Nick Brigden

Director of Creative Solutons

About me

Life has pretty much gone full circle for me.

When I was a child, I used to act out my favourite adverts (which was pretty much all of them!). I used to love performing and also really enjoyed trying to ‘sell’ things to my family. As I got older, I indulged the acting side of things and joined the Belgrade Youth Theatre, before studying Drama, Film and TV Studies at university.

Following that, the performance took a back seat, and instead I developed my marketing skills at a film company and then worked my way up to Group Creative Director at a brand promotions and prize management company.

But I missed being connected to the world of theatre, and so joined Shine in early 2018 as it gave me a chance to apply my skills and knowledge in a company associated with the world of theatre that I have always been so passionate about. Not going to lie, it’s great to be back!

In my spare time, I’m the company manager for my husband’s dance company, Chrysalis London and also support them with marketing, website design and social media.

Before this

Before starting at Shine, I was Group Creative Director for NDL Group, a leading brand promotions & prize management agency specialising in creating the perfect prize promotions for the UK’s leading media owners and brands including Camelot, Global Radio, Bauer Media, Sky, News UK, The Telegraph, 20th Century Fox, Entertainment Films, Channel 4, Metro, Freemantle and McDonalds to name a few.  

What are the best partnerships in life?

Marmite & Mayonnaise on toast… honestly, it’ll change your life!

Tequila, Vodka & Red Bull – instant party in a glass!

A free Sunday afternoon and a brand new Lego set… but not after a night of tequila, vodka and Red Bull!!

Favourite promotion to date

In late 2018 I ran two events for Dreamgirls, a surprise pop-up performance at  Somerset House to launch SKATE with Fortnum & Masons, and a performance at the Shard to launch a partnership between the show and the iconic attraction. It was the busiest but most rewarding week at Shine so far!  

Hidden Talent

I can move my second toes independently of the others on my feet… sounds simple but give it a try!

Lizzy Copues

Director of Creative Solutions

About me!

I'm a north London girl who was introduced to the magic of west end theatre by my mum from a very early age! She had me hooked and I went on to perform in youth theatres & studied Drama & English at Uni.

I started my media career at Emap in 1997 and have loved working in such a fast-paced, ever-changing, creative industry ever since. I am loving working for Shine - the innovative opportunities we can nurture with such an exciting range of theatre, film & fashion clients is limitless.

I am a mum to two young girls who never cease to amaze me! I am at my happiest when with my family and friends and when I'm watching Spurs win!!

Before this:

I was Group Account Director at Trinity Mirror Plc for 10 years working across their press & online portfolio with London advertising agencies.

Favourite promotion that I worked on

Wind in the Willows and Mini Boden 

What are the best partnerships in life?

Wood & Walters

Kane & Alli

Webber & Rice

Gin & Elderflower

My two daughters! 💕

My hidden talent

Photography & tap dancing!

LinkedIn profile

http://linkedin.com/in/lizzy-copues-1884182

Matt Cox

Director of Creative Solutions

About me:

Born and raised in London and older than I look (no one ever guesses my age correctly). I love this city and slightly obsess about its history, restaurants, bars and general places of entertainment (theatre being one) so found it difficult to adapt outside the big smoke when I ending up at Loughborough University. Having spent three years in the Midlands it taught me many things that have helped sculpt me into the person I am today e.g. thinking for yourself is essential, push yourself outside your comfort zone, London is not the centre of the universe and meet and converse with as many people from different backgrounds as possible!

On returning to Londinium I wondered what to do with my life (dramatic as it sounds) and due to my passion of music and not retail management (that I had studied!) I attended a radio presenter course with Bruno Brookes (age clue), met a lady who worked at a radio station and ended up covering her holiday break which led to my first proper job! The rest is history but I still have a dream of using my ‘Face for radio’ at some point!

In the meantime, I am very excited to join Shine, help maintain the amazing partnership work they have done. Great team, great office banter and I even hope to bring back the office dog Spike who is my cockerpoo!

