Kate Poueymirou
Los Angeles
Summary
Producer of immersive experiences and large-scale events, combining operational leadership with creative vision to deliver multi-million-dollar projects. Expert in team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and guest-centered operations, with a proven record of driving complex builds, festivals, and touring installations to success
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer
Fever
11.2023 - Current
- Lead the full production lifecycle for 4+ immersive experiences (Light Cycles, Astra Lumina, Forest of Shadows, Aura) across 4 sites in the U.S. and LATAM
- Manage multi-million-dollar site builds (typically $2M–$5M per site), including permitting, groundworks, major power systems, terrain adaptation, venue contracting, and large-scale installation logistics
- Lead end-to-end daily operations across ticketing, retail, food & beverage, facilities, and safety/security, ensuring seamless cross-department execution and a consistently high-quality guest experience
- Hired and developed a team of managers and entry-level staff, providing coaching and mentorship to drive independent decision-making and high performance.
- Drive operations optimization and cost-savings initiatives, delivering $10K–$25K in weekly savings through staffing efficiencies, vendor negotiations, logistics optimization, and process improvements
- Managed financial planning and oversight by forecasting revenue, controlling costs, and enforcing budget accountability, using regular performance reporting to drive informed, profit-focused decisions.
Associate Producer
Fever
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Drove operational expansion for Candlelight by adding Las Vegas and Charleston to scope of responsibility, building and leading a 20+ person team to manage concurrent multi-city operations.
- Managed and developed a team of performers and 15–20 staff, overseeing rehearsals and show flow while delivering continuous training, feedback, and growth opportunities.
- Partnered cross-functionally with Legal and senior leadership to negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with business objectives.
- Partnered directly with Warner Bros. to deliver the Harry Potter–themed Yule Ball, leading end-to-end production while ensuring brand integrity and strict IP compliance.
- Led project management for licensed IP productions, overseeing capacity planning, budgets, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration with marketing and sponsorship partners.
City Manager
Fever
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Directed the launch of Candlelight in Houston, overseeing full lifecycle event production from pre-production planning to onsite execution and post-event wrap-up.
- Oversaw budgets and P&L tracking, conducted financial forecasting, and coordinated contracts with Legal, driving fiscal accountability and operational efficiency across projects.
- Managed hiring, training, and supervision of 10+ event staff, driving
- Owned production timelines and onsite logistics, including location scouting and venue feasibility assessments, ensuring all schedules and deliverables were met operations and a guest-centered experience.
Event Producer (Freelance)
Various Companies
12.2016 - 12.2020
- Project managed the production of live events, leading all aspects from artist selection and licensing to marketing campaigns, and product launch events, while driving a 75% increase in sponsorship funding, achieving a first-time inventory sellout, and cultivating partnerships with artists and sponsors such as Red Bull and LivWell for 303 Lifestyle Magazine.
- Oversaw diverse roles across multiple teams and projects for large-scale multi-day productions.
- Designed and executed on-site operations for ticketing and credentials, trained volunteers on the operations, and implemented creative strategies to ensure a positive guest experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-2012
Skills
- Leadership, Development, and Performance Management
- Operational Management & Excellence
- Immersive Installations & Touring Logistics
- Permitting, Zoning & Compliance (International)
- Vendor & Crew Contracting (Local Global)
- Budget Oversight ($1M–$5M per market)
- Creative–Technical Show Integration
- Safety Planning, Risk Mitigation & EAPs
Credits & Major Productions
Light Cycles – London, Paris, Mexico City, Milan, Santiago, St. Louis
Astra Lumina – Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, Seattle, Dallas
Forest of Shadows – Seattle, Dallas
Mirroir Mirroir – Montréal, Calgary
Aura – San Francisco, Montréal
Timeline
Producer
Fever
11.2023 - Current
Associate Producer
Fever
07.2021 - 11.2023
City Manager
Fever
10.2020 - 09.2021
Event Producer (Freelance)
Various Companies
12.2016 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Arizona