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

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:

Artist handler: Melody Klaver

Artist: Charlotte Gabriac

All the extra dancers

And all the lovely people from DGTL ADE