Humanities Cultural Programme announces two key appointments
As we prepare for the opening of Oxford University’s new Schwarzman Centre in 2025, the Humanities Cultural Programme is today announcing two significant appointments.
Josie Bamford joins as Executive Producer from Monday 15th May:-
Josie has worked as a senior producer, commissioner and programmer across large scale venues and place-based programmes. She has knowledge of, and a passion for, producing high-quality high-profile work that often provides a platform for marginalised voices. Josie was at Roundhouse, London for 10 years where she worked as Senior Producer, she was also Senior Producer and Commissioning Director for Coventry UK City of Culture 2021. Josie has collaborated with artists and companies such as Wayne McGregor, Random International, Penny Woolcock, Gratte Ciel, Cardboard Citizens and Block9.
Josie says: ‘I am delighted to be joining the Humanities Cultural Programme and look forward to working collaboratively with cultural partners in the city on a world-class programme. Being embedded within the University’s new Schwarzman Centre presents a unique opportunity to meaningfully engage broad and diverse communities from across the city and the region. I can't wait to get started.’
Sara St George joins as Head of Audiences and Media from Thursday 29th June:-
Sara St George was the Head of Sales & Marketing Deputy CEO at Lighthouse, Poole, one of the UK’s largest regional art centres. Prior to that she spent 6 years as a Senior Lecturer at the Arts University Bournemouth having held project management and marketing roles for a west-end/touring theatre producer, rep theatre and Disability arts charity before that. She is also a trustee for the Dorset based performing arts charity Activate.
Sara has worked in senior roles in the cultural sector for over 25 years in a diverse range of roles covering strategy, marketing, fundraising, Disability arts, inner city regeneration, and tourism.
Sara says: ‘To be part of a new cultural organisation from the very beginning is incredibly exciting. It is a privilege to be able to work in an environment where cutting edge research, artists and the community will come together through shared experiences. This is such a unique opportunity to really make a difference.’
John Fulljames, Director of the Humanities Cultural Programme, says: 'I am delighted to welcome Josie Bamford and Sara St George to the team delivering the cultural programme at the new Schwarzman Centre. They bring long experience of delivering cultural and performance programmes and developing audiences. Their arrival will enable us to keep collaborating with partners as we seek to grow an ambitious new arts programme at the heart of this city and region.'
