Me'lanie

Offering remote/virtual services now & socially distanced in-person events. For in person events during covid-19 please specify if vaccinations required & if all persons will be wearing masks, indoors or outdoors etc... so that the right talent can be booked.

Creative, Dedicated, Hard working, Passionate, Professional, Reliable, Safe, Talented, Thorough, Trust worthy
& Versatile. Adapting to each event & client to make sure it's appropriate for each audience.

I am an entertainer as well as so many other things (see Bio). Please note this includes Production assistant or manager & a booking agent so I can book & manage others to offer a large variety of event services.

Me'lanie (pronounced May~Lonnie) has been working in the event entertainment, marketing/promotions & nightlife industries for over 20 years in the Portland, Oregon metro area.

Creative, Dedicated, Professional, Reliable, Sincere, Smart, Talented, Trust-worthy & Versatile describe Me'lanie.

A "Jill of several trades" providing versatility with both performing ("Front & Center") *&* "Behind the scenes" for a variety of events & productions.

Whether you're looking for one talent *OR MORE people* & standard or custom outfits/themes ~ you should be able to be accommodated. Love those themes!

Whether it's your ideas, Me'lanie's, or a collaboration~ your event can be custom tailored to make it extra special!

Dance background: Jazz, lyrical, modern & tap.
Acting & modeling school training, former pageant Queen.

SERVICES~ FRONT & CENTER:
*Acting;
*Brand Ambassador;
*Candy cigarette girl;
*Character (roaming or stationary: event atmosphere; modeling);
*Dancing (freestyle; GoGo; Isis wings; short choreographed solo or group);
*Emceeing/MC'ing;
*Greeting;
*Hostessing;
*Personality (con/expo/tradeshow booth; on air; stage; party);
*Promotional talent;
*Mascot;
*Modeling (character; costume; demonstration; hair; print; show; specialty; step/repeat photo opps; stock);
*Server (VIP/special events: Bottle service; Champagne Greeter; plate passing).

SERVICES~ BEHIND THE SCENES:
*Booking (other talent; event services; dj's, photographers);
*Consulting (entertainment direction; Set-ups for dancers);
*Coordinating (talent; events; services);
*Creative Director;
*Designing (accessories; costumes; props; event/stage/venue concepts/themes);
*Event planning;
*Event set-up/break-down (striking);
*Production assistance;
*Stage manager;
*Voice overs.

** During covid-19 I personally will only be doing remote/virtual events or socially distanced performances/services &/ or wearing masks. I can book others whom do not need to wear a mask. Please specify if vaccinations & masks are required & any covid-19 related info.
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Each area of service requires different materials, set-up, etc. so it depends on which service you are booking & what you request as far as costume, event, music, needs, theme, etc.. (Please see stage/set-up requirements section for the short, base list of given standards).

Standard info:
Performances & Services are provided in sets of time (each role different), NOT a straight shot of time/marathon (unless just 1 performance).

To expedite the process & to make sure that there's a clear understanding & to provide a better quote: Please provide AS MUCH INFO as possible here *AND* also please ask any questions that you may have regarding your inquiry.

** Remember: it is possible to BOOK MULTIPLE TALENT/PROFESSIONALS thru Me'lanie Talent! Please specify that if it's needed. Note~ GoGo's are usually booked as a minimum of 2 dancers (duo). **

Here's a list to help you provide the details needed:

1. WHO (are you & whom are you representing? Your business's name or clarify if a personal event; your role/title/position & are you the one authorized to hire & pay? Note: booking contract must be executed with the authorized payer);

2. WHAT (please specify type of talent you're wishing to book; is the event/project; budget; # of talent you're in need of. If you're not sure & need ideas or suggestions let me know);

3. WHERE (event location/venue name & full address);

4. WHEN (is the event/project~ day, date & hours wanted for booking ~start/stop time);

5. Any & all other specific details. Examples are:
what kind of atmosphere/crowd/music/theme; any other performers/talent there & that info; is there a dj or live music, is there a sound system; is there an open stage;
what is the set-up & timeline of party's events;
any special costumes/outfits/wardrobe/hair & makeup & are they provided;
any special materials needed;
are travel & hotel provided for outside of PDX metro;
any contracts/documents required (we have our own booking contract); is there a private, secured dressing room for us, etc... you get the idea.

6. Any questions that you may have related to your event/project.

7. How did you hear about Me'lanie Talent? (Gigsalad; referred by someone; randomly found our website; our social media, etc...).

~~ As for working conditions/needs. Here are some given standards:

* A Professional, Respectful, Safe, Drama/ Drug/ Harassment Free working environment.

*For events it is standard to include a minimum of one assistant/escort for each performer/talent/worker (2 may be required @ private homes & large or rowdy events for safety).

*Free bottled water is a standard provision while working at an event. No Nestlé please (we are Pro human rights)!

*For Performer role: a separate, private & secure/locked dressing/"green" room area (safe, easy to access, clean, temp 70-74°F, well lit, full mirror, clean/clear table or very large counters, minimum 2 clean/clear chairs per performer, working clock, working & accessible/available plug ins, bottled water~No Nestlé please, napkins/paper towels, garbage bin. Females separated from males & always away from customers/guests/clients, preferably something to hang costumes up on).

*For Service Role: easy to access, well lit, clean, safe & secure (or locked area) for belongings.

*For dancing/performing (in general): a dry, safe, smooth & sturdy space to perform in/on (with security in places like bars, clubs, concerts, EDM events, anywhere people are drinking alcohol or may get extra excited or rowdy, etc...).

*For GoGo dancing: a safe/secure stage or smaller platform box/cube (Square) size of 4x4 is generally the standard.

Other shaped platforms are more dangerous & limiting but can be considered. Bar tops are on a strict case by case basis (needing something sturdy to hold onto & no drinks being placed around dancer) but usually it's just NOT safe for anyone & NOT practical.