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Autism Camp AustraliaFounder
Jan. 2024
The Autism and Neurodiversity MasterClassFounder
Oct. 2023Authentically Autistic, the world leading Autism & Neurodiversity MasterClass is researched, written, designed, illustrated, filmed and presented by neurodivergent folk. With contributors from Australia, the UK and the US, the MasterClass is the definitive Autism and Neurodiversity education package, where you can deep dive and learn directly from 28 of the worlds’ leading educators, advocates, researchers, thought leaders and concept originators.
Autism Camp AustraliaChief Executive Officer
Aug. 2019 - Jan. 2024AustraliaAutism Camp Australia (ACA) is a registered Australian charity whose mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of Autistic young people and their families through a wide range of therapeutic and accessible recreational activities in both residential and non-residential settings. We create safe supported spaces where the Autistic community can connect, celebrate their identity and enrich their lives. We aim to enhance life skills through neurodiversity affirming and relationship-based practices, therapies and education focused on supporting health and wellbeing. Our camp program is held over 4 days/5 nights, 10 times a year at each of our locations. The camps are for the whole family, with programs for the Autistic young person, siblings and parents/carers. Autism Camp Australia’s unique, evidence and lived-experience based approach is implemented by a diverse, outcomes-focused team and our neurodiversity manifesto sets a gold standard for inclusion in the workplace, with Autistic and neuro-divergent people leading the way at every level of our organisation. We engage in positive lived-experience role modelling. We listen, engage and uplift Autistic voices, constantly evaluating and improving to be the best we can be for all Autistic and neurodivergent people. We support, listen to and learn from both individuals representing the global Autism voice, and individuals from marginalised and under-represented intersectional groups within our Autistic community. We are passionate about driving life changing outcomes for Autistic people around mental health and wellbeing, employability, economic participation, education, and ultimately life expectancy. Our vision is self-reliance, independence, social connection and community inclusion. We are leaders in the evolution of a balanced and respectful relationship between Autistic young people, their families and all Australians.
Desert Pea MediaBusiness Manager
Mar. 2018 - Jul. 2019AustraliaDesert Pea Media has been developing and delivering storytelling and media mentoring programs for young people in marginalised and disadvantaged communities in regional and remote areas of Australia for over 18 years. We create dialogue around local social and cultural issues for Original Nations young people, using a fusion of contemporary and traditional storytelling forms. We re-engage marginalised young people with community, culture and country and encourage the development of life skills, access to education, employment and leadership programs.
wordonthebirdCreative Director and Founder
Nov. 2013 - Mar. 2018Australia & UKwordonthebird is a boutique marketing and design consultancy providing advice, coaching, outsourced marketing management, strategic and creative services to businesses working in the creative industries.
www.wordonthebird.com
Arts Northern RiversCommunications and Arts Development Officer
Aug. 2012 - Jul. 2013AlstonvilleArts Northern Rivers is the peak body for the arts and cultural sector in northern New South Wales, Australia. We work at a regional, state and national level to support sustainable arts and creative industries development. Working closely with the CEO, the CADO is responsible for: • Developing and delivering innovative marketing strategies for the organisations.
• Providing effective communications systems to support arts and cultural development in the region. Liaising with local, state and national media outlets and developing strategies for promoting the work of Arts Northern Rivers to the region and beyond.
• Delivering the organisation’s creative industry projects program including identifying potential funding streams, preparing grant applications and submitting reports and acquittals to various funding bodies. • Collaborating with key industry organisations in the Northern Rivers’ region. Delivering communications, creative industries projects and initiatives for the Northern Rivers Creative Industries Consortium.
ABCContent Producer (Casual)
Jul. 2012 - Nov. 2015LismoreCasual producing as and when required as holiday/maternity leave for full time producer.
Responsible for:
- creation of regional cross-media content for ABC North Coast Breakfast and Mornings shows, including story ideas research, sourcing and analyse of information, selection and preparation of talent, scripting introductions and Q&A’s.
- live studio production for Breakfast and Morning’s shows. Also ongoing presenter/producer of fortnightly Popular Culture show 'The Lowdown'.
Byron Bay Writers FestivalPublicity and Public Relations Manager
Apr. 2012 - Aug. 2012Byron Bay• Responsible for developing a Publicity and Public Relations Plan, including undertaking a situational analysis, establishing core communication objectives and executing an integrated cross media public relations campaign for the 2012 Festival. Focusing on strengthening the festivals position as a leading literary festival of national significance, building national brand profile, building awareness in the wider region, establishing relationships with key new target media and building on strategic alliances with partners and key stakeholders. • The campaign included over 100 radio and TV broadcast placements, including multiple daily coverage on ABC Radio North Coast, weekly coverage on ABC Gold Coast and other local community radio stations during, and in the lead up to the festival. A dedicated 2.5 hour ABC outside broadcast live from the Festival, along with strategically selected extended ABC regional and national radio interviews including multiple placements on In Conversation with Richard Fidler, Books and Arts Daily, Life Matters and By Design. Managing on site film crews for ABC, Prime Seven and NBN regional news, and negotiating strategic placements with ABC’s Q&A and Lateline. Over 250 pieces of print and online editorial and advertorial placed locally, regionally and nationally, including coverage in The Australian, the Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, the Brisbane Courier Mail, Sun Herald, Artshub, Virgin and Jetstar Inflights and Readers Digest.
