Behind the Scenes

Jennie-lee’s work is grounded not only in the moments seen on the world stage, but in the discipline, collaboration and leadership that happens behind it.

Across global sporting and cultural events, she operates at the centre of complex environments — working closely with creative teams, producers, technical specialists, volunteers, athletes and dignitaries to ensure clarity, alignment and calm delivery under pressure.

These behind-the-scenes moments reflect the reality of large-scale event making: preparation, problem-solving, teamwork and trust. Whether engaging with global figures, guiding teams through rehearsal, or overseeing critical delivery moments, Jennie-lee brings focus, precision and care to every phase of the process.

The images here offer a glimpse into the work behind the work — the people, the preparation and the shared commitment that turn complex plans into meaningful live experiences.

Older woman with curly, blonde hair wearing yellow glasses, a colorful floral blazer, and a teal scarf, pointing at the FIFA World Cup trophy displayed in a glass case, with a purple background featuring logos of various sponsors.
A group of people participating in a memorial or tribute ceremony inside a tent, with some showing emotional reactions.
Television screen displaying a woman with short hair, wearing yellow glasses, smiling. The screen has text about women featured in an International Women’s Day video, with her name and title as Jenn-Lee Van Gelder, Ceremonies Director at MarComs & Ev
Two women blowing kisses at the camera in front of a backdrop displaying the 2017 FINA World Championships in Budapest, featuring a lion statue and a cartoon mascot with a lotus flower on its head.
Woman standing in front of a large digital display at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, smiling and gesturing with her arms open.
A woman standing on a large, ornate, pink and black Persian rugs, outdoors near a body of water, with a palm tree nearby.
A woman with curly blonde hair wearing yellow glasses and a yellow blazer with leaf patterns, smiling at the camera.
Woman celebrating with arms raised in front of a large sign that reads 'CHAMPIONS' at the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021, night time.
A woman with blond hair, red glasses, and a black shirt is smiling and holding a paper bag with a message that says "You're Awesome" and red hearts, in an indoor setting with vending machines and seating in the background.
Woman standing next to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Winner's Trophy display, wearing yellow glasses and patterned colorful coat
A woman with curly blonde hair and red glasses smiling and holding a large, colorful circular tray with a patterned border and logos in the center, in an office setting.
A woman standing at a podium giving a presentation at an event for Caspa, which is related to Sydney Catholic Schools Performing Arts. The screen behind her displays points about auditions, professional development, teacher twilight workshops, in-sch
A woman with blonde hair wearing a decorative gold eye mask, a blue shirt with a white collar, and a maroon lanyard with a pattern, smiling in an indoor setting.
A smiling woman with yellow glasses, blonde curly hair, wearing a black top and a red and gray patterned scarf, sitting at a desk in an office with colorful folders and artwork on the wall.
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