Nov 2018 – Present · 7 yrs 6 mos · England, United Kingdom · On-site

• Progressed from performer to Creative Director, contributing to the development and delivery of a national touring theatre-in-education programme reaching over 500,000 participants annually.
• 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧
• Led creative development of original touring productions combining storytelling, education, and wellbeing
• Developed narrative frameworks and audience experiences across multiple concurrent productions
• Directed visual identity and brand consistency across shows including Captain Wonderweb and The Esteem Machine
• 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲
• Oversaw delivery of productions across 13 touring teams, ensuring consistency of audience experience at scale
• Worked across creative, production and operational teams to translate ideas into practical, deliverable formats
• Contributed to programme evaluation and reporting for NHS-funded initiatives
• 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 & 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
• Shaped brand strategy and marketing direction across productions and platforms
• Supported partnership development and funding conversations through improved brand positioning
• Designed and delivered “The Esteem Machine”, a large-scale interactive prop used in touring productions to engage thousands of children in wellbeing-focused storytelling

Jul 2018 – Dec 2022 · 4 yrs 5 mos · England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

• Created and developed an escape room-inspired children’s entertainment concept, combining storytelling, puzzles, and live performance to deliver immersive, narrative-led experiences.
• Designed and built original interactive experiences tailored to young audiences
• Developed brand, characters, and story systems to support repeatable formats
• Delivered live events, managing the full experience from concept through to execution
• Combined theatre, game design, and education principles to create engaging, participatory experiences

Jun 2016 – Aug 2019 · 3 yrs 2 mos · Essex, England, United Kingdom · On-site

• Delivered large-scale, interactive science shows and workshops for primary school audiences across the UK, combining performance, storytelling and hands-on learning.
• Performed live shows for audiences of up to 1,000 children, creating high-energy, participatory experiences
• Designed and delivered curriculum-aligned workshops using storytelling and character-led formats
• Developed original characters and narrative techniques to support engagement and learning
• Managed logistics, equipment and preparation for up to 16 instructors across multiple locations
• Organised and delivered live shows, workshops and stunt-based activations in public event environments, including Thorpe Park
• Contributed to development of new programme formats, including story-led summer camps

Jun 2015 – Sep 2025 · 10 yrs 3 mos · Essex, England, United Kingdom · Remote

• Initially brought in as a freelance creative to overhaul the brand and website, I became a core strategic and artistic collaborator during the company’s evolution into a locally recognised, Arts Council-funded theatre organisation.
• Acted as a mediator in complex creative and personnel situations, helping to maintain progress and protect delivery across projects
• Led two full brand refreshes, aligning identity with artistic vision and future growth
• Contributed writing, editing, and proofreading to help funding applications secure over £150k in grants and sponsorship
• Directed website development, social media and marketing strategy to increase local visibility
• Played a key role in shaping creative direction and long-term strategy as Associate Director and Non-Executive Board Member

May 2015 – Mar 2016 · 10 mos · Bangkok, Bangkok City, Thailand · On-site

• Delivered storytelling-led English education to children aged 1–16 across multiple schools in Thailand.
• Designed and delivered high-energy, play-based lessons to large groups of students
• Selected to teach at the Royal Palace School, including sessions with the King’s grandson
• Chosen to represent the organisation at national celebration events
• Awarded Best Teacher for performance and engagement

Sep 2013 – Sep 2014 · 1 yr · Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom · On-site

• Created content and campaign assets across a wide range of commercial clients, combining copywriting, visual design and brand storytelling.
• Produced written and visual content across blogs, PR campaigns and on-site copy for multiple clients
• Designed high-performing infographics to support campaign engagement and reach
• Led improvements to editorial workflow and supported recruitment within the copywriting team
• Advocated for higher-quality, strategy-led content within a high-volume production environment

Nov 2012 – Feb 2023 · 10 yrs 3 mos · England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

• Multidisciplinary creative working across theatre, live experiences, and brand storytelling, with a focus on designing engaging, narrative-led work for audiences and organisations.
• Created and delivered live performances and touring productions across the UK, including theatre-in-education, pantomime, and immersive events
• Developed original concepts, scripts, and characters for live and digital formats
• Designed brands, websites, and creative campaigns for arts organisations and commercial clients
• Delivered workshops and educational programmes using storytelling as a tool for engagement and learning
• Collaborated with organisations including the BBC, NHS, and international partners on creative and performance-based projects
• Selected highlights:
• Published multiple poetry collections and written original scripts for performance
• Developed music project Atlas Lake, releasing original material to a streaming audience
• Delivered international teaching work, including a storytelling-based English programme in Italy