Imogen Smith

I’m an Events Management graduate with a creative mindset and a purpose-led approach to event design. Over the past few years, I’ve built experience across production, artist liaison, sponsorship, customer service and fundraising, working on everything from grassroots music nights to charity campaigns and immersive festival experiences.

Alongside this, I’ve spent six years in customer-facing roles, where I developed strong communication, adaptability, problem solving skills under pressure. I enjoy working collaboratively, thinking ahead, and finding ways to make events more impactful, inclusive, and memorable.

Academically, I was nominated for the IAPCO Student Award for my white paper exploring gender inequality and leadership for women in the events industry, a topic I’m hugely passionate about and one that’s shaped my personal and professional direction.

I’m also the founder of Common Habit, a growing events brand focused on underground music, safer spaces, and supporting women-led charities. It’s a project rooted in values, culture, and community, and it’s shaped how I approach both creative planning and logistical delivery.

I’m passionate about creating experiences that bring people together for the right reasons, and I’m excited to keep learning, contributing, and evolving in the events industry.

I have experience in event planning, artist liaison, and customer-facing roles, including positions in music events, festivals, hospitality and retail. My background includes coordinating logistics, supporting creative projects, and delivering excellent service in fast-paced environments. I’m skilled at communication, organisation, and problem-solving, with a strong interest in the events and creative industries.

I graduated with a degree in Events Management (Upper Second Class Honours) at Leeds Beckett University, where I developed expertise in event production, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. My final research project explored gender equality and leadership within the events industry, strengthening my analytical, research, and communication skills.