Kelly Melo

Show Producer / Show Caller / Event Producer

​​​​​661-645-9847

kellymelo@me.com

With over 25 years of experience in live event production, I specialize in delivering seamless, high-impact experiences for a wide range of event formats and audiences. From concept to execution, I bring leadership, precision, and creativity to every show.

Show Production & Calling

  • Expert Show Producer and Show Caller for live and virtual events
  • Program scripting, cueing, show flow design, and real-time stage direction
  • Mic assignments, video presets, lighting presets
  • Management of pre-recorded video content and live integrations
  • Skilled in large-scale productions with multiple concurrent sessions and high-profile presenters


Stage & Talent Management

  • Onsite stage management, presenter coaching, and mic transitions
  • Seamless set changes and talent transitions
  • Storyboarding and creative treatments for live and video content


Event Experience

  • Extensive background in corporate meetings, award shows, fashion and hair shows, trade shows, touring events, and high-end social gatherings
  • Proven track record across brand activations, multimedia presentations, and experiential marketing events


Technical & Logistical Expertise

End-to-end event production management including:

  • Venue sourcing and site inspections
  • Local permit compliance
  • Travel, security, and crew coordination
  • Webcasting, recording, and media management
  • CAD drawing interpretation and technical layout planning
  • Deep understanding of audio, video, lighting equipment, and technical infrastructure
  • Skilled in union and non-union labor coordination and onsite management


Budgeting & Vendor Management

  • Development and oversight of production budgets ranging from $25,000 to $8M
  • RFP creation, proposal development, and vendor negotiation
  • Timeline creation, production scheduling, and client deliverable tracking
  • Vendor sourcing, contract negotiation, and product ordering


Video & Content Production

  • Video scripting, directing, and production management
  • Integration of live and pre-recorded media into show environments


Additional Expertise

  • Booking name talent and managing artist riders and onsite needs
  • Strong business foundation with an MBA in Marketing and a B.S. in Business Administration (Management)
  • Exceptional client relations and project leadership


 


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