Keely A.

Background

About Keely A.

I am the Artistic Director of Lyrici Arts- a black led organisation creating theatre and arts programmes that amplify black and diverse stories in Medway. I have a MDrama Degree in Drama and Theatre Studies with a specialism in directing for the stage, and a Masters in Creative Producing for live and theatrical events. I have a passion for artist development, often working with actors, musicians and creatives to build careers, open access to venues and increase performance opportunities. I am an advocate of arts inclusion provision. I have a full understanding of the life cycle of events and also first-hand experience of the administration processes that are needed within an artistic project. Skills • Agency, Mentoring, and Touring representation for artists and shows • Creative Producing: A lead on the theoretical and practical aspects of subsidised and commercial producing for theatrical and music based projects: Marketing, Budgets, Copy writing, Corporate and Subsidised tours, Equity and I.T.C payment rates, Contracts, Grant applications, Venue Negotiations, Live events, Client Liaison. • Client administration: Equity contracts, Artist agreements, Financial invoicing, Maintenance of financial accounts, PR campaigns with written copy, Social media operation to increase brand awareness, Negotiation of venue deals, Travel arrangement bookings. • Events co-ordination: Programming and producing events at venues for charitable, promotional, and themed shows. • Project Management: A lead on creative projects, offering consultation, creative input and project structure. • Theatre Director and workshop facilitator