Large Scale Event Operations & Production Consulting
About
20+ Years in the Entertainment Industry
Shannon Kolder is an event production consultant with a diverse set of skills ranging from experience across multiple industry sectors including: cruise ship entertainment, scenic design, print and experiential marketing, conferences, festivals, TV Broadcasting and on-air creative.
“While my career began directing children’s theatre, my blended background equips me with the leadership abilities to mobilize and organize diverse teams and cater to audiences of all ages. I have a strong intuition, excellent communication and improvisation skills, and am an expert in creative problem solving. This is why I say I’m in the business of productions for ‘Kids + older’ (that, and I love a good wordplay) … feel free to reach out and ask me more about it!” – Shannon
Project Highlights
A few examples of past broadcasts, experiential events, global sporting competitions, and festivals. Partnering with a mix of event organizers and production agencies.
The Mile-
Long Opera
- Production Direction
- FOH Operations
- BOH Logistics
- Audience Experience Management
NYC Marathon & Opening Ceremony
- Operational Planning
- Fractional Team Leadership
- Executive Producer & Show Producer
- Broadcast Integration
Multiple MTV
Activations
- Festival Experience Production
- VidCon Exhibit Design & Strategy
- Scenic & Experiential Planning
Sand Blast Beach Party Weekend
- Production Direction
- Multi-location Venue Management
- FOH Operations
- Staffing & Training
Robin Hood
Benefit
- Onsite Technical Supervision
- Scenic Buildout
- Convention Center & Union Crew Coordination
Specialized Solutions for Event Planning Teams
Shannon provides fractional leadership, venue general management, and operational + sales strategy for event organizers, venues, and agencies during start up or transitional phases.
Additionally, she functions as an executive producing partner specializing in the areas below.
Logistics & Operations
Including Audience Experience Development, Front of House Planning (Security, Ticketing, Participant Communications, Staffing), Venue Management, VIP Hospitality, Transportation, Union Contracts, Multi-Site Coordination, Artist/Talent Relations, Permitting
Onsite Supervision
Including leadership for Outdoor Builds, Temporary Scenic Installations, Technical Production, Broadcast Integration, Exhibitor and Sponsor Management, Festival Activations
Project Management & Event Direction
Including Program Development, Experiential Event Planning, Show/Entertainment Production, Multi-Stakeholder Collaborations, Executive Producing, Event Design, Planning Team Oversight
What Others Are Saying
Hear directly from clients and event production partners.
Shannon consistently asked the right questions.
Jennifer Spencer
Former Director of Communications Fordham Law
Shannon is a great leader and team player for any production she works on.
Laura Ling
Former Director of the Five Boro Bike Tour
It took no time for her to gain complete trust from the client, road-mapped a meticulous plan, managed various groups of staff, executed swift troubleshooting with sponsors, vendors, & guests.
Maiko Sakai
Founder of Airtight Concepts
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PO Box 688 | NYC, NY 10108