Matthew Slack

Experience

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  Self-Employed

  Jan 2012 - now

  Audio Engineer

  I am a freelance audio engineer, who is able to operate large scale live audio environments such as; Touring, Festival and Venue based activities.

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  Alnwick Music Festival

  Aug 2012 - Aug 2017

  Technical Director

  Liaison with groups from all over the world to discuss and plan technical elements for their performances. Organise and produce a week long music festival. Includes: Booking, Advancing, Logistics. I Direct all technical aspects of festival. Stage, Power, Lighting & Sound. Responsible for small crew. for more info: http://www.alnwickmusicfestival.com/

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  Alnwick Playhouse

  Jun 2013 - Jun 2013

  Theatre Technician

  Sound, lighting, stage management. Anything technical within the building.

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  Event Staff

  Sept 2015 - Jan 2017

  Crew/Production

  Event-Staff have operated across the UK, providing staff to a wide range of clients and events, including festivals, conferences and large-scale outdoor events.• Production Crew – Supplying labour for festivals, concerts, tours both in Gloucestershire and further afield.• Technicians – Audio-visual operators, conference crew, powerpoint designers, camera operators and more for corporate and conference events anywhere in the UK and beyond.• Stewards & Security – Supplying a wide range of steward and security staff with duties including parking and traffic management, entry control, guarding, specialist pit duties, search and eject, and response teams. Show less

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  The Frog & Fiddle

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2020

  Live Sound Engineer

  In-house Sound engineer at Cheltenham's best music venue. Provide support and coordinate advances with touring bands. Assist touring engineers when in venue. Maintain and audit a range of audio equipment.

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  Leap Audio

  Mar 2017 - Feb 2019

  Technician

  Leap Audio professional PA hire, PA systems hire, lighting hire and sound hire services for all events including live music festivals in Gloucester UK

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  University of Gloucestershire

  Apr 2017 - Mar 2019

  Events Officer

  Events Officer deployed within the Marketing and Communications department.Support the delivery of an agreed programme of University events and activities by providing high quality project management support.Act as the first point of contact for all staff seeking advice, guidance and support for events and provide logistical, operational, promotional and management support. Arrange and coordinate VIP visits to the University, working closely with the Directorate and Faculty Deans and/or their nominated representatives, including external representatives where appropriate.Work with Schools to coordinate the University’s presence at public engagement events such as the Cheltenham Festivals.Advise on, and support, the delivery of successful University Open Days and Applicant Visits with prospective students.Coordinate and publicise the Public Lecture Series in advancement of the university’s profile with key local stakeholders. This could include generating publicity through social media, the website, press releases or hard copy collateral. Show less

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  Tarren

  May 2018 - Jan 2019

  Event Specialist

  FOR BRANDSWe help launch products and breathe life into weird and wonderful experiences. We stop people in their tracks to get their attention. We activate ideas to engage audiences in awe and excitement.FOR EVENTSWe take the pressure and effort out of events. From venues to menus, lighting to exciting, we ensure special occasions go perfectly and make the kind of corporate events nobody wants to miss.FOR FESTIVALSWe make fans dance, sing and laugh with friends. We put bands on stages with light and sound. We make memories for all to enjoy. We create safe, risk-free places for full-on entertainment. Show less

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  USS

  Mar 2019 - Nov 2021

  Audio Department

  USS the complete audio visual and event service provides full production and technical support combining intuitive, innovation and technology into your event.Offering the very latest in audio visual, video, sound and lighting equipment alongside our range of staging.Irrespective of the size and scale of your event we can provide the package to suit your venue and help you smoothly take your next event from ‘concept to reality’ and give you the maximum impact for your event.Our Portfolio includes:-Conferences-Awards Ceremonies-International Events-Product Launches-Live Events-Exhibitions-Fashion ShowsPriding ourselves in providing a truly outstanding service to all our clients, from the smallest one-day seminars to on-going national and international contracts lasting months or even years. Show less

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  Turnbull's Northumbrian Food

  Aug 2020 - now

  Head Of Sales & Marketing

  Coordinate and deliver ambitious sales & marketing activity for a 140 year old Family-Run Food Business, spanning six generations with two retail locations and 35 employees across 3 sites. Main responsibilities include:• Writing and Executing the Annual Marketing Plan and creating all associated content, copy, imagery and video• Buying & negotiating the sales of new product lines, ensuring correct margins are applied • Manage all digital systems, including POS Tills, Stock Control Systems and in-house IT with external contractors and suppliers • Main contact for all press & PR enquiries, including advertising • Delivery of Marketing Materials, such as; Email Marketing, Direct Mailing & Social Media • Oversee website e-commerce operations Show less