Monica Vandehei Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, CA, US

Los Angeles, California, United States

Overseeing all technical aspects of productions at the PRG LA Virtual Production Studio with projects ranging from live music performances, music videos, Film/TV, Commercial and video game release broadcasts.-xR, tracked camera, set extension-LED Volume-Car process-Live broadcastOff-site projects requiring technical builds including televised sporting.

Los Angeles, CA

• Oversee all operations of multimillion-dollar immersive entertainment brand - Received industry acclaim from LA Times, Forbes, and more
• Directly manage 7 departments, 40+ internal and external team members - Creative Content, PR/Marketing, Wardrobe/HMU, Scenic Design, A/V Tech, Guest Services, Construction/Permitting
• Ability to trouble shoot all technical components (audio, lighting, projection mapping, holographic effects)
• Build budgets, schedules and track all spending
• Secure liability coverage, COIs, Liquor License, building/operating permits
• Facilitated partnership with state-of-the-art audio company L-Acoustics

• SoCal Advisory Board
• Co-Chair of 2018 and 2019 Annual Gala
• Coordinated design, budget and execution of revitalized event formatNational Board of Directors
• Served alongside automotive, safety industry and government officials
• Review budgets and strategy for $40M national organization
• Committee member for new fundraising and social media strategies

Greater Los Angeles Area

• Oversee design, construction and operational protocol of new office space
• Tour with major artist client, LP (@iamlpofficial), through North America and Europe - Assist with advancing production needs, coordinating travel, itinerary, merchandise sales, and accounting - Coordinate media.

• Supported world-renowned young prodigy pianist with a mission for helping others
• Organized fundraising events with non-profits nationwide through outreach + solicitation response
• Liaise between artist + NPOs to design events that best fit the audience, mission + fundraising goals
• Facilitated partnership with LiveNation to promote events

Essex, CT

• The mission of Sister Cities Essex Haiti is to sustain partnerships with the people of Deschapelles, Haiti which expand educational and cultural opportunities.
• Shared leadership responsibility with co-chair on development strategy
• Organized events and fundraising activities to support mission
• Created sponsorship solicitation materials and directed committee in procuring financial support
• Assisted with outreach and marketing efforts
• Fostered partnerships with local businesses to promote events and encourage local donationsEvents Co-Charied:

Chester, CT

• Curated seasonal art exhibits and marketed gallery openings
• Increased overall event revenue by 40%
• Initiated weekly “Meet The Maker” event series at local farmers’ market
• Created still-ongoing, monthly, town-wide “First Friday” event series
• Managed and wrote copy for weekly newsletter, blog, and online shop
• Helped create and maintain brand culture focused on friendly and knowledgeable customer service