Jim Buell
About Jim Buell
Jim Buell is a Communications Design Lead at IDEO, where he utilizes his expertise in graphic design, 3D rendering, and photography to create effective communication strategies. With a diverse background in design and journalism, he has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including IDEO, ROLI, and ECC in Japan.
Current Role as Communications Design Lead
Jim Buell currently serves as the Communications Design Lead at IDEO, a position he has held since 2020. He works within the 23 wards of Tokyo, Japan. In this role, he employs his expertise in conceptual design, graphic design, and 3D rendering to produce a wide variety of communications designs. His focus is on presenting ideas effectively and synthesizing feedback to create concrete deliverables.
Previous Experience at IDEO
Buell has a history with IDEO, having worked there in various capacities. He served as a Communications Designer for 11 months from 2018 to 2019 and then as a Senior Communications Designer for another 11 months from 2019 to 2020. During these roles, he contributed to innovative communication strategies and design outcomes that enhanced product visibility and brand messaging.
Design Experience at ROLI
Before his current role at IDEO, Jim Buell worked at ROLI in London, United Kingdom. He held the position of Senior Multimedia Designer from 2017 to 2018 and previously served as a Multimedia Designer from 2015 to 2017. His work at ROLI involved creating multimedia content that supported the company's innovative music technology products.
Educational Background in Journalism and Design
Jim Buell earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a focus on Photojournalism from the University of Missouri, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He later pursued a Master of Arts in Graphic Design at the London College of Communication, completing his studies in 2015. His educational background equips him with a diverse skill set that includes graphic design, photography, and journalism.
Skills and Expertise in Communications Design
Buell possesses a diverse skill set that encompasses graphic design, print, 3D rendering, photography, and journalism. He is known for finding innovative ways to communicate new products, brands, and concepts. His experience includes leading the creation of ad campaigns, product imagery, and packaging, which makes complex products accessible to various audiences.