A cultural activist, composer and creative producer, Sergio López Figueroa is the director and founder of Big Bang Lab. Originally from the Can
ary Islands, Spain, Sergio is a composer with a classical and film music background having completed several business training courses as well as a Master in Digital Content Management, a course focused in the business, technical and legal aspects of the content creative industries. He has an entrepreneurial attitude and a forward thinking mind. He moved to the UK and studied music composition for film at Bournemouth University and the National Film & Television School, fixing his residence in London. He then specialized in new music for silent films, winning the Harlock award at the Rimusicazioni Film Festival for his score for Un Chien Andalou. In 2007 he was commissioned by Tate modern to write and produced Clonic Mutations for the Dali exhibition, a successful programme of live music scores for silent films.
He received a business start-up incentive award for his vision to create a multicultural classical music ensemble representing the communities in London, both as a platform for new music and social inclusion projects. Sergio promotes creativity, intercultural ctizenship, innovation and interdisciplinary work through workshops, articles and conferences.
In 2009 he won an international Cultural Leadership award supported by the British Council. His experience in Delhi was a test to reassure the value of a Big Bang Lab model across cultures. Delhi City Symphony was the outcome of converting layers of complex information, diverse partners and media to a simple and transferable collaborative programme, a contemporary silent film about the city where underprivileged children and classical Indian musicians were at the centre of the process.
His contribution to the dissemination of cultural heritage, global citizenship, the creative use of audio-visual archives and new music production has proved particularly rewarding for participants and audiences. He is introducing Cultural Social Responsibility as a new development of CSR including heritage, digital media literacy, Intergenerational knowledge transfer and cultural diversity. Global City Symphonies is Big Bang Lab’s CSR programme for social inclusion and urban regeneration, connecting citizens and cities facing common challenges and allowing communities to contribute to more liveable cities.
Milenne Tanganelli (Brazil). Highly versatile, Milenne is our specialist in visual communication across a wide range of media platforms. She is responsible for designing, managing the team and implementing audiovisual strategies of each of the projects, creating a consistent identity for marketing and communication purposes . She is also the creative mind behind Big Bang Lab branding and our beloved 3D snail trademark.
With a background in 3D animation, multimedia and design combined with high levels of technical skills, she has a wide experience in working for cultural organizations and entertainment industries. Milenne has over 12 years experience in working in 3D animation, graphic design, virtual reality, interface design, motion graphics and visual effects for broadcast, film and interactive media. After completing her Masters Degree in Digital Animation from Bournemouth University in 1995, she has worked for long periods in the UK, Brazil and Spain. Her works has received many awards including the BAFTA award (British Academy for Film and Television Arts) in the category of interactive arts in 2003. Among her clients are the BBC, Pathe Films, Cervantes Institute, Fundesco and a great range of museums.
Passionate about creative intercultural dialogue, she has created and currently manages a successful freelance professional network with over 600 members mostly from India and Brazil, as well as, a specialized discussion group to empower women working in the creative industries. Committed to her own values, she has funded her own independent production company and is currently developing a series of 3D animated short films for children that addresses environmental issues and human rights.
When it comes to business she is a confident, charismatic and well organized individual. Her work developing visual concepts from briefs to completion combined with a unique way of helping clients to implement design and communication strategies, makes her a key person that connects the three main areas of Big Bang Lab products and services in learning, production and organisations.
Lissia Fraser (UK) With a background in media arts, photography and fine art, she has developed a genuine interest in the crossover between multimedia, arts, education and technology undertaking a number of roles from management to production assistant. Her practical approach and down to earth nature makes her the an excellent communicator and efficient all rounder project manager assistant. She has been working for a number of years as a lecturer at Cavendish College and Hertfordshire College teaching young people multimedia skills. One of her tasks was to create project briefs that would test students understanding of the theoretical and technical aspects of animation as well as stimulate them creatively. Following her students interest in computer games, she created a brief and enabled students to participate in the design and implementation in their curriculum.
Working with a team of students she co-designed a platform for a simple multilingual 3D computer generated game for literacy and numeracy learning purposes. She is used to manage interdisciplinary teams through various stages of work providing an interactive, learning experience for children and teachers. She also works independently developing and producing creative multimedia learning aids to help children in the area of reading and arithmetic. She is currently managing the development of an educational product on a science topic and still enjoys curating together community art exhibitions for disadvantaged children in Luton.
BIG BANG LAB ASSOCIATES
Dr. Tom Fleming - cultural and creative economy consultant
Director of Tom Fleming Creative Consultancy, Tom is a consultant and academic specialising in the cultural and creative economy. He works to support government and a mix of public and private sector partners to maximise the role of culture and creativity across society. Ongoing interests include the relationship between creativity and innovation, the role of place in driving creativity and the convergence between different art forms across multiple platforms.
Fazila Sciberras - International Mediator - www.fazilasciberras.com
Fazila Sciberras is a professional and experienced Consultant and Voice Over Artist based in the Republic of Ireland operating nationally and internationally who has always had a vision on how the business world would change. Her areas of expertise are international advertising and media where she started at The International Advertising Film Festival Cannes. Fazila communicates and promotes businesses and services via her voice, giving added advantage and raising awareness.
Rebecca Caroe - 2.0 business consultant and marketing strategist
Rebecca works as a business to business sales and marketing consultant, specialising in New Business Development - finding new customers for new products and services. Her experience has been principally in UK and US companies trading in Europe. She now works as a self-employed consultant. Her clients range from two man start-ups to listed FTSE 250 organisations. The common theme is New Business Development.
Anthony Lee - Heritage consultant
Tony is a heritage consultant working for Atkins Heritage, a leading team of multi-disciplinary heritage consultants dedicated to the management of historic places and to assisting clients with heritage and archaeological issues. Tony recently relocated to Denmark, where he is responsible for coordinating and developing the Company’s heritage business across Scandinavia. Tony’s interests include twentieth century heritage, social history and the urban regeneration.
Helen Parkins - Legal consultant
Helen Parkins is a qualified solicitor turned small business advisor. She has been advising, training, speaking, and writing for nearly twenty years. Known for her practical and de-mystifying approach to the law, as well as her warm and engaging style, Helen’s regular clients include a wide range of different businesses, from I.T. support through publishing organisations to film production companies. Helen is also a co-author of ‘A Zest for Business: Refreshing Solutions for New and Growing Businesses’.