Emily Philippou

Emily Philippou has a diverse work experience spanning from 2010 to the present. Emily is currently the Head of Media & Public Affairs at Mona - Museum of Old and New Art since September 2021. Prior to that, they worked as the Media Manager at Mona from November 2018 to September 2021. Before joining Mona, Emily held positions at Wellcome Trust, where they served as the Media Manager for Wellcome Collection from September 2015 to October 2018, and as a Media Officer from August 2013 to September 2015. Emily also worked as a Press Officer (interim) at the National Media Museum for the first half of 2013. In 2012, they undertook an internship at Purple PR, gaining experience in the Arts & Culture sector. Prior to that, they had various roles at Weber Shandwick, including Account Executive, Assistant Account Executive, and Team Coordinator, from 2010 to 2012. Emily began their career as a Receptionist/Admin at Austin-Smith: Lord LLP in 2010.

Emily Philippou completed their Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Cultural Leadership at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and Theatre Studies from the University of Glasgow between 2005 and 2008.