I do have a life so also am a lifelong Spurs fan, Dad, music obsessive, gig goer, dj (mostly 40th’s and weddings these days), food & Drink lover, wannabe drummer and lover of the quirkiness of human nature!

Before this:

Seasoned media pro with the scars to prove it. Previously worked in the radio, print, TV and digital sectors for Chrysalis (now Global), MTV, News Corp and Sky. Working across these various large media owners I have been lucky enough to have had several roles responsible for cross-platform inventory planning , strategic business planning, creative solutions, sponsorship, data modelling and project management. Over the years it means I’ve worked with clients across most key sectors. One thing experience has taught me is never be afraid to ask a question, never assume, creative is everything, be passionate and most of all try to keep smiling!

Partnerships:

Pete & Dud

Holland, Dozier and Dozier

Hoddle and Waddle

Fish & Chips

Fav Promotion:

Of all the partnerships I’ve worked across it’s always hard to pick a favourite as no matter how large or small the same effort and dedication to execution is required. If I had to pick one it would be an ad funded content series for an energy drink that revolved around the British Lions Tour involving two legends of the game (Scott Quinell and Will Greenwood) sharing some of their stories over the years across short-form video, social, digital formats, TV ads, YouTube and a fully branded web-site. Great piece of content, that was reciprocally beneficial to both the client, agency and media owner involved. Great promotions involve great ideas, great content, talk ability and relevance!

Hidden Talent:

Quoting miscellaneous information & being a London music history guide.

Maria Marti

Director of Creative Solutions

About me!

I am a person that can’t sit still and loves to be busy, be it at work, running around after my 1 year old, or seeing friends. I love new experiences and making sure I make the most every moment. I live by the saying ‘Live the life you Love’ and don’t do things by half, sometimes to my own detriment…

Before this:

I have worked in the world of theatre promotional marketing since leaving university and although I had a 4-year hiatus traveling and working on marketing for global brands, the world of glamour and sequins had me coming back and it feels so good to be home!

Favourite promotion I’ve worked on

Oh, there are way too many to choose from and wouldn’t be fair to select just one. But if you make me, I loved the Metro first we pulled off for Aladdin, a magic lamp on the cover that you could rub to see a hidden message! I have worked on a few media firsts with new technologies so would definitely have to be one of those, as love exploring new ways to work and building amazing campaigns!

What are the best partnerships in life?

Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield

Wine and cheese

Sea and sand

My hidden talent

I am fluent in Greek and love to think I can speak pretty good Spanish, just don’t ask anyone who is actually Spanish to test me!

LinkedIn profile 

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/maria-marti-8677a667

Hannah Osborne

Director of Events

About Me

I’m an all-singing, all-dancing theatre lover with a particular passion for budgets, spreadsheets and celebrating the good things in life. I’m also partial to a bit of football and rugby (watching, not playing!)

Before This

I worked for a number of arts organisations such as Complicite, Warwick Arts Centre and Avalon, before joining The Corner Shop where I set up The Corner Shop Events.

One of my favourite event moments

At the American in Paris opening party at the Waldorf, we had a huge Eiffel Tower ice sculpture erected which sat pride of place in the middle of the party. A real show-stopping centrepiece, it was so in keeping the elegance and classiness of the production!

What are the best partnerships in life?

Freshly baked croissants with strawberry jam

Champagne and chocolate cake

My hidden talent

Wiggling my ears 

Jane Parker

Director of Creative Solutions

About me!  

Some of you may remember me as Jane Arnold... I have many year’s experience of working on promotions and partnerships for the theatre world, having set up the promotions department at Dewynters 22 years ago! Yes, I'm that old!!  I love nothing more than a good cast performance and try to fit them into any campaign possible!

I love being a part of Team Shine and the enjoy creativeness that exists here, that knows no bounds. I am known as 'The Voice of Reason' in the team and do my utmost to ensure we have systems in place so that all our activity runs as smoothly as possible.

