benjamin cash
director / co-founder
Designer, programmer and realiser with extensive experience in a variety of live settings and roles over 25 years in the industry. Ben's skill set comes from pushing the limits of design and what can be achieved. In his natural habitat Ben can be found laughing with his offspring or watching classic Japanese horror (once the kids are in bed.)
ben donoghue
lighting designer
A lighting and production designer passionate about music, with particular interest and experience in lighting for immersive performance and events in unconventional settings. Ben joined Flare in 2019 following several years at global creative agency Imagination. When not working with light you'll always find ben in the kitchen (at parties?)
jay brown-young
lighting technician
Jay is a forward-thinking production electrician with experience in live music, theatre, corporate and immersive events. As well as all aspects of project management, Jay particularly enjoys working with creatives preparing and installing their complex designs. When not busy, Jay can be found enjoying the drama of Formula 1.
rae atkin
lighting associate
With a passion for enhancing live music performance, Rae aspires to work with the best to deliver world-class lighting for performance and events. Through drafting, pre-visualisation and programming, Rae strives for perfection, continuing to develop and learn from others. In her spare time, Rae can be found planning her next world travels.
lewis beard
lighting associate
Working freelance for several years across a diverse range of live event types, Lewis understands the importance of good pre-production, which is reflected in his work, joining Flare to lead our on-demand visuals. You can usually find Lewis rendering, cup of tea in hand, or cooking up a storm in his down time.
james calliss
lighting associate
James is a passionate lighting programmer, excited to be taking his next steps in the industry. Joining Flare he is looking forward to further developing his programming and design skills. When not at a lighting console James can be found watching Arsenal on most weekends.