Marie Hirst

Marie Hirst is a seasoned professional in ticketing and customer service, with a career spanning over three decades. Currently serving as Head of Ticketing at Factory International since August 2022, Marie has previously held notable positions, including Ticketing Systems Manager at The Lowry, Ticketing Manager at Manchester International Festival, and Event Programmer at Ticketmaster. Additional experience includes roles as Support and Training Consultant at Spektrix, SIV Tickets Sales Manager, Head of Ticketing Services at Curve Theatre, Customer Service Manager - Sales at Sage Gateshead, and Box Office Manager at Sheffield Theatres. Marie began their career as Assistant Manager at Jonathan James Shoes, showcasing a strong foundation in management and customer service from an early stage.