Hiya!
I’m Lauren, a creative producer based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire.
I have been working in the arts since 2015 and my experience to date spans theatre, short film, exhibition, live events, community arts and digital experiences.
I am keenly interested in projects that promote cross-collaboration between artforms and I am passionate about telling bold stories, developing emerging talent and widening opportunities in our industry.
I am also branching out into writing and directing and I’m currently developing a few new projects as a creator/lead artist.
I am always looking out for new projects and new artists to collaborate with - so please do get in touch!
Projects
- Our Biennale Finale Exhibitionhttps://finale.ourbiennale.org/ Leading on the production management, curation and delivery of a mixed-media arts exhibition across 6 shop units in Huddersfield Piazza. The exhibition featured work from local children that had been created during ‘Our Biennale’ a 2-year programme of events and workshops with schools and youth groups across Kirklees. The Finale exhibition brought together all of the work created into a physical 2-day exhibition and an online digital platform. The event featu
- Children of the Night (In Development)https://childrenofthenight.co.uk/ https://www.rightupourstreet.org.uk/children-of-the-night-art-bomb A roaring celebration of Donny’s iconic nineties club scene. “IT’S FRIDAY, 5PM, THE AIR IS THICK WITH CIGGY SMOKE- FILLED ANTICIPATION, THE STREETS’R TIPSY WITH POSSIBILITY, EXPECTATION... EVERYBODY’S DREAMING, BEAMING, GETTING STEAMING FOR THE NIGHT AHEAD…”
- The Local: A Skatepark ProjectIn July 2020 I project managed the 2-week R&D process of Simon Carroll-Jones’ The Local: A Skatepark Project. Role included: Managing budget; ensuring process was COVID-safe at all times; liaising with funders and supporting venues, being another creative voice in the room, strategising further life of the project and next phase development including identifying partners, funding opportunities, and other venues.
- No Ordinary Time (Online Exhibition)https://bhm.thelbt.org/ 2020: the start of a new decade, for many a chance to refresh, reset and renew. Instead we find ourselves battling two deadly global pandemics – COVID-19; and systemic racism. This digital exhibition captures life for the African-Caribbean community in Kirklees during this incomparable time and asks what the lasting impact of 2020 on our communities and young people will be. No Ordinary Time is produced by Lawrence Batley Theatre with images by Huddersfield-based pho
- A Manhood ProjectA Manhood Project is a theatre production currently in research and development stages which explores the stories of men living with mental health issues. The project explores the issues of race, class, gender roles, sexual orientation, and is a verbatim piece using the words and experiences of real participants interviewed of the the course of 2018-19. We have worked with local Yorkshire branches of MIND and interviewed participants from a range of groups regarding their relationship with t
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Work history
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Freelance Creative ProducerFreelance
Doncaster, United KingdomFreelance
Working freelance across a range of projects for multiple companies, artists and organisations in areas such as theatre, live events, short film, public speaking, mentoring, fundraising, arts administration, and community engagement.
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ProducerLawrence Batley Theatre
- Huddersfield, United KingdomPart Time
As Producer -currently leading on delivery of digital programme LBTV which was established to deliver creative content to the public during the COVID-19 pandemic. Produced 40-minute animated film of A Christmas Carol featuring an ensemble of over 40 community members.
As Freelance General Manager - Overseeing programming, deal negotiations, and contracting on all visiting productions and hires, along with developing existing co-producing relationships, and developing new work. I am also laying groundwork to revitalise and renew current contracting and administrative practices and processes.
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Skills
- Presenter
- Event Magagement
- Arts Research
- Audience Engagement
- Project Manaement
- Creative Production
- Stage Management
- Children’s Workshops
- Administration
- Marketing
Education
Arts and Event Management BA (hons)Arts University Bournemouth
- Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Graduated with First Class Honours