Jodie Barnacle-Best

Jodie Barnacle-Best is a creative professional with extensive experience in community engagement and the arts sector. Currently serving as a Communities Programme Assistant at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, Jodie supports diverse programming that fosters interaction between authors, artists, and audiences. Concurrently, Jodie is a Creative Networks Promoter for Creative Renfrewshire, focusing on enhancing communication within the local creative community. Jodie also holds positions as a Network Promoter for Refractive, Founder of Same Foot—a sustainable fashion initiative, and a Board Member and Creative Associate at The Stove Network. Previous roles include serving on the advisory board of Craft Scotland and working as a Stylist for Levi Strauss & Co. Jodie's educational background includes a Master's degree in Fashion and Textiles from The Glasgow School of Art and a BA in Textile Design from London Metropolitan University.