Born and raised in Texas, Malia James moved to London on a whim, joining a band the day she arrived. Soon, she was playing sold-out shows as a bassist for bands like the Dum Dum Girls and Marnie Stern.
Although music was her passion, Malia’s true calling was directing. She quickly made a name for herself, working with artists like Halsey, Troye Sivan, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Green Day. Her background in music allows her to connect deeply with artists and direct with a hands-on approach.
Malia’s raw and vibrant style also shines through her commercial work, where she has collaborated with brands like Wrangler, Bose, and Adidas. Her projects have earned Clio and Webby awards, Vimeo Staff Picks, and nominations for MTV Music Video Awards, Brit Awards, and UKMAs.