Kristian Birch-Hurst

Kristian Birch-Hurst is an experienced Course Leader at BIMM Institute, overseeing the launch and management of a new Music Media, Marketing and Communications course. With a strong background in music education, Kristian has also served as a Lead Lecturer, guiding undergraduate modules and facilitating in-depth discussions on music industry theory. Additionally, Kristian's extensive experience in the music industry includes roles in PR and Marketing at The Hare & Hounds, co-directorship at Erbium Records, and contributions as a writer for the Fabric London blog and The Ransom Note. As co-founder of Voyage Events, Kristian curates unique electronic music experiences, while also performing as the artist Trieste. Previous positions include lecturing at Birmingham City University and a senior role at Spark44, where Kristian managed content creation for Jaguar Land Rover. Kristian is pursuing a Master of Arts in Musicology at the University of Birmingham, building on a solid foundation in Communication and Media Studies from Birmingham City University.