about us
daaad are a UK-based creative production company.
We specialise in audio-visual installations, helping you to create innovative and immersive experiences that bring together art, technology and design. We are a small team of experienced designers, project managers and technicians who pride ourselves on our attention to detail, high production values and personalised approach. We work collaboratively with our clients to develop custom installations that engage and inspire audiences.
Whether for museums and galleries, film and TV or live events, we believe in the transformative power of art and strive to push the boundaries of creativity and technology.
Browse our past work or get in touch to discuss your next project with us.
what we do
who we are
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Director
Mark Murphy brings over 14 years of expertise in the art and gallery sector, specialising in integrating emerging technologies into creative environments. Mark graduated from the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts with a BA in Theatre and Performance Design & Technology, focusing on the use of interactive immersive projection and live video in theatrical settings.
Since joining FACT Liverpool as Technical Manager, Mark has played a pivotal role in overseeing the technical aspects of exhibitions, public programs, and residencies. He manages a diverse team responsible for project planning, installation, and ongoing maintenance, ensuring seamless execution of FACT’s artistic vision. Mark has led numerous high-profile projects, collaborating with internationally renowned artists such as Wu Tsang, Ryoichi Kurokawa, Larissa Sansour and Søren Lind, Larry Achiampong and David Blandy, Chila Kumari Singh Burman, Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley, Rebecca Allen and Jenkin van Zyl
Mark's leadership is marked by his achievements in streamlining FACT's production pipeline, bringing all aspects of exhibition design and installation in-house. His advanced proficiency in CAD has been instrumental in visualising and refining exhibitions remotely.
Beyond his technical acumen, Mark is actively involved in the local creative community, fostering collaborations and exploring the intersection of technology and art. His strategic vision and dedication to innovation continue to elevate FACT’s profile as a leading institution at the forefront of digital arts.
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DirectorDave has 20 years of experience in arts and music production and has helped realise the technical aspects of countless exhibitions and events in the UK and world-wide.
Having previously worked primarily as a sound engineer, he became involved in gallery and museum installations in 2008 and went on to work for the Barbican Centre’s international department as an audio-visual technician, installing multi-disciplinary exhibitions in venues around the globe. He has been working as a freelance AV consultant and production manager for various arts organisations and individuals in Liverpool and London since 2016.