Highly experienced Producer with Executive level experience. I have over 17 years of experience leading teams and delivering high-end productions within venues, as well as an extensive portfolio of national and international touring experience. I have a substantial network of national and international industry contacts and am skilled in commissioning and delivering work, talent development, strategic planning and fundraising.One of my top skills is bringing teams together, transforming processes so they work for individuals, departments and organisations. I bring a calm and optimistic approach to the delivery of all of my work, approaching challenges with a thoughtful attention to detail, with the ability to navigate complex problems ranging from HR matters to contract negotiation. I have worked across sectors and organisations, transforming company culture, improving wellbeing and productivity, and nurturing new talent with a collaborative and caring leadership style. I also possess extensive contract and negotiating experience, having worked with a diverse range of models across the subsidised and commercial sectors.
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ProducerLightroomLondon, Gb -
Creative Producer/ConsultantLucy Atkinson Jan 2017 - PresentLondonI provide a range of creative and innovative services across multiple performing arts disciplines including interim executive support, capacity building, fundraising and creative producing. CURRENT PROJECTSProducer for the European Pavilion 2024: https://culturalfoundation.eu/programmes/european-pavillion/Consultant for the Oxford Cultural Programme: https://oxfordculturalprogramme.org.uk/Past clients have include Studio Wayne McGregor, Block9, No Ordinary… Show more I provide a range of creative and innovative services across multiple performing arts disciplines including interim executive support, capacity building, fundraising and creative producing. CURRENT PROJECTSProducer for the European Pavilion 2024: https://culturalfoundation.eu/programmes/european-pavillion/Consultant for the Oxford Cultural Programme: https://oxfordculturalprogramme.org.uk/Past clients have include Studio Wayne McGregor, Block9, No Ordinary Experience, Peut Etre Theatre, Wood Street Walls, Baz Productions, BUNNY, Arts Council England, Paul Cree & the London Borough of Culture. Show less
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Board MemberZoonation: The Kate Prince Company Feb 2024 - PresentMember of the governing body of this award winning female led dance organisation. -
Interim Executive ProducerSelladoor Worldwide Nov 2022 - Mar 2024London, England, United Kingdom-Led a team of 10 as part of a co-leadership model, working collaboratively with the Executive Director, focusing on General Management and Producing .-Executive Producer for large-scale commercial tours both nationally and internationally, leading a collaborative approach with artistic, production and marketing teams. -Negotiated deals and enhanced sales and partnerships for future productions ensuring mutually beneficial terms were agreed, followed by preparing all contract… Show more -Led a team of 10 as part of a co-leadership model, working collaboratively with the Executive Director, focusing on General Management and Producing .-Executive Producer for large-scale commercial tours both nationally and internationally, leading a collaborative approach with artistic, production and marketing teams. -Negotiated deals and enhanced sales and partnerships for future productions ensuring mutually beneficial terms were agreed, followed by preparing all contract agreements. -Responsible for 100s freelancers on Equity, SOLT, UK Theatre or MU agreements. -Spearheaded a review of the organisations producing model; establishing new local, national and international partnerships to ensure a sustainable future for the company. Show less -
Associate ProducerRambert Apr 2022 - Dec 2022-Maternity cover for the Director of Producing, leading a team of three producers and an organisational wide delivery team including technical, production, marketing and creative engagement-Led creation, development and tour of critically acclaimed Peaky Blinders: a full scale dance interpretation of the popular TV series, book by Steven Knight, co-produced with Birmingham Hippodrome and Lowry and seen by over 100,000 people. https://peakyblindersdance.com/-With Birmingham Commonwealth… Show more -Maternity cover for the Director of Producing, leading a team of three producers and an organisational wide delivery team including technical, production, marketing and creative engagement-Led creation, development and tour of critically acclaimed Peaky Blinders: a full scale dance interpretation of the popular TV series, book by Steven Knight, co-produced with Birmingham Hippodrome and Lowry and seen by over 100,000 people. https://peakyblindersdance.com/-With Birmingham Commonwealth Games, I produced a unique performance with new music and choreography which was performed at the Closing Ceremony and watched by 4.8 million people Show less -
Producer - Violet DisruptionBittersuite Experiences Limited Jan 2022 - Dec 2022Creative Producer for Violet Disruption; a multi partner digital opera commission with partners Finnish National Opera and Mesmer, using motion capture technolog -
Chair Of The Board Of TrusteesBittersuite Experiences Limited Oct 2020 - May 2022London, England, United Kingdom -
Executive DirectorBittersuite Experiences Limited Sep 2019 - Oct 2020London, United KingdomWorking alongside Artistic Director Stephanie Singer to develop and deliver the organisations first business plan, including establishing the organisation as a registered charity. Responsible for partnership development and fundraising, raising of £100k for projects. -
Interim CeoStratford Circus Mar 2020 - Nov 2021Newham, England, United Kingdom-Managed a period of crisis and change, adopting an empathetic leadership approach navigating a loss of premises and the Coronavirus Pandemic and the eventual winding up of the Trust. -Responsible for a team of 15, managing fundraising campaigns, human resources, finance, marketing, programming and outreach activities ensuring all aspects were legally compliant in line with the values of the business. -Oversaw legal process and resolution between the London Borough of Newham and the… Show more -Managed a period of crisis and change, adopting an empathetic leadership approach navigating a loss of premises and the Coronavirus Pandemic and the eventual winding up of the Trust. -Responsible for a team of 15, managing fundraising campaigns, human resources, finance, marketing, programming and outreach activities ensuring all aspects were legally compliant in line with the values of the business. -Oversaw legal process and resolution between the London Borough of Newham and the Trust. -Negotiated interim NPO terms with Arts Council England. -Led a winding up process ensuring Stratford Circus left a positive legacy and all staff were supported with career coaching and training allowing them to secure employment after closure. Show less
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Creative ProducerUrban By Nature Aug 2019 - Aug 2020WalthamstowWorking alongside business & community partners on partnership & project development, resource mapping and match fundraising for a three-year culture led programme in two wards of Walthamstow, East London.
