About me
Highly motivated and passionate about the cultural sector and invested in all projects with creativity at their core. Interested in leadership across the arts sector and in October 2015 completed a one weeklong residency with the Clore Leadership Foundation.
Experienced cultural Events Programmer / Producer with five years events industry and exhibitions proficiency. A manager with the ability to empower and encourage others, leading from the front and centre of the team – democratic, collaborative management style.
Currently defining a programme of over 60 events per month, giving shape to events from across the creative industries and enterprise sectors. Establishing long-term partnership with major brands as well shining light on new producers.
Proud to say I am a member of:
Clore Emerging Leader – Clore Leadership programme
AMA – Arts Marketing Association
FRSA – Fellowship royal society of the arts
Creative Industries federation
Business in the community – Young people on arts boards
Pitch it! – Mentor
Founder – of a community guided towards thought leadership in the experience sector @TheExpRev
Projects credited in
- The 2022 Mentoring ProgrammeThe award-winning mentoring scheme for the creative industries is BACK. This year we have TWO programmes you can apply to our traditional 1-1 scheme and a group mentoring scheme. We recommend you apply to both, as they can be taken together! New this year: Participants that fulfill the requirements will be eligible to earn a digital badge which will recognise the experience, skills and competencies gained during the mentorship. Badges recognising accomplishments outside of formal educat2
- International Women’s Day 2022, meet 100 rising stars inspiring changeWe still have a way to go when it comes to improving gender diversity and equality in the creative, tech and digital industries – which is why it is so important for us, as a platform, to use our force for good. We’re thrilled to be releasing our annual list celebrating and shining a spotlight on 100+ rising stars – as nominated by The Dots community – who are transforming the industry of today and inspiring the generation of tomorrow. The list beams with brilliant, talented people and their d116
- The Festival of YOUwww.globaltechfest.com12
- THE 2021 I LIKE NETWORKING MENTORING SCHEMEI LIKE NETWORKING is a platform that aims to support women and non-binary professionals looking for a career in the creative and cultural industry and those who already work in the field but feel stuck. The mentoring programme is international, which reflects the global creative sector. Mentees will be paired with a mentor for 4 meetings, over a 3-month period. In collaboration with their mentor, mentees will define their goals, finesse their skill set, and refine their CV. Additionally, ment
- HOW TO BUILD A CAREER IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES - FREE GUIDEA FREE careers guide jam-packed with resources, advice, and inspiration to help YOU build your creative career, created with The Gallyry and designed by Malini Rao ✨The first part of this guide will provide you with links to sites and resources for job hunting, training, and networking. ✨The second part of this guide will get you inspired through invaluable advice straight from those who are working in amazing jobs across six different creative career paths Featuring: Zoé Whitley, Director12
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Work history
Events Prgoramme Manager & Cultural Producer
Launch manager for new business concept from Soho House. Soho Works is a creative hub and co working desk space to be launched worldwide. Part of the development team of the first site in Shoreditch, taking responsibility for project management on a large scale.
Created the concept and strategy for pre launch and launch events programme. Researched insights not only to create a detailed report on the events vision for Shoreditch but for all future sites. Planned blueprint for all other departments to work to.
Managed the overall programming and scheduling working closely with brands such Random House, Conde Naste and Thames and Hudson as well as more local producers, artists and makers. Co-ordinated the technical planning behind the events as well as managing all marketing materials to deadline.
- Forecasting, Insights and Research
- Strategic Brainstorming using creative thinking methodologies
- Operational management and staffing
- Developing strategic frameworks and mark able goals
- Writing reports and operational documents
- Events programming and management
Cultural Producer Exhibitions & Live Visual Arts Events
EXHIBITIONS AND CREATIVE PRODUCER
"Vivacious, visceral, spectacularly indignant" The Guardian
“Others should follow their ambitious, creative lead" Time Out
On their formation Gaggle were immediately included in NME’s Top 50 Most Innovative Acts. They have developed into one of the most exciting performance companies in the UK, gaining critical acclaim across their diverse body of work of opera, music, video, apps and immersive theatre. Commissions include Southbank Centre, Royal Albert Hall, ICA, Women’s Library, Fig 2, Almeida Theatre, Bicester Village, Top Man, Channel 4 and BBC Radio 4.
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Skills
- Theatre
- Art Direction
- Environment
- Office
- Powerpoint
- Manage a Team
- Communication Presentation
- Relationship Building Ability
- Leadership Experience
- Experience Design Methodologies
- Curation and Programming
Education
MBA Creative Industries Management
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Business thinking through the lens of the cultural and creative Industries, part time
Events for the Cultural and Creative Industries
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Events Management for the creative Industries Short course
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