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I’ve worked with many writers through the course of my career, but there’s been only a handful that I could depend on for lively idea exchange and delivery of spot-on copy for our clients. I count James among this group — his writing delights and delivers. What’s more, James is a stand-up guy who keeps his word and genuinely cares about those around him.

James has been an integral part of many of my content strategies. Some writers can serve as order takers ready to churn out pablum specifically to a request. It takes someone as inquisitive as James to really collaborate and bring content to life that will serve the client.

I’ve found our clients to be adverse to using superlatives in their content. On two separate occasions, James devised a way that not only allowed us to provide what the consumer desired but also put the client at ease. I suspect many great ideas contributed by James have gone unnoticed due to his work without ego attitude.

James is a pleasure and an asset with which to work.

James is smart, perceptive, and naturally curious — essential ingredients for an effective writer. His team leaders complimented his ability to take direction well and also run with his own creative ideas. Best of all, he’s self-motivated: Whether it’s a subject he’s already mastered or something entirely new, he has a reputation of going above and beyond expectations.

James is a rockstar talent with so much more than just a penchant for prose. He also has an eye for design and editing, an ear for audio and voice-over, and a heart of gold. One of the most selfless, genuine people I’ve had the pleasure of working with — much less for.

Perceptive and resourceful, James is a true strategic thinker who consistently shows up with smart solutions. He’s naturally curious, witty, and never seems to leave home without his crafty sense of humor. If you haven’t worked with James, you should quit your job now and apply. You’ll thank me for this.

James Davis is many things you might expect from a Dallas-based writer: a quick, sharp strategist and turnaround artist who gives fair and honest assessments that help you find the holes in your project before they get out the door to clients or the public. He’s a very pleasant and willing partner even on projects that don’t necessarily meet his standards for creative expression. He’s a kindred spirit as a stickler for the preservation of upright language rules and regulations. And beyond the job, he’s a great guy just to talk to—an extremely well-read, extremely well-listened, go-to source for any crucial missing puzzle piece of arcana in the moment it’s needed.

James is a versatile writer who can dive right into a wide range of subject matter and categories. We needed him to come in and help us as we were transitioning a brand direction—a tricky time for even the most seasoned writer—but James jumped right in, hitting the right voice, tone and content. He’s thorough in his approach while still being able to deliver quick turnarounds and meet tough deadlines. He’s also a joy to work with, bringing an upbeat presence, a thoughtful point-of-view and of course, razor-sharp writing.

James is among the best creative talents that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He is just a joy to work with, never misses a deadline, extremely organized, detailed, thoughtful and passionate about his craft. He will take the time to immerse himself in the client’s business and leverages those insights to elevate his writing. He has the rare combination of passion-without-an-ego and uses this trait to help elevate the work and rally his colleagues. On a personal level, he is extremely witty, funny, kind, supportive and honest. You really couldn’t ask for a better colleague!

Any time James hits me up for a project, I know it’ll be a fun collaboration. He is a delight to work with and a breath of fresh air in the advertising industry. I appreciate James’s creative approach, straightforward feedback, and his no-fluff attitude. I look forward to more projects together!