Byron Bay International Film FestivalMedia Manager
Jan. 2012 - Apr. 2012Australia• Responsible for planning, developing and executing an integrated cross media public relations campaign for the 2012 Festival. Focusing on key marketing and audience development objectives, the campaign aimed to retain our existing audience through a broad Festival promotion and publicity campaign, whilst developing new audiences in targeted segments. • Highlights of the campaign include multiple daily coverage on ABC Radio North Coast, and other local community radio stations during, and in the lead up to the festival. A dedicated 2 hour ABC outside broadcast from an international filmmakers breakfast, along with strategically selected extended ABC regional and national radio interviews. Key film reviews and filmmaker interviews on SBS radio and SBS online, TV coverage on both Prime Seven and NBN regional news, and over 200 pieces of print and online editorial and advertorial placed locally, regionally and nationally.
Bird Textiles Pty LtdCreative Director and Founder
Jan. 2002 - Apr. 2013AustraliaBird Textiles is widely regarded as one of Australia’s premiere sustainable design brands, a pioneer in sustainable fashion, textiles and interior design practices. As early adopters facilitated the move of ‘eco’ into the mainstream, Bird became a symbol of environmental consciousness, spearheading a new era of ethical and sustainable consumerism. Significant achievements: • Grew a sole trader operation into an internationally renowned creative business. Navigated new business opportunities and successfully managed rapid growth across multiple segments. At its peak, Bird Textiles supplied over 150 retailers across Australasia, Europe and the U.S., along with multiple own brand retail outfits, and a global customer base serviced through its online interface. • Undertook a comprehensive carbon life cycle analysis for the entire business, purchased offsetting renewable energy, and were recognised as Australia’s first climate neutral business in 2004. • From being listed as ‘one to watch’ in Time Magazine (April 2007) to coverage in fashion and interiors magazines like Vogue, Inside Out and Home Beautiful, regular broadsheet editorial placement in the SMH, The Age and The Australian across news, environment and design specialities, the company has achieved considerable media success with significant key national and international editorial coverage every month for the last 8 years. http://www.birdtextile.com.au/media.php • Featured as part of a NSW Department of Education initiative, in conjunction with ‘State Respond’ at Object: Australia Centre for Craft and Design, Sydney to provide educational case study materials for the NSW school syllabus. http://vimeo.com/10737047 • Selected by The Australian Trade Commission to represent Australia in New York at ‘G’Day USA’. • Bird Textiles invited to show at Estethica, London Fashion Week.
The Rowland Company (Saatchi & Saatchi)International Event Director
Jan. 1998 - Dec. 2000London, UKThe Rowland Company is the Public Relations arm of the leading global advertising agency Saatchi and Saatchi. During my time there, their major accounts included high profile international brands Speedo and Smirnoff Vodka. Significant achievements: • As a lead in to the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia, Speedo International launched their new technologically advanced ‘Fast Suit’ swimwear to the world press at the FINA World Swimming Championships in Athens resulting in extensive worldwide and Olympic coverage. As Event Director I was responsible for a Product/Press Launch to International Media (40+ countries) and an Entertainment/Hospitality Programme for over 500 participants. • The Smirnoff International Fashion Awards, is the only internationally run student fashion design competition supporting a significant branding opportunity, and unique audience including top international fashion designers and the worldwide media. Celebrity recruitment/liaison for the event included Elton John, Chaka Khan, Jodie Kidd and Norman Jay. In 1999 the event took place in Hong Kong and included students from 29 countries. As Event Director I was responsible for a Catwalk Event and Awards Ceremony for 2000 guests, an entertainment/hospitality programme for 300 participants from 52 countries, and a budget in excess of £1.5 million (at the time, AU$4 million).
The Prince's TrustExhibitions and Events Manager
Jan. 1996 - Dec. 1998London, UKThe Prince's Trust is a charity in the UK founded in 1976 by HRH Charles, The Prince of Wales to help young people. The Trust runs a range of training programmes, provide mentoring support and offer financial grants to build the confidence and motivation of disadvantaged young people. Each year they work with 40,000 young people, with around 80% moving on to employment, small business, education, training or volunteering. Significant events I managed as part of a national annual programme of exhibitions, seminars and events: • The Business Awards at St James’ Palace, London – The Prince’s Trust annual awards ceremony in the presence of HRH, The Prince of Wales. • The Prince’s Trust Showcase at The Houses of Parliament, London.
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