R&B Group is a multi-award-winning, full-service event production company based in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne. We craft unforgettable events that leave audiences inspired and make corporate event planners shine! With thousands of conferences, award ceremonies, product launches, and team briefings delivered across the UK and beyond, we bring our signature Geordie passion to every project, all from the heart of the stunning North East.

Creative leadAt R&B Group, I seized the chance to carve out a unique role as Creative Technologist. Over my four years with the company, I drove remarkable advancements, not only in design but also in embracing cutting-edge, non-AV technologies.

Designed and rendered 3D stage sets and exhibition booths
Created dynamic event stings (link)
Delivered stunning projection mapping (link)
Crafted engaging presentations and operated the show desk
Maintained and updated the company website
Developed compelling pitch decks
Pioneered experiential concepts to bring ideas to life

Key Achievements

Built bespoke projection mapping technology and creative workflows, including 3D-printed mockups for testing and pitching.
Introduced mixed reality (AR) for real-time, real-world-scale demos, giving our pitches a competitive edge.
Reduced lost pitches by nearly 50% through high-impact designs, immersive visualisations, and innovative experiential concepts.
Transformed stage set production by moving away from traditional 'flats' (felt over wooden frames) to modular systems and advanced manufacturing techniques, including 3D vacuum-formed plastic tiles, cardboard engineering, CNC-cut foamex, and 3D printing.