Ben's work

About Ben

"A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one." - William Shakespeare

THEMED ENTERTAINMENT
Project Producer for Katapult Ltd.
Creating themed attractions, experiences and destinations in alignment with brand/IP guardianship. From Concept & Master Planning to Production & Commissioning. I collaborate closely with clients and IP holders to ensure alignment with creative vision, brand standards, and project objectives. I ensure they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget, all while upholding the highest standards of quality and creativity. I manage vendor relations efficiently by generating Scopes of Work and Responsibility Matrices to ensure the seamless delivery.

Creative Producer for Holovis International Ltd.
Managing multi-disciplinary teams in order to create diverse $multi-million projects for globally recognised clients. From nurturing client relations and pitching creative concepts through to fabrication, production and installation. The role of Creative Producer results in a role as diverse as budgeting and contract negotiations down to script writing and casting. A multi-hyphenate working in the Creative Industries with experience Managing and Producing Theatre; Theme Parks; Cruise Ships; Corporate Entertainment and Events. Cross-cultural stakeholder management for projects in a variety of countries and regions.

Overseeing Software Development, Audio Visual Installation, Games Development, Media Production, Art/Media/Graphic Design, Technical Development, Engineering, Creatives, Actors, Composers, Suppliers, Vendors.

THEATRE/LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
12 years in Theatre, Live Entertainment and Events as a Producer, Stage Manager and Performer. Company Director for Mr Millerman Presents producing a diverse portfolio of productions across UK theatres including plays, pantomimes and musicals. Performer for Corporate Entertainment and Family Entertainment including; Imagine Theatre, Disney Cruise Line. Stage Manager for large scale musicals, pantomimes and plays.

MASTERS DEGREE - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
I re-trained in MSc International Business and Management at Alliance Manchester Business School. Relevant modules include: International Business Strategy, Marketing, Politics in Business, Emerging Markets, Frontiers to International Business, Analytics, Comparative Management.