Matthew Osborne

Operations Manager - BIRMINGHAM

Matthew is an experienced operations manager whose CV includes Birmingham’s MAC. He has been involved in Birmingham’s music scene for 20+ years, organising events, writing for local websites and playing in his own bands. He has a passion for the arts and for building relationships between diverse cultures through artistic expression.

Safwan Chowdhury - Digital Creator
Safwan Chowdhury

Digital Creator / Studio Assistant - BIRMINGHAM

Safwan is a young Birmingham based creative, specialising within photography and film. Leading the creation of varied digital content that engages an online audience via website, social media and other digital platforms. He also deals with event pre-planning, logistics and delivery in our Port Hope space.

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Mohammed Ali MBE

Founder and Artistic Director - BIRMINGHAM -

Mohammed conceived and developed the Soul City Arts brand over 15 years ago. He is a world renowned graffiti artist and curator who believes passionately in bringing art to everyday people.

Rajpal Pardesi

Executive Director - LONDON -

A dedicated senior, arts professional with a highly successful background in Festivals, Theatre, Music and Dance. Rajpal joins Soul City Arts to lead our evolution and expansion as an organization as well as help realize our ‘Elevate’ phase.

Helga Henry

Development Consultant - BIRMINGHAM -

A skilled leader of groups, event host and speaker, Helga is a specialist in bringing strategy to life by building communication skills and confidence.

Matt Reeves

Production Designer - BIRMINGHAM -

An artist in his own right, Matt has supported Soul City Arts to deliver projects from stage design through to constructing sets for our immersive experiences.