I’m a long-time audio and video engineer based in the London area, with deep experience recording and mixing podcasts, corporate and promotional video content, and live sound for major music acts. I’ve also spent years producing and broadcasting radio shows, and I enjoy turning technical challenges into smooth, creative sessions for the people I work with. Alongside engineering work, I’ve been a composer and musician with the mid-90s Brit-hop group Collapsed Lung, including their well-known song “Eat My Goal.” I’ve also contributed to the creative side of the industry through roles such as Festival Programmer & Technical Director at City Lights Film Festival, and facilitating live performances as part of The Blockheads’ team.

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I’m a long-time audio and video engineer based in the London area, with deep experience recording and mixing podcasts, corporate and promotional video content, and live sound for major music acts. I’ve also spent years producing and broadcasting radio shows, and I enjoy turning technical challenges into smooth, creative sessions for the people I work with. Alongside engineering work, I’ve been a composer and musician with the mid-90s Brit-hop group Collapsed Lung, including their well-known song “Eat My Goal.” I’ve also contributed to the creative side of the industry through roles such as Festival Programmer & Technical Director at City Lights Film Festival, and facilitating live performances as part of The Blockheads’ team.

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I’m a long-time audio and video engineer based in the London area, with deep experience recording and mixing podcasts, corporate and promotional video content, and live sound for major music acts. I’ve also spent years producing and broadcasting radio shows, and I enjoy turning technical challenges into smooth, creative sessions for the people I work with.

Alongside engineering work, I’ve been a composer and musician with the mid-90s Brit-hop group Collapsed Lung, including their well-known song “Eat My Goal.” I’ve also contributed to the creative side of the industry through roles such as Festival Programmer & Technical Director at City Lights Film Festival, and facilitating live performances as part of The Blockheads’ team.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Festival Programmer & Technical Director at City Lights Film Festival
November 1, 2017 - Present
Program and support short films, with a focus on spotlighting and championing emerging filmmakers. I’ve taken on an increased festival programmer role over time, working with the team to help filmmakers build relationships, develop their craft, and take tangible career steps during and after the festival.
Broadcaster/Producer (Zero Hours / Screen to Screen) at Soho Radio
April 1, 2014 - Present
Broadcaster and producer for the 'Screen to Screen' and 'Zero Hours' radio shows on Soho Radio London. Responsible for show production and delivery, including coordinating content for broadcast and supporting the editorial and technical flow of the programs.
Facilitator / Cat Herder at The Blockheads
February 1, 2014 - Present
Support the day-to-day running of live workstreams for The Blockheads, helping keep production moving smoothly and coordinating between people and requirements around shows.
Music Tutor at Creative Music Ltd
July 1, 2012 - July 1, 2024
Music tutor and writer; develops educational content and mentors artists.
NerdSpan Writer at NerdSpan
January 1, 2012 - July 1, 2024
Write for NerdSpan for over a decade, contributing editorial content during the site’s run.
Partner / Owner at The Square, Harlow (The Square One Entertainment LLP)
February 1, 2008 - February 1, 2017
Co-owner and promoter; venue management and event promotion, overseeing operations and bookings.
Composer (Media Library) at Mediatracks Composer
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004
Compose production and media library music for use in media projects, focused on creating tracks that fit licensing and library requirements.
Music Tutor at The Square Rock School
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2012
Provide structured music tuition as part of the venue’s Rock School programme.
Partner / Owner / Sound Engineer at The Square
January 1, 2000 - February 28, 2017
Partner/owner and sound engineer at the long-running Harlow music venue. Helped keep the venue active and operational through local industry collaboration, while supporting live music delivery and day-to-day venue operations.
Live Sound Engineer at Freelance
January 1, 2000 - Present
Live sound engineering for a variety of gigs and events, providing on-site audio solutions and on-the-fly mixing.
Audio and Video Engineer at Slackwagon
July 1, 1992 - Present
Extensive experience filming and recording podcasts, corporate videos, and promotional material. Provide end-to-end technical support for recording and mixing music artists, including project management and hands-on coaching to resolve technical and performance issues in real time.
Composer / Musician (Collapsed Lung) at Collapsed Lung
January 1, 1992 - Present
Composer and musician for Collapsed Lung, a Brit-hop group known for the track “Eat My Goal,” widely used in advertising (including Coca-Cola) and associated with minor chart success in the mid-to-late 1990s. Recently released new albums including 'Zero Hours Band' and 'Collapsed Lung Weekend Television.'

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration and Management at Open University
January 1, 2010 - April 30, 2016

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Education