Peter Maniura is an award-winning tv producer and director with over twenty years of experience in music and arts broadcasting. He is currently serving as the Director of IMZ Academy, which conducts professional development courses for the Arts and Media sector. Peter has played a significant role in promoting digital innovation and creativity in the arts. He was Creative Director and Curator of the experimental BBC/Arts Council England digital online arts service ‘The Space’ and was Head of Digital Development for BBC Arts. Peter has also been involved with the British Council, the London Symphony Orchestra, Garsington Opera, and Amazing Radio as a digital media consultant and guest lecturer. He was bestowed the Royal Victorian Order in the Queen’s Jubilee Honours in 2003 for his work as Producer of ‘Prom at the Palace’. He is a Board Member of Opera North and National Opera Studio.