Meet the staff

 

All activity at the Wiltshire Music Centre is managed by seven full-time and three part-time staff, supported by a fantastic team of over 100 volunteers. To contact any member of staff, call 01225 860100 or email us.

Keith Nimmo, Chief Executive and Artistic Director

Keith has had overall responsibility for the management and development of the Centre since late 1997, shortly before the building opened. As well as planning the concert programme, he oversees artists' residencies and the education and community outreach projects. He works closely with staff, the Chair, Treasurer and other Trustees to coordinate planning and financial management. His job also involves liaising closely with the public funding bodies, other key stake-holders and arts organisations to secure the Centre's strategic role.

Anne Greenwood, PA to the Chief Executive and Artistic Director

Anne is Keith's PA.  She co-ordinates concert management, including contracts, pre-concert speakers, programmes, technical specifications and the Artists' requirements. She is also secretary to the Board.

Rebecca Perkins, Operations Manager

Rebecca has responsibility for the operational management of the Centre, including the upkeep of the building itself, the box office, maintenance, staff and volunteer training and Centre lettings.

Audrey Michel, Fundraising Manager (Maternity Cover)

Audrey's role is to maximise income from a range of sources to sustain and develop the Trust's work, including Sponsorship and Business Partnership, fundraising from individuals (through the Friends, Benefactors, donations and legacies) and from grant-making trusts.

Jo Day, Head of Audience Development

Jo is responsible for developing the range and diversity of the audience and participants that use and benefit from the centre. This is acheived through marketing and carefully targeted education and community projects.

Kate Schweizer, Marketing Co-ordinator

Kate is responsible for maximising the impact of the Centre's Marketing and PR through the development and implementation of the overall strategy, as well as all tactical campaigns. Specific responsibilities within this include the management of activities such as copy-writing, print production, and the carrying out of audience research.

Julie Cure, Finance Officer

Julie manages the Centre's finances, which includes the day to day bookkeeping, budget setting, cash flow management, VAT accounting and production of the year end financial statements for audit. Julie is also responsible for ensuring that stakeholders receive financial reports, and that the Centre is fully compliant with all relevant finance/tax legislation.

Sara Milward-Oliver, Fundraising Assistant & Group Bookings Co-ordinator

Sara assists the Centre's fundraising to maximise opportunities with businesses and across local communities. She is also the contact for group bookers, and will ensure that your experience with us is as enjoyable and easy as possible.

Becky Rigby, Box Office & Events Assistant/Venue Technician

Based in the Box Office, with responsibility for the Centre's administration and events, Becky takes care of all technical aspects within the Centre. This includes sound and lighting equipment and setup and ensuring that any amplified sound is consistent with the Centre's objective of providing a satisfactory auditory experience.

Sam Bitmead, Box Office & Events Assistant

Sam works predominantly in the Box Office, and also has responsibility for administration and preparation for events and performances.

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