development、and design. With a background in graphic design and digital production, I’ve built brands, secured funding, and delivered print and digital campaigns across multiple industries. I’m passionate about people, collaboration, and using design to create welcoming spaces and meaningful experiences.

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Hi, I’m James Clark. I’m a multidisciplinary designer and hospitality-focused entrepreneur based in Walsall, UK. I lead The Table Walsall CIC as Founder/CEO and Head Barista, blending community impact with creative leadership and hands-on craft in coffee、brand development、and design.

With a background in graphic design and digital production, I’ve built brands, secured funding, and delivered print and digital campaigns across multiple industries. I’m passionate about people, collaboration, and using design to create welcoming spaces and meaningful experiences.

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Work Experience

Founder & CEO at The Table Walsall CIC

February 1, 2021 - Present

Founded The Table as a community-focused CIC coffee shop; managed the café for the first three years; transitioned to a CEO/MD role focusing on funding, partnerships, and sustainability; led fundraising to secure grants.

Creative Director at The Table Walsall CIC

February 1, 2021 - Present

Founded and steered the organization’s creative direction; managed branding, marketing, and content; led on visual identity and community engagement; secured vital grants to support growth.

Graphic Designer at Kubix Media

February 28, 2021 - September 19, 2025

Designed Shopify websites and digital marketing materials; collaborated in discovery sessions; led replatforming to Shopify and improved site performance.

Graphic Designer at BTC Activewear

November 30, 2018 - September 19, 2025

Responsible for all print communications; brand guardian for five brands; art-directed photoshoots; designed brand collateral, banners, packaging and signage; contributed to exhibition stands and wayfinding.

Creative Designer at Vital Marketing Ltd

August 31, 2015 - September 19, 2025

Designed marketing and e-marketing materials; ensured consistency across client brands; created original artwork and online graphics; produced pitches and presentations; supported site re-skins and web graphics.

Graphic Design Intern at Fluid Design

March 31, 2015 - September 19, 2025

Designed original merchandise for Retro Sega brands (graphics, illustration, typography); contributed to T-shirt design for Sega/Creative Assembly’s Total War.

Runner at Cogent Film

September 30, 2014 - September 19, 2025

Supported Nokia Lumia shoot at Parkside Media House; assisted production tasks.

Design Intern at Cogent Elliot

September 30, 2014 - September 19, 2025

Web design; social media game concepts; branding.

Volunteer Youth Worker at Kidz Klub Coalpool

December 31, 2012 - September 19, 2025

Worked with children on Saturday mornings; led games; supported anger management, built relationships, de-escalated fights, and provided guidance.

Waiter/Bar Staff at Middlesbrough Football Club

July 31, 2010 - September 19, 2025

Gained experience in high-end hospitality; silver service; developed attention to detail, teamwork, and guest service; supported bar operations and fast-paced match-days.