James Courtney-Prior

James Courtney-Prior is Head of Creative at Urbis. For more than 16 years, he has helped government, councils and developers communicate complex ideas about cities, infrastructure and communities with clarity and creativity. James is a design-led leader who stays hands-on in the work. He shapes concepts, directs design and tailors every solution to the project's context, audience and approval requirements. His expertise covers strategic and vision documents, wayfinding and signage, interpretation design, visual identity, video, digital products and community engagement materials, across print, digital and physical environments. Working within Urbis gives James a distinct advantage. He partners with Urbis specialists in planning, urban design, landscape and heritage to coordinate their input into a single, integrated creative solution. Clients deal with one provider and receive outcomes shaped by the expertise behind their project. James navigates approval pathways and delivers on time and on budget. James is at his best when disciplines blur, and strategy, design and collaboration combine to help people understand and connect with the cities and communities around them.