Hey, I'm James!

I'm a UX/UI Designer based out of Auckland, New Zealand. I was born here and have lived here my whole life.

I love to create designs that makes peoples lives easier and more accessible. I thrive in a team that challenges my way of thinking, and I always strive to learn something from everyone I work with.

I recently completed my Bachelor's Degree in Interaction Design at the Auckland University of Technology. I am now working on beginning my career in UX/UI Design.

About my work..

I've worked with the Adobe Suite for as long as I can remember, having used Photoshop since I was twelve years old. I've also picked up Figma in the last few years, which has changed the way I design completely.

So far, I've worked with a few clients and worked on my own projects. During 2023, I plan to do a few small projects for clients before graduating at the end of the year.

My design practice so far has included print, book, animation, video, branding, websites, apps and more. I love to work with a diverse range of mediums because I find it gives me new perspective whenever I move onto the next project.

Working in an environment that challenges my thought process and makes me adapt from mistakes is my favourite way to design. I find this to be the most efficient way of working, and the fastest way to learn.

What experience do I have?

Education

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
2021 - 2023
Bachelors of Interaction Design
Winner of Head of School Award
Winner of The Purple Pen (Exegesis Award)

Pakuranga College
2016 - 2020
Secondary School Education

Work Experience

Centurion Print
2020 - 2023
Bindery / Stores / General Hand

Student Ambassador
2023 - Present
AUT

Contracted Design Work
2022 - 2023
AdviceWise People

Freelance Designer
2019 - Present

Contact Energy Hackathon
2023

My Skills

Adobe Suite
I've worked with Adobe's software for a long time and bring an advanced level of knowledge and skill with InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere and Lightroom.

Figma
I began to use Figma at the end of 2021 before entering my first year of studying UX/UI design. I have spent a lot of time learning the program and I know how to use it at an advanced level.

Microsoft Word & Excel
I've used Microsoft Word & Excel since secondary school and have an intermediate knowledge of both programs.

Coding Knowledge (HTML/CSS)
Since I began UX/UI design, I have also learnt the basics of HTML & CSS and have a basic knowledge of how both coding languages work.

My Work

Check out some of my work
I talked about above!

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My Resume

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