DGTL & BUD present: The Crew | Meet the artist handler

DGTL & BUD present: The Crew | Meet the artist handler
Published: January 22, 2025

The chaos, the sweat, the pulse—none of it happens by accident. This series takes you behind the scenes at DGTL during Amsterdam Dance Event, visualizing hardworking individuals who turn vision into reality. Episode 1 centers around the artist handler, the unsung hero who keeps everything running smoothly in the whirlwind backstage. While the audience sees the magic on stage, it’s the artist handler who ensures the show goes on without a hitch.

The magic of the artist handler

The artist handler may not be in the spotlight, but they’re one of the most important figures at any event. When the pressure’s on, they step in and keep everything on track. From managing schedules to handling the unpredictable nature of live performances, they ensure that everything—from the artist’s comfort to the technical details—is taken care of.

The artist handler moves like a ghost backstage, organizing chaos with a calm, steady presence. They handle every detail—no matter how small—because they know that a single misstep could disrupt the entire performance. Whether it’s handling last-minute changes or navigating the storm of backstage mayhem, they maintain a level of professionalism that ensures the artist is ready to hit the stage and deliver their best, high-energy performance.

Greatness is yours to take

This series highlights the unseen dedication that makes an event like DGTL come to life. In Episode 1, the artist handler’s commitment is a perfect example of how greatness is achieved. They work in the shadows, but their impact is undeniable. Bud’s role in amplifying this greatness reflects the underlying message of the series: hard work, dedication, and passion are the keys to success. As DGTL’s artists shine on stage, it’s the artist handler working tirelessly behind the scenes, showing that greatness is built through persist.

Credits:

 

Director: Casimir Mulder
Production Company: Underscore

1st AD / Producer: Willem Beelaerts van Blokland
Productie assistent: Amantina Jean
Productie assistent: Jade Kloet
D.O.P.: Tjerk Muilwijk
1st AC: Boyd Bakema
Steadicam: Ab Gülten
Gaffer: Berend Holtkamp
Gaffer: Jan Nelemans
Best boy: Mees Blaak
Sound operator: Thijs Brands
Art director: Julia van der Veen
Styling: Merel van Kesteren
Movement director: Charles Pas
MUAH: Magdalena Kielb
Runner: Sasha van der Schaaf

Offline editor: Zep van Hoof
Online editor: Cas Velthuis
Grading: Wietse van Bezooijen
Film development: Haghe Film
Sounddesign + audiomix: David Coehorst
Graphics: GURB

Team DGTL:
Tessa Ponjee
Thomas van Well Groeneveld

Cast:
Artisthandler: Melody Klaver
Artist: Charlotte Gabriac
All the extra dancers
And all the lovely people from DGTL ADE

DGTL AMS

7 – 8 – 9 APRIL 2023