Ben Datmo

Ben Datmo began their career in 2005 as a Graphic Designer Intern at Situation Marketing Agency. In 2009, they worked as a Freelance Graphic Designer for Loco People and Firedog Design, working on identity work, brochure designs, exhibition concepts, and pitching. In 2010, they joined Clinic Ltd London as a Designer, developing, pitching, and presenting ideas for brands. In 2012, they became a Senior Designer at Whitestone, running and delivering strategic creative branding, communications, marketing work, and digital activation for top-flight businesses in the sports sector. Ben also worked as a Freelance Digital Designer and Art Director for The Telegraph and Eye-D Creative. From 2012 to 2013, they were a Digital Designer & Art Director at Anya Hindmarch. From 2013 to 2014, they were a Digital Designer & Art Director at VML, pitching, creating concepts and designs for websites, apps, newsletters, and social media for various clients. Finally, they were a Creative Director and Creative Lead at Animal from 2014 to present, with a personal highlight being the launch of the Adidas Go running app.

Ben Datmo studied Graphic Design, Typography, Art at the University of Cumbria from 2006 to 2009, where they obtained a Ba (Hons) Graphic Design. Ben also studied Graphic Design, Typography, Illustration at Västerhöjdsgymnasiet Skövde (college) from 2003 to 2006.