About

magicmedia is the blog and website for Steve Chapman, a Birmingham UK-based creative media consultant.

Steve has over 25 years of devising and managing operational systems, projects and delivery teams and has expertise in funding, strategy and business planning.

His track record shows proven experience of working at a senior level in the public and cultural sectors, film and creative media, and youth and community work.

Steve’s approach is to work within a strategic overview (the ‘Big Picture’) whilst maintaining a personal, friendly approach to clients. Strong commitment to collaborative working and is non-didactic – what works for you is best. When working with clients he acts as coach and mentor helping to ensure individuals and organisations achieve their maximum potential.

His skillset includes: business planning; grant making theory; interpretation of regional and national strategies; Information, advice and guidance; client contract management; Project design and development.

Steve’s specialist areas are in the creative and cultural industries development, youth media, education and training, and the film, screen media and photography sectors.

Steve has a role to offer in providing business planning advice and support which clarifies objectives,  attracts investment and maximises impact. He can also help to develop projects and programmes of activity which are attractive to funders and are fit for purpose.

Steve is a Principal Consultant for Gecko Programmes Ltd.