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I'm Ashton Laurence, an operations-focused creative project lead with a track record of producing live events and coordinating cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. I excel at turning concepts into polished experiences, managing logistics from venue coordination to vendor contracts, and driving creative collaboration across marketing, design, performance, and production. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, I communicate clearly, anticipate risks, and proactively solve problems to meet tight timelines while delivering engaging, memorable events. I'm passionate about brand strategy, audience growth, creative development and building strong stakeholder relationships.…I'm Ashton Laurence, an operations-focused creative project lead with a track record of producing live events and coordinating cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. I excel at turning concepts into polished experiences, managing logistics from venue coordination to vendor contracts, and driving creative collaboration across marketing, design, performance, and production. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, I communicate clearly, anticipate risks, and proactively solve problems to meet tight timelines while delivering engaging, memorable events. I'm passionate about brand strategy, audience growth, creative development and building strong stakeholder relationships.

Ashton Laurence

Creative Director, Music Producer, Session Artist, +7

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I'm Ashton Laurence, an operations-focused creative project lead with a track record of producing live events and coordinating cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. I excel at turning concepts into polished experiences, managing logistics from venue coordination to vendor contracts, and driving creative collaboration across marketing, design, performance, and production. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, I communicate clearly, anticipate risks, and proactively solve problems to meet tight timelines while delivering engaging, memorable events. I'm passionate about brand strategy, audience growth, creative development and building strong stakeholder relationships.…I'm Ashton Laurence, an operations-focused creative project lead with a track record of producing live events and coordinating cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. I excel at turning concepts into polished experiences, managing logistics from venue coordination to vendor contracts, and driving creative collaboration across marketing, design, performance, and production. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, I communicate clearly, anticipate risks, and proactively solve problems to meet tight timelines while delivering engaging, memorable events. I'm passionate about brand strategy, audience growth, creative development and building strong stakeholder relationships.

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I’m Ashton Laurence, an operations-focused creative project lead with a track record of producing live events and coordinating cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. I excel at turning concepts into polished experiences, managing logistics from venue coordination to vendor contracts, and driving creative collaboration across marketing, design, performance, and production.

Based in Nairobi, Kenya, I communicate clearly, anticipate risks, and proactively solve problems to meet tight timelines while delivering engaging, memorable events. I’m passionate about brand strategy, audience growth, creative development and building strong stakeholder relationships.

Language

English

Fluent

Swahili

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Japanese

Beginner

Work Experience

Performer at Dagoz Artist Venue

September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025

Performed in structured live productions requiring discipline, timing precision, and collaboration. Worked with intimate production schedules and coordinated rehearsals. Maintained professional standards in high-visibility performance environments.

Operations & Administration Intern at Dagoz Artist Venue

March 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021

Oversight on event scheduling, artist communications, and logistical coordination. Supported administrative workflows and internal operations. Contributed to venue management, online visibility, and stakeholder communications.

Founder & Creative Director at WUNDERLUST

November 1, 2019 - Present

Produced and executed ticketed live events from concept to completion. Managed end-to-end logistics including venue coordination, vendor contracts, technical production, and talent booking. Oversaw event budgets, cost tracking, and revenue performance. Led cross-functional creative teams across marketing, design, performance, and production. Developed brand strategy and audience growth initiatives. Anticipated operational risks and implemented contingency plans in high-pressure environments.

Independent Artist & Project Lead

December 1, 2017 - Present

Managed end-to-end creative production pipelines including scheduling, collaboration, and delivery milestones. Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams (producers, designers, performers). Oversaw content rollout strategy and audience engagement initiatives. Analyzed streaming and engagement data to inform release strategy and optimization.