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Head Of Events & Artist ManagementLondon, United Kingdom
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Head Of Events & Artist ManagementLondon, United Kingdom
About me
An ambitious and creative Events and Artist Manager with an outstanding record in maximising the potential of high-value business partnerships. Has a robust understanding of the needs of customers, VIPs, Board-Level management and high net worth individuals. Produces events from negotiating favourable terms, to delivering the event on the day while maintaining careful control of costs to ensure maximum ROI. Defines and leads marketing initiatives and strategies by focusing on building long-lasting relationships that are based on trust and geared for longevity.
Projects credited in
  • GAIKA X Boiler Room Present SYSTEM: Future Sounds
    GAIKA X Boiler Room Present SYSTEM: Future SoundsIn August 2018, Boiler Room commissioned an installation, in collaboration with the performance artist GAIKA, exploring the history of sound system culture in the UK.
  • SYSTEM by Gaika at Somerset House
    SYSTEM by Gaika at Somerset HouseWork included 3D Visualisation using SketchUp Pro and V-Ray Render Engine for the installation SYSTEM by Gaika at Somerset House. Keeping inventory of build materials and requirements. Collecting archival material for installation.
  • GLORIA - OUT
    GLORIA - OUTMusic promo for GLORIA
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Work history
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    Head Of Events & Artist ManagementEndless Loveshow
    London, United KingdomFull Time
    ELS is a creative agency that tells stories and stimulates interest across music, lifestyle and culture sectors with clients including Dazed & Confused, i-D, Warp Records, Converse, Red Bull, Samsung, Mixcloud, Business of Fashion, Boiler Room, Warner Music among others. Shaping event strategies and cultural events programming through the delivery of 50+ music events ranging from 250 to 13,000 capacity, I manage event budgets of up to £150K ensuring maximum ROI for every pound spent. Here, I strengthen brand propositions and USPs through creation of compelling multi-platform content that maximises ‘right place/right time’ market engagement. Working with multiple clients, I lead shifts in existing marketing activities toward integrated, experience driven, creative ‘social first’ event marketing campaigns to deliver client customer acquisition across target markets as well as support customer retention across existing markets through enhanced brand engagement. Streamlining existing creative processes, systems and procedures, I facilitate creativity and efficiency while working with my trusted ‘black book’ of music artists, filmmakers and event producers to maximise impact as well as building new relationships with creative partners and agencies.
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    Operations DirectorFear X Loathing
     - Sheffield, United KingdomFull Time
    Fear X Loathing is a multifunctional space in the heart of Sheffield city centre, encompassing arts, performance, food & drink. Following renovation, it was voted ‘No.1 Restaurant in Sheffield (Trip Advisor Dec 2016 – Jan 2017). Here, I designed strategy to revamp this site to deliver a premier casual dining restaurant, arts and events space. I delivered end-to-end project management of the renovation from creating project blueprint to onboarding contractors and external consultants to project close out while guaranteeing Health & Safety and full compliance with HSE guidelines as well as licensing law and UK regulations. Ensuring all contractor activity aligned with design brief and project roadmap, I reviewed project performance, ensuring delivery of milestones and addressing any underperformance. Working with venue senior management, I brainstormed strategies to develop new revenue generation initiatives. I also I established robust financial controls, including POS systems, supplier purchase agreements and credit terms and led a multidisciplinary team ensuring delivery of professional development team-wide to ensure healthy leadership pipeline.
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Skills
  • Project Management
  • Artist Management
  • Creative Direction
  • Events Production
  • Event Management
  • Budget Negotiation
  • Multi-platform Content
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Label Management
  • Music Videos
Education
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    Post Graduate DiplomaSheffield Hallam University
     - Sheffield, United Kingdom
    PostGraduate Diploma: Film And Media Production
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    Bachelor of Arts HonsUniversity of Sheffield
     - Sheffield, United Kingdom
    BA (Hons.) Criminology And Social Policy
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Awards
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    Best Music VideoLondon Independent Film Festival
    WINNER
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    Best Urban Video - BudgetUK Music Video Awards
    WINNER