Stagecast launched in 2017 to design and deliver new ways of experiencing live performances online. It has grown to become one of the UK's leading orchestral, opera and live music filming companies, working with many leading arts organisations and supplying long-form concert films to multiple platforms and broadcasters. Since launch, I have led and grown our production services, which are staffed by a small core team and over a hundred freelance professionals from all around the UK. As CEO I'm… Show more Stagecast launched in 2017 to design and deliver new ways of experiencing live performances online. It has grown to become one of the UK's leading orchestral, opera and live music filming companies, working with many leading arts organisations and supplying long-form concert films to multiple platforms and broadcasters. Since launch, I have led and grown our production services, which are staffed by a small core team and over a hundred freelance professionals from all around the UK. As CEO I'm also responsible for strategic planning, business development, sales and general management. In 2021 we launched a white label streaming platform allowing arts organisations to launch their own subscription platforms and offer live broadcasts, on-demand video and audio (such as albums or podcasts) on a single platform. In September 2023 I managed the successful restructuring of the business, handing over the running of the platform to a new company, and now lead a streamlined operation focussed primarily on high end audio-visual production for music and arts. Show less

Responsible for strategic planning and practical delivery of all aspects of technical and creative activity using digital technology at the RCM, with a remit to promote the usage, teaching and research of creative technologies in the College’s academic and performance programmes. I manage the RCM digital team, which provides: ICT facilities and support; sound recording, video production and broadcast services; digital learning and research support; studios and music technology resources, and… Show more Responsible for strategic planning and practical delivery of all aspects of technical and creative activity using digital technology at the RCM, with a remit to promote the usage, teaching and research of creative technologies in the College’s academic and performance programmes. I manage the RCM digital team, which provides: ICT facilities and support; sound recording, video production and broadcast services; digital learning and research support; studios and music technology resources, and technical support for live concerts and events.As well as being responsible for the RCM’s digital infrastructure and facilities, I provide advice, design expertise and technology approvals for major estates projects and manage a range of commercial digital activities and identify/propose new opportunities to generate revenue. I represent the College internationally in a range of professional forums including in the digital learning, performance technology and classical recording industries. Show less

Appointed to a new role responsible for studio, audio-visual and digital production strategy, technology innovation and operations. My main focusses are re-developing the RCM’s studio and performance facilities as part of a multi-million pound development project due for completion in 2018, and leading the rapidly expanding range of creative digital projects undertaken by the College and its students. As the RCM’s primary authority on digital audio, video and music technology, I work closely… Show more Appointed to a new role responsible for studio, audio-visual and digital production strategy, technology innovation and operations. My main focusses are re-developing the RCM’s studio and performance facilities as part of a multi-million pound development project due for completion in 2018, and leading the rapidly expanding range of creative digital projects undertaken by the College and its students. As the RCM’s primary authority on digital audio, video and music technology, I work closely with all departments to support their technical needs, from small individual research projects to major investment programmes. I manage the RCM Studios which provides digital support for the College’s renowned teaching, composition, performance and research programmes, along with a growing range of commercial recording and production services to external clients, working from a purpose built studio facility. Show less

Leading and managing the RCM Studios and its staff whilst also undertaking production and operational tasks. Creative and technical supervision of multi-camera HD video shoots, live concert webcasts, long-distance live collaborations via high speed networks, CD/DVD production, audio-visual installation projects and bespoke live sound reinforcement. Responsible for technical infrastructure and system design and upgrades, production technology procurement, undertaking research projects and… Show more Leading and managing the RCM Studios and its staff whilst also undertaking production and operational tasks. Creative and technical supervision of multi-camera HD video shoots, live concert webcasts, long-distance live collaborations via high speed networks, CD/DVD production, audio-visual installation projects and bespoke live sound reinforcement. Responsible for technical infrastructure and system design and upgrades, production technology procurement, undertaking research projects and occasional teaching/student supervision. Accountable for departmental budgets (operational and capital) and for growing income through a range of commercial activities, which has expanded significantly under my management. Show less

Leading and managing BBC Scotland's in-house TV post production department consisting of 60 staff in 3 teams and numerous freelance/casual contractors, working on a wide range of TV output including Culture Show, The Weakest Link, Waterloo Road, Question Time, Jimmy's Food Factory, Raven, Nina and the Neurons and Panorama. Attracted and delivered new business from both internal departments and external production companies, against strong competition from the external market. Restructured the… Show more Leading and managing BBC Scotland's in-house TV post production department consisting of 60 staff in 3 teams and numerous freelance/casual contractors, working on a wide range of TV output including Culture Show, The Weakest Link, Waterloo Road, Question Time, Jimmy's Food Factory, Raven, Nina and the Neurons and Panorama. Attracted and delivered new business from both internal departments and external production companies, against strong competition from the external market. Restructured the department in 2009 in response to changing customer requirements and to meet the new challenges of high definition (HD) production and the new national Gaelic digital service, BBC ALBA, and subsequently implemented new facilities and ways of working to handle tapeless workflows. Show less

Senior audio supervisor and specialist classical music balance engineer for broadcast, working across a range of output for BBC Radio 3 and other BBC networks. Responsible for technical support, strategy and planning including management of technical facilities. Operational co-ordinator and lead sound supervisor for BBC Radio 3 coverage of the Edinburgh International Festival, Orkney’s St Magnus Festival and other events. Created and produced “Sunday Bandstand” programme for BBC Radio Scotland.

Organised around 70 album projects per year; acting as senior balance engineer, producer and editor; managing a recording studio, post-production suites and location facilities; managing full-time and freelance staff (including recruitment, appraisals and development); devising and implementing a company marketing strategy; writing promotional and technical literature; graphic design; operational training; administrative duties and financial planning. Lead recording engineer (and latterly… Show more Organised around 70 album projects per year; acting as senior balance engineer, producer and editor; managing a recording studio, post-production suites and location facilities; managing full-time and freelance staff (including recruitment, appraisals and development); devising and implementing a company marketing strategy; writing promotional and technical literature; graphic design; operational training; administrative duties and financial planning. Lead recording engineer (and latterly producer) for the annual Mountbatten Festival of Music at the Royal Albert Hall from 1995 to 2001, for CD release and BBC Radio 2 broadcast. Show less

Self-employment in the classical recording, editing and graphic design fields, fulfilling the professional training requirements of the Tonmeister degree course.