Before this

I re-joined Dewynters working in the Promotions Department having been a full-time Mum for 8 years. Prior to that I worked on promotions for Weetabix, Mr Kipling Cakes, Molson Beer and British Meat!

My favourite promotion to date

There have been many, but the Cats Tesco Cereal on pack promotion in my heyday was definitely a highlight - although it didn't save the show! And Chris Tarrant’s Capital Breakfast Show outside broadcast from St George’s.

What are the best partnerships in life?

Danerys & Jon Snow

Smoked salmon & scrambled eggs (& champagne!)

My hidden talent

Growing veg in my garden!

Rebecca Slater

Managing Director and Founder

About me!

I’m a short, creative and hugely accident-prone northerner who loves making innovative and creative partnerships come to life. I set up Shine because I was passionate and curious about developing the world of creative solutions, and wanted to explore what new heights promotional marketing could reach. I’m hugely proud each day to lead a wonderful team as we deliver campaigns that continuously push boundaries and are hugely bespoke and creative in a way that often hasn’t been done before.

I love nothing more than days with friends and family, taking my girls for walks in the country or along the beach, or sitting in front of a box set with my 6 cats (yes 6!) and log fire! I like to finish a hard day’s work with an ice-cold gin and tonic by a pool, in the hot tub or up a treehouse with a blanket!

Before this:

I was Director of Promotions and Partnerships at Dewynters for 10 years, and previously promoted science and engineering for a company under HRH Princess Anne.

My favourite promotion to date

I have many favourite promotions but stand-outs but I loved building the set of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in biscuits in every Waterstones store throughout London and the South East. I was also thrilled when we added a new finish to the front cover of the Metro to allow readers to rub a lamp and have a wish appear to celebrate the opening of Aladdin.

What are the best partnerships in life?

Gin and Tonic

Morcambe and Wise

My hidden talent

Line Dancing!

Jack Waring

Creative Solutions Assistant

About me!

A foreigner that has recently emigrated across the Severn Bridge from a little seaside town called Tenby, located in Pembrokeshire on the South West Coast of Wales. I have previous experience with theatre, having studied it at GCSE and A-level, achieving an A* in my final year performance. Growing up, I also spent a number of years In the local drama club, performing annually in stage productions.

Before this

Up until I moved away, I had spent most of my life working with my Dad on Tenby’s passenger boats, where we specialised in day trips back and forth to Caldey, an Island inhabited by Monks who, in their spare time, make chocolate and perfume.

Favourite promotion

I work in Shine's Three Mobile team, securing offers for their loyalty platform - Wuntu. There's not a particular one that I would choose... but I love the variety of partners we get to work with - everything from bungee jumps to speakeasy nights! 

Best partnerships in life

- Domino’s & Tarantino Films

- Burger & Chips

- Del & Rodney

Hidden talent

All of my talents are so well hidden that I have never been able to find them.

Chris Warner

Acting Director of Operations

About me!

My love for theatre started when I played the bus driver in 'Wheels on the Bus'... and that wild adventure started a passion for performing, watching, and promoting all sorts of performing arts! I'm also really interested in the innovative/cool new digital innovations, feel at home in the middle of a spreadsheet, and should be on Google's payroll for all the people I try to convert to their products...

Oh, and in my spare time I run an improv class. 

Before this

I was Managing Director of The ArtsLink (an education marketing agency), before taking a step out of theatre and doing some consultancy work in healthcare and public relations. 

My favourite promotion to date

Shine's work with the 'magic lamp' on the front cover of the Metro was pretty amazing - readers could rub thermochromatic ink to reveal a wish! (But, to be clear, I had nothing to do with it!). 

What are the best partnerships in life?

Cold roast potatoes x mayonnaise. 

My hidden talent
Whistling. 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ckjwarner/

Spike

Office Dog

As the office Dogsbody it is my responsibility to empty bins and re-distribute, lick on demand and provide love and encouragement to all in the office by reaching up and gazing with love into their eyes.