I love creating work that makes an impact, challenges conventional thinking and connects with people in unexpected ways. I always push to deliver beyond expectations with bold ideas rooted in human truths and sound strategies. Simplicity and quality are the cornerstones of how I approach my work and I like surrounding myself with people who do the same.
I’m always happy to talk shop so feel free to reach out.
collins.james@gmail.com
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Experience
Creative Director / Art Director
Freelance | Remote / Chicago – 5.2020 - Present
Select Clients: AbbVie, Affirm, Abbott, Salesforce, CME Group, Maker’s Mark
Associate Creative Director
Digitas | Chicago – 4.2014 - 5.2020
Select Clients: Maytag, Whirlpool, JennAir, Miller Lite, RX Bar
Senior Art Director
Arc Worldwide | Chicago – 2.2008 – 4.2014
Select Clients: Whirlpool, Maytag, BlackBerry, Coca-Cola, Miller High Life
SkillS
Creative: Creative Direction, Art Direction, Brand Strategy, Brand Identity, Brand Guidelines, Brand Experiences, Concept Development, Campaign Strategy, Content Strategy, Copy Direction, Storytelling
Leadership: Creative Leadership, Team Leadership & Mentoring, Client Presentations, New Business Pitching, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Partnerships
Production & Channels: Integrated Campaigns, 360 Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Social Media, Video and Photography Direction, Print, Experiential, Live Events
Tools: Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, Keynote, Midjourney
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign – 2004
| Member of Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. |
| Studied abroad at University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia. |