Phoebe Keely-Thomas
Arts and Events professional
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Reliable and adaptable arts and events professional with experience across front-of-house operations, duty management, bar operations, box office, volunteer coordination, and technical theatre. Experienced in high-profile film, media, and live performance environments. A confident communicator with strong organisational skills, known for energy, professionalism, and team leadership.
Experience
WORK EXPERIENCE
DDA Global
Runner | September 2025 – Present
- Supporting production teams across high-profile film and media events, including TV and film premieres, the London Film Festival, red carpet events, and influencer activations.
- Providing on-the-ground talent support, including red carpet guidance, stage access and transitions, vehicle coordination, and transport logistics.
- Assisting with event set-up and breakdown, schedule management, crew coordination, and operational delivery.
- Collaborating with major organisations including BFI, Apple TV, Disney+ and Prime Video.
C Arts / C Venues
Duty Manager / Box Office / Front of House | June – August 2025
- Oversaw venue operations, including technical build and set-up.
- Liaised with performers and technical teams to ensure smooth show delivery and transitions.
- Coordinated venue staff, ticketing, customer service, and audience management.
Senior Bar Staff & Head Mixologist | May – July 2025
- Managed daily bar operations in a high-pressure festival environment.
- Designed cocktail menus, supervised bar teams, and trained junior staff during peak festival periods.
Busy Bees Nursery, Egham
Relief Staff | January 2023 – December 2024
SELECTED CREATIVE PROJECTS
Love, Caryl Churchill Theatre
Co-Writer, Choreographer & Performer | May 2024
- Co-wrote, choreographed, staged, and performed a physical theatre adaptation.
HOSPITALITY & EVENTS
Dani’s Catering, Marbella
Bar Staff, Mixologist & Event Staff | June – August 2023 & 2024
- Prepared cocktails and served food and drinks across a range of site-specific venues.
- Delivered high-quality customer service in busy, large-scale event settings.
Hurtwood House Anniversary Gala
Volunteer Bar Staff, Head of Welcoming Committee & Volunteer Coordinator | May 2021
- Supported high-volume drinks service and guest engagement in a fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated volunteers and managed front-of-house welcoming operations.
Education
BA English Literature & Drama – 2:1 Honours
Royal Holloway, University of London | 2022–2025
A Levels
English Literature (A*), Theatre (A*), Psychology (B)
Hurtwood House | 2020–2022