Rare photograph of James Trott, captured by unnamed Giraffe.
I’m James Trott, a Creative Lead based on the south coast.
Over the last 7 years I’ve to worked on briefs from brands like Adobe, Johnson & Johnson, SLB, Porsche, Ocado, and Volkswagen all of whom have seen tangible benefits from telling their story, connecting with their people and creating meaningful moments that engage their audience.
In my role as a creative lead I have experience in every part of project delivery, from receiving a brief and pitching to concepting and visualising event experiences and creating final motion, print and digital assets for brand engagements.
I live in West Sussex with my wife, dog and fairly overweight cat. When I’m not busy working on creative projects I'm usually wondering if enough time has gone by for me to go back to my favourite pizza spot.
Experience
Creative Lead
MCI UK
January 2025 - Present
- Supporting the growth of the MCI UK Creative Team and its members.
- Developing MCI UK creative strategy and response to pitching and client delivery.
Creative Designer
MCI UK
August 2022 - January 2025
- Developed creative responses for briefs and pitching to prospective clients.
- Leading and collaborating on digital and physical engagement opportunities for clients.
Digital Designer/Developer
MCI UK
June 2018 - Aug 2022
- A dual position as a digital designer and front end developer on hybrid events and creative engagements during the COVID pandemic.
Designer
James Trott Design Co.
Sept 2019 - Present
- Helping local businesses to grow and connect with their audience through brand, communication and identity design.
Education
Industrial Design & Technology (BA Hons)
Loughborough University
Sept 2013 - June 2016
Awards & Recognitions
Best Conference - Shortlisted
SLB Investors Conference
Micebook 2024,
C&IT Awards 2024
An event that increased the awareness of the new SLB brand and positioning. The event went so well there was a noticeable increase in SLB’s stock prices post event.
Digital: Best Website - Winner
ESCRS Website
Memcom 2023
Streamlining the 11 separate ESCRS websites and online touchpoints into 1 cohesive digital experience that promoted the ESCRS community leading to a significant membership increase and visitor retention.
Best Drawing of a Crocodile - Winner
The Kings Arms, Arundel
Snowdrop Trust Charity Pub Quiz
My competition was largely inebriated but I was able to donate money to charity and win a small stuffed crocodile.