I am an innovative and strategy-driven Creative Director and Social Media Manager with a 13-year track record leading high-profile hospitality brands and owning the entire creative lifecycle from raw concept to final production. My approach blurs the line between edgy, artistic storytelling and commercial strategy, ensuring every campaign stands out in a crowded digital landscape. By taking absolute ownership of the creative lead, I deliver 100% original concepts that radically transform brand identities, as demonstrated by my visual overhaul of Maya Manchester. I have a proven talent for driving massive organic reach and building comprehensive digital strategies that grow engaged communities, fill venues, and elevate brand presence. Notable achievements include leading campaigns for Manchester Village Pride 2026, Bar Pop and Church, and Maya Manchester, while championing inclusive workplaces and authentic community engagement.

Rowan Michael Barr

I am an innovative and strategy-driven Creative Director and Social Media Manager with a 13-year track record leading high-profile hospitality brands and owning the entire creative lifecycle from raw concept to final production. My approach blurs the line between edgy, artistic storytelling and commercial strategy, ensuring every campaign stands out in a crowded digital landscape. By taking absolute ownership of the creative lead, I deliver 100% original concepts that radically transform brand identities, as demonstrated by my visual overhaul of Maya Manchester. I have a proven talent for driving massive organic reach and building comprehensive digital strategies that grow engaged communities, fill venues, and elevate brand presence. Notable achievements include leading campaigns for Manchester Village Pride 2026, Bar Pop and Church, and Maya Manchester, while championing inclusive workplaces and authentic community engagement.

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I am an innovative and strategy-driven Creative Director and Social Media Manager with a 13-year track record leading high-profile hospitality brands and owning the entire creative lifecycle from raw concept to final production. My approach blurs the line between edgy, artistic storytelling and commercial strategy, ensuring every campaign stands out in a crowded digital landscape. By taking absolute ownership of the creative lead, I deliver 100% original concepts that radically transform brand identities, as demonstrated by my visual overhaul of Maya Manchester.

I have a proven talent for driving massive organic reach and building comprehensive digital strategies that grow engaged communities, fill venues, and elevate brand presence. Notable achievements include leading campaigns for Manchester Village Pride 2026, Bar Pop and Church, and Maya Manchester, while championing inclusive workplaces and authentic community engagement.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative and Social Manager & Marketing Lead (Volunteer Role) at Manchester Village Pride
March 1, 2026 - Present
Drove a projected 50% growth in event ticket sales by engineering a high-impact, end-to-end creative and marketing strategy; restored vital community trust through authentic organic campaigns; engineered a viral social media strategy generating 2 million views in 90 days and 1 million views in the last 30 days; exercised full executive autonomy over the marketing portfolio; managed content production and external agency partnerships; coordinated high-profile talent and stakeholders.
Creative and Social Manager at Barpop & Church
June 1, 2026 - Present
Overhauled multi-channel digital footprints across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and website; aligned brand identity with market research and trends; secured influencer partnerships and executed promotional rollouts to maximize ticket sales and venue visits.
General Manager at Alchemist Spinningfields
May 1, 2026 - Present
Led the full rebrand and operations, improving guest experience, team performance, and brand visibility; launched new campaigns and events to drive footfall and revenue while maintaining service excellence.
Venue Manager at MAYA Manchester
October 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026
Led the venue rebrand, created weekly entertainment events, developed promotional strategy and menus, built partnerships, and fostered inclusivity to strengthen the venue’s position in Manchester’s LGBTQ+ scene.
General Manager & Senior Management Positions at Hospitality
March 1, 2017 - October 1, 2025
Held general management and senior leadership responsibilities across hospitality operations, strategy, events, and community engagement from 2017 to 2025.

Education

BA (Hons) Early Years Education with QTS (2:1 qualification) at Edge Hill University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
BA (Hons) Dance, Performance and Teaching at University of Central Lancashire
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
AS Drama & Theatre Studies – B at Cardinal Newman College
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
AS Digital Photography – C at Cardinal Newman College
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
BTEC National Diploma Performing Arts – DDD (Triple Distinction) at Cardinal Newman College
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
GCSEs: 4 A’s, 3 B’s and 1 C at St Augustine’s Roman Catholic High School
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Top 5 Diversity & Inclusion Nomination (UK-wide)
January 11, 2030 - June 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services