About

SlimJim is the creative moniker of British/American director and filmmaker James Worsley. With a background in graphic design and motion graphics, James brings a distinctive visual approach to directing, one rooted in fine art, shaped by editing, and sharpened through years of hands-on experience across disciplines.

His journey into filmmaking began in the early 2000s, sparked by a fascination with After Effects and a curiosity to make design move. That spark evolved into a passion for storytelling, blending photography, video, animation, and sound into emotionally resonant, visually striking work.

James creates polished films with a raw, unfiltered edge, often drawing from documentary style honesty while maintaining cinematic impact. His work reflects a deep understanding of story and structure, pacing and rhythm, tone and emotion, delivering work that feels both refined and real.

Over the years, James has directed and edited films for global brands and top agencies, earning recognition from Vimeo Staff Picks, Kinsale Sharks, 1.4, The Lovie Awards, and more.

Skills

Directing, editing, 2d animation, photography, analog cameras, design, stop motion/mixed media/collage.

Software

After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator.

Awards

3 x Vimeo Staff Pick

Cannes Lions 2024 - Shortlist - Case study film for Best Use of Events campaign - ‘The Paper Towel Plea’

Creative Circle Awards 2024 - Gold and Silver - Case study film for Best Interactive OOH and writing - ‘Takis Drop Codes’

Creative Circle Awards 2023 - Silver - Supporting film for Best Art Direction - ‘Hospitality Rising’

Craghoppers Film Prize 2021 - Best Social Impact - ‘Castells’

1.4 Awards 2020 - The Long List - ‘Pandemic’

Creative Pool 2020 - Gold - ‘Castells’