Ghostwriter Consultancy & Events has made a major announcement today, as they welcome Helen McGee as their new Director of Venues. This marks a significant step for the company as it expands its model across the UK.
The appointment of McGee coincides with Ghostwriter’s partnership with the newly formed Propaganda Independent Venues. Under this partnership, Tramshed and The Globe in Cardiff, The Camden Assembly and XOYO in London, and XOYO in Birmingham will operate in line with Ghostwriter’s existing partner venues. These include Braehead Arena in Glasgow, The Prospect Building in Bristol, Liverpool Olympia, The Warehouse in Leeds, and Quarters in Brighton. Together, they will offer a diverse range of options for live performances across the country.
Dan Ickowitz-Seidler, Director of Propaganda Independent Venues, expressed his excitement about the partnership, saying, “We are delighted to embark on Propaganda Independent Venues’ journey in partnership with Ghostwriter. We have a long and successful history of working together and are aligned in so many ways. Ultimately, we will strive to deliver a high standard of venues that support the wider industry and provide unforgettable experiences for everyone who joins us at our venues.”
As Ghostwriter continues to expand, it will now have an even more eclectic mix of independent spaces, all operated to a high standard and bound by shared principles. These include no merchandise charges for artists, a 50% in-house ticket allocation for promoters, a voluntary donation scheme in support of MVT, and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Newly appointed Director of Venues, Helen McGee, shared her excitement about her new role, saying, “I’m thrilled to be appointed as Director of Venues. Since joining Ghostwriter in February, I’ve truly felt part of the team. It genuinely feels like home and a place where we can make a real difference. I really enjoy the innovative, creative, and inclusive environment as we work collaboratively with every part of the industry and our partners to ensure our venues are the very best they can be. We are extremely customer-focused, and as venues, it’s crucial to recognize that we have many different customers that need to be at the heart of what we do; from artists to promoters, agents to touring personnel, and of course, ultimately, the music fans we are all striving to deliver the best possible experience for.”
In a week full of exciting news for Ghostwriter, the company is also proud to announce that its original partner venue, Liverpool Olympia, has renewed its long-term agreement. This renewal takes the partnership beyond its 10th anniversary with the Ghostwriter team.