Melissa Smith is a multifaceted professional with a background in film, journalism, textile art, and events management. With a Bachelor of Arts in Film from London College of Communications and a BA in Film/Cinema/Video studies from the London College of Printing, Melissa boasts a solid education in the creative arts. Formerly a Production Assistant at Madagascar Skin Dan Films, Film Department at Royal College of Art, and Production Manager at Thin Ice, Melissa has ample experience in the film and television industry. She spent time as Communications and Development Officer at Home-Start International before eventually becoming the Director at Illuminated Arts. Melissa's passion for bringing inspiring people together to create exciting projects that illuminate lost and hidden history is her primary driving force.