James Blake is one of the most talked-about new faces in British media, blending charisma, empathy, and a sharp eye for storytelling.

James grew up in Belfast, Northern Ireland and has went onto present powerful BBC documentaries and amass a huge social media following. James’s story is a journey filled with grit, heart, and resilience.

Raised in a working-class family, James had a unique upbringing. His close relationship with his older sibling, who has severe learning disabilities, taught him early on about compassion and perspective. Those early experiences, combined with the loss of his father in his early twenties has given James a down-to-earth outlook and a strong sense of purpose, shaping his drive to make a real impact in people’s lives.

At just 17, James was already on a mission, leaving school to launch his first online venture. He dove headfirst into the world of digital, teaching himself coding and mastering digital marketing long before it became his business. 

After working lots of different jobs to gain experience in 2016, with just £500, he founded VINDICTA®, a boutique digital marketing agency that would go on to generate over £150 million in revenue for clients all over the world.  VINDICTA® grew into a powerhouse working with clients such as Ferrari, NHS, Inokim and more and continues to grow to this day.

On social media, hundreds of thousands tune in every month to see James’s latest posts, whether he’s sharing behind-the-scenes moments, exploring new projects, or just having a laugh with his followers.

James’s journey into television took a major leap forward with Hunting the Catfish Crime Gang on BBC Three, a gripping documentary that delved into the disturbing worlds of human trafficking and online fraud. Audiences were captivated—not just by the powerful story but by James’s unique approach.  He brought sensitivity to tough topics, along with touches of humour that made him relatable and real.

With his next BBC Three documentary, Hunting The CyberSex Crime Gang in production and set to air in Spring 2025, and a recent win at the Royal Television Society awards for Breakthrough Talent, James is only beginning to leave his mark on British television.

James’s entrepreneurial drive hasn’t slowed down, either. His newest venture, VirtuSign®, is an AI-powered tool for seamless document and contract management, fueled by his studies in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School.

Set to launch in Winter 2024, VirtuSign® is James’s latest step in redefining digital spaces and keeping his business side as cutting-edge as his media career.