I am Hessel Hooglugt, a dedicated and versatile professional deeply rooted in the music industry as well as social work. Having founded and managed High Sky Music Group, I have extensive experience in artist and event management, organizing prominent club events and guiding talented artists to grow their careers. After the Covid-19 pandemic, I've expanded my skills through freelance roles in event management, AI training, voice acting, and copywriting. My passion for using creativity to improve the world has led me to combine music industry expertise with social impact by coordinating activities at the Stichting Eiwerk music centre and volunteering as a coach for Music Moves. I strongly believe that real-world experience surpasses formal education and I am committed to making a positive difference, whether professionally, through volunteer work, or personally.

Hessel Hooglugt

I am Hessel Hooglugt, a dedicated and versatile professional deeply rooted in the music industry as well as social work. Having founded and managed High Sky Music Group, I have extensive experience in artist and event management, organizing prominent club events and guiding talented artists to grow their careers. After the Covid-19 pandemic, I've expanded my skills through freelance roles in event management, AI training, voice acting, and copywriting. My passion for using creativity to improve the world has led me to combine music industry expertise with social impact by coordinating activities at the Stichting Eiwerk music centre and volunteering as a coach for Music Moves. I strongly believe that real-world experience surpasses formal education and I am committed to making a positive difference, whether professionally, through volunteer work, or personally.

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I am Hessel Hooglugt, a dedicated and versatile professional deeply rooted in the music industry as well as social work. Having founded and managed High Sky Music Group, I have extensive experience in artist and event management, organizing prominent club events and guiding talented artists to grow their careers. After the Covid-19 pandemic, I’ve expanded my skills through freelance roles in event management, AI training, voice acting, and copywriting.

My passion for using creativity to improve the world has led me to combine music industry expertise with social impact by coordinating activities at the Stichting Eiwerk music centre and volunteering as a coach for Music Moves. I strongly believe that real-world experience surpasses formal education and I am committed to making a positive difference, whether professionally, through volunteer work, or personally.

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Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Fluent

Work Experience

Managing Director at High Sky Music Group
November 1, 2015 - Present
Founded and directed High Sky Music Group delivering artist and event management services. Organized multiple club events at renowned Amsterdam venues such as WesterUnie and Panama, leading full production and facilities teams. Managed and developed professional careers of Hungarian DJ/producers Naulé and Hundred Sins, and managed Vessbroz. Transitioned post-Covid to freelance roles including event management, AI training, voice acting, and copywriting.
Coördinator / Sound Engineer (Freelance) at Stichting Eiwerk
May 1, 2025 - Present
Coordinated daily activities and intake and evaluation of participants at the music centre, aligning social work with music industry expertise. Served technical roles as sound engineer and stage manager for performance nights including at Paradiso concert Ritme van de Stad in June 2025.
Coach / Mover (Voluntary) at Music Moves
September 1, 2021 - Present
Volunteered to organize music events for vulnerable audiences, helped design training programs, and participated in inclusivity initiatives such as hosting a Music Moves area at DGTL Festival. Coached the highly successful Neuro Dive event for neurodivergent individuals in collaboration with Stichting Neurodiversiteit and continues to support subsequent events.
Location Manager (Freelance) at International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA)
November 1, 2023 - Present
Managed VR pavilion locations for IDFA in 2023 and to reprise role in 2025, overseeing venue logistics and operations.
Event Coordinator (Freelance) at Fever
October 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Coordinated events for Fever's Candlelight series in Amsterdam, contributing to their rapid growth. Managed events held at unique venues like Scheepvaartmuseum, KIT's Maximazaal, and Thuishaven.
Location Manager (Voluntary) at Popronde Utrecht
October 12, 2017 - August 4, 2025
Managed performances in two venues for the Popronde Utrecht event, including sound engineering support for band performances, ensuring an exact schedule adherence on the event night.
Various Temp Positions at Hospitality Heroes
June 30, 2019 - August 4, 2025
Worked various temporary roles in hospitality and events at venues such as Johan Cruijff ArenA, Beurs van Berlage, and Stedelijk Museum.
Assistant Store Manager at Dirck III
June 30, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Supported store management including inventory, personnel planning, and financial administration; managed the store independently during manager's holiday month for stable income amid Covid-19.
Sales Assistant at Gall & Gall
March 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Part-time sales assistant covering multiple shifts and temporarily assuming store manager responsibilities at the Mijdrecht location, demonstrating dedication and reliability.
Youth Trainer at Hockey Vereniging Mijdrecht
June 30, 2013 - August 4, 2025
Led and designed training sessions for children across various ages in local field hockey club.

Education

Higher Education at Hogeschool Inholland Haarlem - International Music Management
September 1, 2014 - July 1, 2015
Higher Education at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht - Kunst & Economie
September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Higher Education at Hogeschool Inholland Diemen - Leisure Management
September 1, 2015 - March 1, 2016

Qualifications

HACCP Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization, Education