Brexit official turns to arts business

Friday 07 September 2018

ArtHouse Jersey has appointed a former government Brexit official to the newly-created position of Executive Producer in a bid to modernise operations and diversify income streams.

Prior to his appointment, Matt Fiott worked in Jersey’s Ministry of External Relations for eight years in a variety of roles, most recently as Head of Brexit Coordination and EU.

He also led on business development for the Branchage Film Festival and in various roles in television and publishing.

In his new role, he will oversee branding, marketing and communications activity, and will be responsible for strategic planning, and leads on relations with key stakeholders, including government and corporate partners.

Mr Fiott commented: “I am delighted to join ArtHouse Jersey. The arts have the potential to play a very important role in our Island community. I look forward to helping provide a sustainable platform from which we will be able to support artists from Jersey and across the world to create inspiring, high-quality work that has a positive impact on Islanders, particularly young people, the elderly and the disadvantaged.”

Tom Dingle, Director of ArtHouse Jersey, added: “Matt has a wealth of senior operational experience and a proven track record of outstanding achievement. I'm
delighted that he is taking up his role at this critical time in ArtHouse Jersey’s evolution. We have great plans for the future, and I am sure that Matt will make a significant contribution as we continue to deliver projects that enrich the lives of those in our local community and international audiences.”