EVENTS
I have extensive events experience both on stage and behind the scenes, making sure conferences, awards, interviews and panels look effortless. Here are a few examples...
Edinburgh International Magazine Festival
As the Director of the Edinburgh International Magazine Festival,
I created and oversaw a week-long programme of live music, live podcasts, tours, talks, exhibitions and industry events.
Telling Tales: Hacks for Authentic Storytelling
I was interviewed on stage for The Marketing Meetup at Glasgow's CCA, giving storytelling advice to top marketers.
Global Street Paper Summit and INSP Awards
I was a core member of the team that programmed, delivered and hosted the annual gathering for the global community of street papers, including the glittering awards event. I worked on summits in Athens, Seattle, and Glasgow.
PPA Scottish Magazine Awards
Managed, produced and organised the very successful annual PPA Scottish Magazine Awards.
Baillie Gifford Beyond Words festival: live interview with Darren McGarvey
Chaired the online interview with author and rapper Darren 'Loki' McGarvey for the investment management firm's literary festival.
PPA Magazine Stories: Live
I programmed, organised and chaired a series of events in Glasgow and Edinburgh, to offer an insight for journalists who were aiming to take their careers to the next level.
Let the Music Play: book launch live interview
On-stage interview with author Steven Vass for the launch of Let The Music Play: How R&B Fell in Love with 80s Synths.
Magfest
I programmed and delivered Scotland's premiere event for magazine professionals.