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James Gillen, Designer in Bristol, United Kingdom
James Gillen

Designer in Bristol, United Kingdom

Member since March 5, 2020
James has been in the industry since 2012, working with clients from around the globe creating bespoke websites, brands, and apps. Experienced with both large international clients and startups alike, he takes the time to truly get to know his clients, allowing him to create brands and websites that tell their story in an authentic, compelling way. This gives businesses a unique experience and provides them with an edge over the competition.
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Employment

  • Senior UI/UX Designer

    2016 - PRESENT
    Freelance
    • Worked with startups, as well as established brands such as The Wave and LK Bennett.
    • Created app designs for various companies, including Col8, a new way to view action sports footage.
    • Developed wireframes and user flows and worked with other designers and developers.
    • Designed unique concepts for both brands and websites.
    • Took concepts through to completion, creating multiple templates.
    • Designed brands, brand guides, and explanations of brand use.
    • Built the front-end of websites in HTML5 and CSS, SASS.
    • Worked with clients worldwide, including the United States and Europe.
    • Became a Merit-awarded member of The International Society of Typographic Designers. Received a four-time CSS design award, special kudos WMA for outstanding achievement. Was also a four-time Awwwards honorable mention.
    • Featured on For Print Only. Became a CSS winner site of the day.
    Technologies: Adobe Experience Design (XD), JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Adobe Suite, Logo Design, Brand Design, Branding, UI Design, UX Design, Creative Direction, Prototyping, Responsive Web Design (RWD), User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Adobe CC, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Web Design, Front-end, Illustration, Pattern Design, UI Patterns, UI Style Guides, Fashion, Shopping, Online Shopping, Mobile UX, Tablet UX, Tablet UI, Mobile, Mobile UI, Dashboard Design, Responsive, Icon Design, Adobe, Cryptocurrency, Packaging, User-centered Design (UCD), Interaction Design (IxD), HTML5, Asset Preparation, Sports, Sports & Recreation, Time Tracking, Location Tracking, Print Design, Agency Websites, Development, 3D, Layout Design, Design Direction, Online Banking, Cryptocurrency Payments, Cryptocurrency Exchanges, Commercial Real Estate, Affordable Housing, Typography, Surfer, Attractions, Europe, Responsive Design, Banking & Finance, Finance, Hospitality, Real Estate, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Social Media Design, Web UI, Web UX, Visual Design, Figma, Nonprofits, Charity, Software Design Patterns, Mobile App Design, Web App Design, Product Design, Design Thinking, eCommerce, Business Card Design, System UI, Conversion

  • Freelance UI/UX Designer

    2018 - 2019
    Fffunction
    • Designed the direction for multiple clients, including The Wave.
    • Spearheaded the concept design in the early stages of the project.
    • Worked with the UX designers to create wireframes.
    • Demonstrated and presented working prototypes of concepts and ideas to clients.
    • Developed the front end using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
    Technologies: JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Experience Design (XD), Brand Design, UI Design, UX Design, Creative Direction, Prototyping, Responsive Web Design (RWD), User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Adobe CC, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Web Design, Illustration, Pattern Design, UI Patterns, UI Style Guides, Mobile UX, Tablet UX, Tablet UI, Mobile, Mobile UI, Responsive, Icon Design, Adobe, Adobe Suite, Packaging, User-centered Design (UCD), Interaction Design (IxD), HTML5, Asset Preparation, Sports, Sports & Recreation, Time Tracking, Location Tracking, Print Design, Development, Layout Design, Design Direction, Typography, Surfer, Europe, Responsive Design, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Social Media Design, Web UI, Web UX, Visual Design, Figma, Software Design Patterns, Design Thinking, Business Card Design, System UI, Conversion
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Education

  • First Class Bachelor's Degree (Honors) in Graphic Design
    2011 - 2014
    University of the West of England - Bristol, England
  • Foundation Degree of Arts (FdA) in Digital Design and Interactive Media
    2008 - 2010
    Bath Spa University - Bath, England

Certifications

  • Member of the International Society of Typographic Designers (ISTD)
    JUNE 2014 - PRESENT
    International Society of Typographic Designers (ISTD)

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Bristol, United Kingdom

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