Castle Fine Art
Simon Mann is an experienced art technician with a diverse background in prop making, set design, and retail management. Currently employed at Castle Fine Art since May 2022, Simon previously held roles at Royal Holloway, University of London, where responsibilities included prop creation for student films, and Lewis Leathers Limited as a store manager focused on tailoring leather motorcycle jackets and stock control. Additional experience includes sales at The Bike Shed motorcycle club and a successful self-employment phase as a set designer with a multi-disciplinary skill set. Previous teaching experience as an art instructor at Cleveland Junior School involved constructing props and organizing art exhibitions. Simon Mann holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree in Fine/Studio Arts from Leeds Arts University and Leeds College of Art, both from 2009 to 2012.
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Castle Fine Art
As the UK’s leading fine art retailer, we have been bringing art to homes across the globe since 1995. We are committed to our motto, 'Your World, Our Art®’ and it is our mission to make art accessible to all through our website and nationwide network of 38 high street galleries. Working with some of the biggest names in art - including Johnny Depp, Billy Connolly, Bob Dylan, Marvel and Disney - is a privilege. But it is also an honour to work with homegrown talent and nurture the careers of the artists we discover. Our award-winning customer service and world-class fine art programmes are upheld by our friendly and knowledgeable staff. Whether it's a customer's first-time shopping with us, or they're already a keen collector, we're on hand to help them find their perfect piece of art. We are proud to collaborate with brands that align with our core values and mission, as we aim to provide not only a welcoming experience for those looking to explore the world of innovative, contemporary art but seek to shatter misconceptions of art being inaccessible. We also support many great causes, either through donations or sponsorship. We have partnered with charities including Birmingham Children’s Hospital, the Royal British Legion, the British Red Cross and Birmingham Dog’s Home. We could not be the successful business we are without the passion, commitment and skill of our people. We are committed to growth and development, and we are always on the lookout for passionate and enthusiastic people to join our team. We are still owner-managed and as a result we retain our family feel whilst being driven by creative inspiration and a strong ambition to be the best. We encourage and support everyone to achieve more through progression, training and external development opportunities. We want to continue to grow as a business, so it is vital our people grow with us. Get in touch if you'd like to work with us, or find out more about our career opportunities.