James Byford

James Byford has a diverse background in the design industry. James began their career as an intern at FutureBrand, where they gained valuable experience in branding and design. James then worked at 121 Design Consultants as a Junior and Middleweight Graphic Designer, demonstrating their strong project management skills and ability to build relationships with clients. James later joined Lavish Creative as a Senior Graphic Designer, catering to global clients in the entertainment industry. At BBH London, they further honed their graphic design skills, contributing to the agency's success in winning major accounts. Currently, they are the Head of Design at AdvantageGo, leading a team of designers and overseeing design solutions for the company's products, IBM platform, and brand. Throughout their career, James has consistently delivered innovative and creative design work.

James Byford attended The Boswells School from 1998 to 2000, where they pursued A levels in Art, Computing, Design & Technology. Following this, they enrolled in Colchester Institute from 2001 to 2002, where they obtained a Foundation level National Diploma in Art & Design with a focus on Graphic Design. Later, James attended De Montfort University from 2002 to 2005, graduating with a 2:1 degree (BA Hons) in Graphic Design.