Rachel Smith

Rachel Smith is an experienced professional in education and creative production, currently serving as the Head of Learning and Participation at the National Memorial Arboretum since August 2022, while also working as a Creative Producer for Outdoor Places Unusual Spaces Ltd. Previous roles include Project Manager at the National Theatre and Arts Link Producer at the West Midlands Virtual School. Rachel has held various positions at Birmingham Hippodrome, including Learning & Participation Manager and Creative Learning Officer, and has also contributed as Engagement Producer at Mercurial Dance Limited and as a Commonwealth Connections Producer for the Birmingham Art School. Educational qualifications comprise a Bachelor of Arts degree in Visual and Performing Arts from The University of Salford.