CREATIVE agency drp has expanded its production team.

Richard Morris, who will be based at the firm's headquarters in Hartlebury, has joined as assistant production manager and will be working in the tech services in the production management team.

Prior to joining drp, Mr Morris worked at the RSC in Stratford, as well as away on tour, working on shows such as The Lion King, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and Dirty Dancing, to name a few.

The companies he has worked for include Disney Theatrical Group, Malcolm Ian Productions, EON Productions and Michael Rose Ltd.

“Working with the scenic, creative, technical and health and safety teams I will be ensuring the effective delivery of all our client projects across the UK and overseas. I’m looking forward to working with the varied roster of clients at drp and the many events we produce during the year," he said.

Dale Parmenter, chief executive officer at drp, said: "We have seen a significant growth across the team during the past year, extending our capacity and capabilities across every area of the business.

"It is great to see our team establish themselves in the creative industries we work in, and as we progress we will continue to hire determined individuals."