Kingvention is a Michael Jackson Fan Convention that celebrates the incredible life & career of The World’s Greatest Superstar.
Our Team
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Pez Jax
Creative Director
Pez Jax is a Commercial Marketing Director, writer, author, music graduate and Michael Jackson fan based in London. In 2020, Jax released his second book 'The Story of HIStory' which tell the story of Michael Jackson's album HIStory: Past, Present and Future - Book I, from the making of the sounds in the studio to the world tour, including many interviews from people who worked on the album, the videos, the promotion and the tour. -
Craig Barclay
Host
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Alexandra Corrigan
Stage Manager
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Louise Hotson
Fan Correspondent
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Ilia Mizani
Event Usher
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Clotilde Conteau
Accommodation / Stand Manager
Clotilde Conteau Belhache is a Global Account Manager at HelmsBriscoe, a Venue finder company.Conteau holds a background in hospitality and was a Meeting and Event Manager in a prestigious hotel in central Paris, France.
She joined the Venue Finder HelmsBriscoe in 2012, and without Conteau, Kingvention would not be as she is the one making sure to find Kingvention a home.
She has become a very long-lasting friend of the team.
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Sebastian Mille
Event & Logistics Director
With over 15 years experience in organising and managing events of all sizes, Sebastian takes care of all the aspects of Kingvention to ensure it runs smoothly.
Also co-author of the Michael Jackson Ultimate Collector Series with Fabrice Ancellet aka Hector Barjot, the famous French Youtuber. -
Carolina Costa
Videographer
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Kevin Collett
Photographer
Kevin has a wealth of experience behind the camera. Whether it's standing in the cold filming cars around race tracks, shooting tv series or music videos, he's been there.He's also a dab hand at photography too, which was his first interest when he set sail on his visual voyage.
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Lounis Tiar
Photographer
French photographer based in London and Michael Jackson fan since 1992. -
Nick Gumpo
Technical Director
Nick is our Special “Moonwalker” Technical Director who has 4 years of experience in the production and filming industry and has worked with Kevin Hart, Davido and Burna Boy, to name just a few.
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Euan Ball
Videographer
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Christophe Conteau
Stand Manager
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Melanie Bohulu
Event Usher
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Eva Fialova
Event Usher
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Perrie Mirelle
Stand Manager
Meet Perrie, Pez’s mom who has been supporting her son in his fandom since the begining of times.
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Melody Allouche
Production Manager
Melody is an experienced production manager with a passion for managing various types of productions. Over the years, she has thrived on collaborating with people and ensuring that everyone on the team maintains their best smiles.
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DJ Andy Slim Black
DJ
DJ Andy 'Slim' Black is no stranger to Kingvention so he knows how to please the fans and to play the right song at the right time.Andy is also a Yoga instructor - Just for your information.
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DJ Wiz
DJ
DJ Wiz has been been playing in London for over 3 years. He is very versatile and can play all genres from Pop to Hip-Hop, Disco, 90s etc.
Want To Join The Team?
Do you want to help and be part of the team of volunteers? Do you have a specific skill that can help Kingvention grow and offer a better service to the fans? Or are you a people person, passionate about events, and will be happy to help on the day with attendees and other tasks required?
Maybe this is for you, then?
We are looking for skilled people passionate about events and the King of Pop (obviously), who can bring their skills to the party. You will need to be a timekeeper and multi-tasked, and not scared to do long hours.
If you are interested, email us with your CV and why you would like to be part of the team
Event Stewards
Kingvention is looking for Event Stewards to join our team of volunteers for the 2023 event.
Our event stewards are some of the most important people on the team as they ensure that all elements of the event are staffed and managed effectively.
What you’ll be doing
The Event Stewards will be stationed at multiple zones across the event to ensure that it is well managed and attendees are able to find assistance when required. You’ll assist with helping attendees find their seats in Kingvention Live. You’ll manage the queues for the Meet & Greet session. You’ll assist with arrivals to the event and checking tickets. You’ll also help with set ups and breakdowns.
Who Are You
You are an energetic, confident individual who can adapt to any task at short notice. You’re not afraid of getting stuck in and being part of the team. You’ll be ready to take on the challenge of a long day and accept that you may not get to experience all parts of the event as attendees do.
Kingvention is looking for a Stage Manager to join our team of volunteers for the 2023 event.
This role ensures the smooth and effective running of all the activities that take place on stage as part of Kingvention live and is managed with precision.
What you’ll be doing
The Stage manager needs to ensure that they know the schedule inside out so that the stage is set for each segment of the event. You’ll be ensuring hosts and guests have the correct microphones. You’ll know the cues for stage entrances and you’ll know what dressing the stage needs at specific times.
Who Are You
You are a highly organised individual who can manage multiple moving parts at the same time. You’re always thinking about ‘what’s next’ to ensure all stage activities transition flawlessly and with minimal fuss.
Stage Manager
Guest Liaison
Kingvention is looking for a Guest Liaison to join our team of volunteers for the 2023 event.
This is an important role that is vital to the success of Kingvention and ensuring all the fans in attendance get to benefit from the presence of the VIP guests.
What you’ll be doing
As guest liaison you’ll be looking after our special VIP guests throughout the day, this includes ensuring they are following their schedule for the event, in the right place at the right times and able to move freely when required. You’ll also assist with any rider requests they may have.
Who Are You
You are a confident, highly organised individual who is able to think on their feet and has a can-do attitude. You’re happy to meet the needs of the special VIP guests and ensure their well-being, even in high-stress moments. You’ll be excited to meet and work with the VIP guests, but you won’t let this get in the way of being their liaison at the event.
Please note that all applicants to volunteer at Kingvention need to be over 18 years of age.
Email us by clicking the button below with the volunteer role you are interested in, including your CV and reasons why you would be great for this role:
Since 2015
It all started in 2015 with the crazy idea to have the only European Michael Jackson Fan Convention.
Ever since, fans were able to hear stories from over 20 special guests that have shared their intimate and professional stories with the King of Pop.
The Wall Of Fame
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Allan "Big Al" Scanlan
Former Neverland Ranch Amusement Park Manager
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Bill Bottrell
Producer, Writer & Composer
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Cindera Che
Actor & Dancer, Known for her role of Club 30’s Madame
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Craig Lamont Parks
Michael Jackson Standin / Photo Double
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Dan Beck
Former product Manager at Sony Music
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Darryl Phinnessee
Grammy Award winning singer, Emmy- nominated songwriter, performer, composer, vocal arranger and producer
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Diana Walczak
Creator of the Michael Jackson HIStory Album Cover
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Dorian Holley
Musician, backing Singer and vocal coach
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Eddie Wolfl
Photographer
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Eddie Garcia
Dancer & Choreographer
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Jean-Marie Horvat
Grammy nominated multi-platinum mixer, Writer & Producer
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Jonathan Morrish
Former Sony Music Executive
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Kevin Dorsey
Vocal Director
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Larry Stessel
Former Senior Music Executive for Sony
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Lavelle Smith Jr
Dancer & Choreographer
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Nicholas Pike
Composer - Ghosts & You Rock My World
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Rob Hoffman
Engineer & Musician
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Rupert Wainwright
Film & Television Director
Director of the HIStory Teaser -
Siedah Garrett
Singer and Songwriter
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Steven Paul Whitsitt
Photographer
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Thom Russo
Grammy winning American record producer, arranger, songwriter, Film and TV composer and mixer.
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Yuko Jackson
Dancer
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