essence festival
of culture 2022

our work

project
description

This multi-day, immersive celebration of Black culture and music draws over 500,000 fans to New Orleans every year for events and performances citywide. For global and national brands, the stakes get higher each season to create attention-grabbing activations to outshine their peers.

project parameters

the challenge

Oversee crafting and installation of multiple brand activations for four clients in two separate venues, confronting quick turnarounds and various unique logistical challenges with attention to maintaining brand voice.

what

we did

  • Technical Design
  • Custom Scenery
  • Graphics
  • Installation

solution

description

We thrive under pressure and pride ourselves on being nimble in the face of adversity. Our operations and installation teams worked with each client to create distinctive solutions for a range of ever-developing needs before, during, and after the event.

scott beelman

Partner, Katapult Events
In the world of live events, where things often change on a whim, it’s great to have a fabrication partner who understands our business and exceeds our expectations every single time.

Kristen Kain

Marketing + Events
Downtown FabWorks is a great group to work with on any event project. They are experienced in all things related to scenic fabrication and installation and are flexible and accommodating as the needs of the project are developing. Having a reliable scenic partner is crucial to the success of the project, and Downtown FabWorks does not disappoint.

mandi (ridgdell) mueller

Account Manager, Solomon Group
We love our partnership with Downtown FabWorks; between their quality leadership and fortitude they are second to none.

paul utterback

Business Development, Crystal Clear Imaging
A model company for design and fabrication. If you can dream it, Downtown FabWorks can do it.

IrINa Gusin

Independent Exhibitions Producer
Dan and his team at Downtown FabWorks were able to fully produce and execute a largescale structure thoughtfully and in record time when my project’s deadline was threatened by Hurricane Ida. I couldn’t be more appreciative of Dan’s professionalism and hard work during a very stressful and uncertain time. Dan and his team were a joy to work with!

Mike Cassesi

Owner, Cassesi Commercial Construction
Dan and his team are true professionals who are in a league of their own. When it comes to creativity, quality, and skill, Downtown FabWorks is a company that we know we can trust. Dan is down-to-earth, responsive, hardworking, and a true pleasure to work with every time.

Chuck Breaux sr

Owner, Advanced AV Solutions
Working with Dan and his team has been great. We always have a need for custom fab solutions in our line of work and these guys deliver top-notch work on time, every time. I highly recommend them for any of your fabrication needs.