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Executive ProducerDante Or Die Oct 2016 - Aug 2020London, United KingdomWorking alongside the Artistic Directors on the strategic overview for this site-specific touring company. Developed and delivered their first business plan and lead on all fundraising and evaluation, raising over £250k from a variety of sources. -
Board TrusteeStratford Circus Arts Centre Jan 2016 - Mar 2020London, United KingdomWork with the Chair and senior executive to develop robust business and strategic plans to secure the financial future for the organisation.
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Associate ProducerThe Albany Jul 2018 - Jan 2019LondonVisioning and planning a unique immersive theatre event for elder performers, professional and nonprofessional. The production was awarded a Cultural Impact Award from the Mayor of London. Successful application to Arts Council Project Grants for £57k. -
Senior ProducerRoundhouse Apr 2007 - Feb 2017London, United KingdomWorked alongside Artistic Director Marcus Davey delivering a wide ranging, radical and popular artistic programme reaching over 1 million audience members in person and online.-Grew the Producing team from scratch, developing the team into one that commissioned and co-produced work.-Founded the UK’s first festival dedicated to Spoken Word, presenting the early work of writers such as Kae Tempest, Inua Ellams, Yomi Sode, Debris Stevenson, Jack Rooke and Sabrina Mahfouz. -Oversaw… Show more Worked alongside Artistic Director Marcus Davey delivering a wide ranging, radical and popular artistic programme reaching over 1 million audience members in person and online.-Grew the Producing team from scratch, developing the team into one that commissioned and co-produced work.-Founded the UK’s first festival dedicated to Spoken Word, presenting the early work of writers such as Kae Tempest, Inua Ellams, Yomi Sode, Debris Stevenson, Jack Rooke and Sabrina Mahfouz. -Oversaw management of producing and department budgets, responsible for all artist contracting whilst also overseeing cross organisational teams ensuring the smooth and successful delivery of projects. -Developed commissioning and programming strategy for performing arts programming, and a participation strategy with a focus on offering progression routes to emerging artists, creating jobs and performing opportunities for hundreds of 16–25-year-olds. Key Projects and Achievements Include:-Lead producer on multiple large-scale productions collaborating with artists & partners including Ron Arad, David Byrne, Conrad Shawcross, Penny Woolcock, Studio Wayne McGregor, Block9, Fuerzabruta, the RSC, the Royal Opera House, Akram Khan Company, the Royal Ballet, Sadlers Wells & Zoo Nation: The Kate Prince Company. -Launched a programming and audience strategy for the Roundhouse Studio Theatre, developing programming partnerships with FUEL Theatre and Paines Plough. Creation of a talent pipeline between emerging artists programme and public programme. -Launched Roundhouse Digital Productions which increased access to Roundhouse produced work via live and pre-recorded digital performances, produced by a team of emerging filmmakers. Show less -
Administrator/General ManagerTall Stories Theatre Company Limited Jan 2005 - Apr 2007Tour producer for national and international touring company, general manager for day to day business. -
Project AssistantCtc Theatre Jun 2004 - Nov 2004Delivery team for Take Off Festival
Lucy Atkinson Education Details
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Cultural Management -
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Leyton Sixth Form College -
Walthamstow School For Girls
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Lucy Atkinson attended Northumbria University, Northumbria University, Leyton Sixth Form College, Walthamstow School For Girls.
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