The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama has announced the appointment of Natasha Hale to its Board of Directors.

A spokesperson told 4BR: "Natasha brings a passion for making the creative industries accessible, and a wide-ranging experience in both the music and drama industries within Wales and on an international scale."

Founder

Natasha Hale founded the Welsh Music Foundation, establishing an infrastructure to support the music creators within Wales, as well as the Welsh Government's Creative Industries division which was instrumental in making Wales a global centre for high-end TV and film production.

She is currently Chief Operating Officer for Bad Wolf Productions and the innovative Wolf Studios Wales which operates on a philanthropic basis and is unique in offering a built-in teaching facility, offering opportunities to local talent.

Focus

Announcing the appointment, John Derrick, Chair of the Board of Directors at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, added: "The depth and range of Natasha's experience in the creative industries in Wales and the US will reinforce our focus on developing world class talent as one of the leading music and drama Conservatoires in Europe.

The depth and range of Natasha's experience in the creative industries in Wales and the US will reinforce our focus on developing world class talent as one of the leading music and drama Conservatoires in EuropeRWCMD

Crucial role

In response Natasha Hale said: "The College plays a crucial role in developing the skills and talent that the creative industries require, both in Wales and internationally.

In my new role, I hope to help forge new links between creative businesses, the College and its students."