Freelance culturalcreative
industries consultant
About Adam
Derbyshire’s 250 Most Inspirational Leaders
Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
2000 – Elected as the President of Communications for the University of Derby Students Union
2001 – Guardian Student Media Award Winner
2002 – Finalist in Leicester Comedy Festival Comedian of the Year
2003 – Appointed Head of Media for Making Waves London working with Clients including Sony Playstation, Air France and Motorola
2005 – Performed at National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company (Stratford) as a professional actor
2010 – Created ‘Derby Film Festival’ which hosted Sir Ben Kingsley, Jack O’Connell, Sir John Hurt and Dame Janet Suzman
2013 – Became a Trustee of Safe and Sound – a charity seeking to end the exploitation of Children in the UK
2014 – Appointed CEO of QUAD – Centre for contemporary art, digital media and independent film
2015 – Awarded as one of the Most Inspirational Leaders in Derbyshire
2016 – Awarded as one of the most important under 42 leaders in the Midlands
2017 – Developed the ‘Summer Nights Film Festival’ of outdoor film into one of the largest in the UK and the only one that was not for profit
2017 – Appointed as a board member of the Creative Industries Council
2021 – Led Derby’s bid for UK City of Culture
2023 – Worked with clients including Durham University, Plymouth Theatre Royal, Ealing Borough Council, Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and Mid Sussex County Council on developing cultural and creative plans

With over 20 years of arts, culture and creative industries experience Adam is now available for freelance work in the UK and beyond.

As a professional Host and MC, Adam is adept at providing a friendly, professional and engaging service to a wide range of clients. With specialist knowledge of diversifying income, venue management, stakeholder relationships and artistic project management and development.

An empathetic and EDI driven leader who is passionate about the role arts, culture and the creative industries can play in changing lives for the better.

Hosting &
events

A mix of humour and empathy makes Adam’s style naturally engaging and rooted in equality, diversity and inclusivity.

A former stand-up comedian and professional actor, Adam is adept at hosting and voiceover work in equal measure. Now an experienced host/MC/voiceover artist who has interviewed such luminaries as Sir John Hurt, Ken Loach, Dame Vivienne Westwood, Lemn Sissay and Michael Holding.

From Charity Auctions to Award Ceremonies and from audiences in their 10s to their 10,000s Adam has worked at and with the Commonwealth Games, Edinburgh Festival, National Theatre and RSC and at venues including QUAD, Kedleston Hall and the University of Derby.

Award Ceremonies

From Youth Champions to Creative Entrepreneurs and more Adam is experienced in hosting award ceremonies of any scale. Hosted with humility and humour, the guests, the venue and the winners will always be centre stage.

Voiceovers

Adverts, audio books and drama are all within Adam’s repertoire. Clear, tonally interesting and always dedicated to making the audio stand out from the crowd.

Discussion Panels

An experienced host of panel discussions including everything from Hollywood stars, academics and young people. Adam is always committed to navigating difficult topics and ensuring parity of voice across all panels.

Fundraising Events

Good hosting fundraising events can ensure that the charities being supported maximise income and awareness driving. Adam has experience of hosting charity auctions, quizzes, live music events and more.

Event Hosting / MC

As a former stand-up comedian and professional actor, Adam is experienced in hosting a variety of events with audiences from 50 to 5000. Ensuring that the focus is always on the event and the performers or speakers is a key to Adam’s delivery.

Creative Consultancy

With over 20 years of arts, culture and creative industries experience Adam is now available for Freelance work in the UK and beyond.

Words about me

Interviews

Welcome to the rich collection of interviews. Each interview offers a distinct lens through which to perceive Adam’s expertise, vision, and profound impact on the ever-evolving landscape of arts, culture, and creative industries. Immerse yourself in these insightful conversations to glean a deeper understanding of Adam’s journey and innovative contributions.

Discover interviews discussing Adam’s leadership in driving Derby’s bid for UK City of Culture 2025. Adam’s advocacy for diversity, his perspectives on arts data, the importance of strategic thinking in publications such as ArtsProfessional, DSC, Lunar21 and much more!

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News & Updates

Discover innovations, evolving trends, and inspiring stories shaping our world. Dive into a curated collection that navigates artistic endeavours, cultural shifts, and transformative initiatives. Stay ahead, explore the latest, and be part of the creative pulse defining our dynamic landscape.

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Reviews & Critiques

A treasure trove of insights into Adam’s 20+ years of expertise. Dive into concise evaluations showcasing his exceptional skills in hosting, management, and project development. These reviews capture Adam’s impactful leadership and passion for leveraging arts and culture to create positive change.

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