Large group of people wearing conference name tags gather and mingle in a bright indoor setting, conversing, holding drinks, and interacting in small groups. Photographed from above.Large group of people wearing conference name tags gather and mingle in a bright indoor setting, conversing, holding drinks, and interacting in small groups. Photographed from above.

Sophia Chang

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Sophia Chang, International Project Manager

Sophia is an arts administrator and project manager specialising in international touring and festival coordination. Originally trained in film and performance, she moved into arts administration in 2022 and has since worked across festivals and venues worldwide, developing particular expertise in touring and exchange across Europe, the Americas and Asia, alongside with festival planning. 

Having grown up across four countries, Sophia is fluent in English and Mandarin and brings a strongly international outlook to her work. She serves as international affairs manager for FOCASA Circus in Taiwan.  Sophia joined XTRAX in 2026 and is now based in Manchester, where she works to support its international work and develop links between the UK, Taiwan and beyond.