Nic Millington

Nic Millington is the CEO and founder of Rural Media, a charity based in the Midlands that focuses on film, media, digital arts, and community development. Established in 1992, Rural Media has gained a national reputation for its work with disadvantaged and marginalized communities in Britain. The organization aims to empower rural communities through various projects that raise awareness and inform policy.12

Professional Background

• Position: CEO at Rural Media
• Tenure: July 1992 - Present (over 32 years)
• Key Responsibilities: Nic oversees strategic direction, business planning, program development, and external relations. He also provides consultancy services to public and voluntary sector agencies both in the UK and internationally.12

Contributions

Under Nic's leadership, Rural Media has published Travellers' Times, a magazine catering to Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities. The organization also runs a trading arm called Rural Studios, which collaborates with broadcasters like the BBC and Channel 4 to nurture creative talent.13

Education

Nic studied at Harris Manchester College, Oxford, focusing on Comparative Religion and English Literature.1

Additional Roles

In addition to his role at Rural Media, Nic is a director at Rural Media Productions, which specializes in film and TV production.1 He is also recognized as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA).23