David Parsons
Entertainment & Hospitality Professional | Touring Artist |
Creative & Technical Production | Operations Management
I bring over two decades of creative and operational experience across entertainment, live events, hospitality and multimedia production. I’ve managed high‑energy venues, built theatre and town‑hall tours, produced digital content, and led teams in fast‑moving creative environments.
I toured internationally for three years as a professional musician, performing on major stages across the UK, Europe and North America. I also sailed the South Pacific, creating unforgettable audience experiences and coordinating ship‑wide entertainment programmes. Working across Australia, Fiji, Vanuatu, the US, Canada and Europe has given me a sharp understanding of cultural nuance, audience expectations and how standout experiences are crafted.
I’ve grown digital audiences into the thousands, designed websites, produced visuals, shaped live music programmes and delivered polished shows from concept to stage. I combine creative direction, technical capability and calm, confident leadership to bring projects to life.
Now based in Edinburgh, I’m focused on ambitious roles that blend creativity, production and high‑quality audience experience, continually developing my craft and evolving with modern industries.
Hosting the “Pacific Pop Star” competition in Australia
Entertainment, Events & Operations Overview
As General Manager of a six‑bar, four‑room nightclub and food outlet, I oversaw daily operations and managed bar staff, floor staff, security teams and DJs, while leading the planning, booking and promotion of themed nights and live acts from concept to delivery.
As Deputy Cruise Director with P&O Australia, I delivered ship‑wide entertainment for around 2,000 passengers per voyage, acting as a key point of contact for guest experience. I hosted game shows, organised events, presented across multiple venues, and performed as a DJ, pianist, and occasional singer. The role also required extensive public speaking, from muster briefings to theatre presentations.
As Entertainment, Events & Marketing Manager at a city‑centre entertainment venue and restaurant, I spent seven years curating weekly programming, booking talent, promoting nights, and eventually performing as lead DJ and compere for 500+ guests. I also acted as duty manager on many of these nights, balancing operational responsibilities with live event delivery.
I’ve managed a full touring show across Scotland, overseeing production, booking, promotion, and logistics. I’ve also promoted Scottish acts and worked as sound and lighting operator for bands, vocal groups and solo performers.
Earlier in my career, I worked as Team Coach for an entertainment‑venue chain, where I designed and delivered creative training techniques that helped staff develop confidence, consistency and strong guest‑experience skills.
More recently, I toured internationally as a musician, performing on some of the world's biggest stages, as well as speaking at Q&A sessions and meet-and-greets.
Fully Equipped Multimedia Setup
For projects that require creativity on a quick turnaround, whether for events, entertainment promotion, or wider digital content needs, I can work remotely from my purpose‑built multimedia space, designed for high‑quality visual and digital content creation. The setup includes a dedicated graphic design and video‑editing suite, chroma key backdrops for photography and film, and a controlled audio area for sound design.
My toolkit spans Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro, and Apple Logic Pro, supported by two Sony Alpha 7III cameras, lavalier microphones, and professional lighting. This combination allows me to deliver polished, production‑ready assets across design, video, and audio.