Hughie Brown

Dr. Hughie Brown is a Lecturer in Cultural and Creative Industries at the School of Performance and Cultural Industries, University of Leeds, where he joined in October 2022. Prior to this, he held research and teaching roles in Australian higher education institutions, contributing to interdisciplinary studies in creative industries, politics, ethics, business, and communication.

Education

• PhD in Cultural Economics from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), 2011
• University Medal in Journalism, University of Queensland (UQ)
• BA (Hons 1) in Journalism, University of Queensland (UQ)

Research Interests

Brown focuses on the value of culture and creativity through a Cultural Economics lens, developing a Unified Theory on the Value of Culture that explores cultural valuation mechanisms. His work addresses:

• The economic and social value of cultural practices
• Management of creativity in cultural industries
• Self-publishing musicians and the music industry
• Songwriting as professional development

Key Projects

• Co-Investigator in the ACHTAX project (AHRC/DCMS) for creating a UK government taxonomy of Arts, Culture, and Heritage

Teaching & Leadership

• Programme Manager, BA Global Creative Industries
• Advocates for authentic, industry-focused, and culturally diverse education

Professional Contributions

• Founding director of Magpie Studios (Armidale) for emerging musicians
• Brisbane Regional Coordinator, Australian Songwriters Association (2013-2020)
• Finalist in Australian Songwriting Contest