Francesca Barnes
London
Summary
Comedian and live event producer with experience performing, writing, and producing stand-up and sketch comedy. Skilled in audience engagement, show production, and collaborative creative projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Promo Assistant
Country Mile Productions
Edinburgh Fringe Festival, (Freelance)
2025.07 - 2025.08
- Supported live comedy promotion and audience engagement.
- Facilitated smooth running of operations through efficient task management.
- Handled confidential information, maintaining discretion.
Stand-up Performer / Comedy Coordinator
Various Venues & Festivals
London / Edinburgh
2019.06 - 2025.09
- Performed regularly, refining comedic writing and audience engagement.
- Coordinated events, backstage operations, and performer management.
- Engaged with directors, co-actors, and crew during production processes.
A&R / Music Coordinator
Max Music Publishing & Big Sync Music
Freelance, (Project-Dependent)
2020.03 - 2025.09
- Curated playlists and facilitated music placements for comedy campaigns.
- Conducted research to support decision-making processes.
Talent Booker / Content Producer
SwitchBox TV
London
2021.01 - 2021.01
- Coordinated content production and interviews for comedy-related projects.
Casting Associate
Dan Hubbard Casting
London
2020.01 - 2020.02
- Managed database and assisted casting for comedy and theatre projects.
Vice President of Comedy Society
Goldsmiths College
London
2019.02 - 2019.03
- Organised shows, managed schedules, and assisted backstage operations.
Education
BA Drama & Theatre Arts - Drama
Goldsmiths College, University of London
Skills
- Stand-up comedy
- Sketch performance
- Event production
- Audience engagement
- Creative writing
- Backstage management
- Festival coordination
Accomplishments
- Regular stand-up performer at Edinburgh Fringe and live venues.
- Coordinated live comedy events, managing logistics and performer schedules.
- Produced and developed original comedy material for sketch and stand-up including at The Soho Theatre London and Guildhall Drama School.
Timeline
Promo Assistant
Country Mile Productions
2025.07 - 2025.08
Talent Booker / Content Producer
SwitchBox TV
2021.01 - 2021.01
A&R / Music Coordinator
Max Music Publishing & Big Sync Music
2020.03 - 2025.09
Casting Associate
Dan Hubbard Casting
2020.01 - 2020.02
Stand-up Performer / Comedy Coordinator
Various Venues & Festivals
2019.06 - 2025.09
Vice President of Comedy Society
Goldsmiths College
2019.02 - 2019.03
BA Drama & Theatre Arts - Drama
Goldsmiths College, University of London