Martin Aitken

Aberdeen, GB




Bio

Martin is a multi-skilled arts practitioner based in Scotland specialising in producing and managing creative projects. ​ His experience in the cultural sector has varied immensely, from working in large-scale receiving houses to working with independent producing companies, travelling internationally and creating intimate pieces of work in rural venues.

Bio

Martin is a multi-skilled arts practitioner based in Scotland specialising in producing and managing creative projects. ​ His experience in the cultural sector has varied immensely, from working in large-scale receiving houses to working with independent producing companies, travelling internationally and creating intimate pieces of work in rural venues.

Producing Practice

My process as a Producer involves developing a baseline of shared values and goals for each project. In turn, these values shape the development process and aid in guiding future decision making.

Through my role I invest not only in the project, but also in the practitioners, the audience and the wider community. I encourage long-term thinking around the future development of work and the personal development of artists and practitioners. I am committed to meaningful audience engagement; enabling new and relevant audiences to access work.
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I feel passionately about supporting and nurturing the arts scene across Scotland.

Areas of Expertise

Creative strategy
Audience development
Fundraising
Tour and production planning
Budgeting & scheduling
H&S and compliance

Collaboration Interests

Scottish performing arts
New work
Cross-artform work
Environmental themes
Community and youth work

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