Mona Masjedi
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Music Entertainment Travel Specialist with 25 years of experience coordinating complex domestic and international travel for production teams, artists and Crew. Skilled in managing last-minute changes, negotiating rates, and delivering seamless, VIP-level service. Proven ability to balance cost efficiency with high-touch client satisfaction in fast-paced environments. Efficiency in Sabre, Excel, and Grasp reporting system.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Music Entertainment Travel & Touring
Lock Travel Mgmt
Los Angeles
08.2017 - 05.2026
- Coordinated domestic and international travel for touring artists, bands, and crew, managing high-volume.
- Booked flights, hotels, groups, ground transportation, and greeter service while ensuring alignment with tour schedules and production timelines.
- Managed last-minute changes, cancellations, and emergencies with minimal disruption to tour operations.
- Collaborated with tour managers, production teams, and artist management to ensure seamless logistics and clear communication.
- Handled VIP and confidential travel arrangements for artists and executives with a high level of discretion.
- Monitored travel budgets, tracked expenses, and processed invoices in compliance with company policies.
- Provided 24/7 on-call support during active tours to resolve travel-related issues in real time.
- Full-time
On-Site Corporate Travel Specialist
Adelman Travel
Century City, CA
09.2014 - 02.2017
- Managed end-to-end travel arrangements for Westfield Corporation’s executives and employees, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and meeting logistics.
- Coordinated domestic and international itineraries, ensuring alignment with business schedules and company travel policies.
- Negotiated preferred rates with airlines, hotels, and vendors to reduce costs and maximize value.
- Monitored travel expenses, reconciled invoices, and supported expense reporting processes.
- Full-time
Contracted Corporate/Entertainment Travel Consultant
Independent Travel Consultant Contractor
Los Angeles, CA
09.2008 - 09.2014
- Provided full-service travel planning for individual clients, businesses, and groups, including flights, accommodations, and transportation.
- Designed customized itineraries based on client preferences, budgets, and travel goals.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Handled invoicing, payments, and expense tracking as part of independent business operations.
- References at EMI Capitol Records, CBS, Paramount Records, BCD Multi-accounts.
- Contractor
Lead Corporate Travel Consultant
Jeffries & Company NYC
New York & Los Angeles
03.2004 - 09.2007
- Lead a fast paced on-site branch travel office of an Investment banking in Manhattan; NY.
- Designed customized itineraries based on client preferences, budgets, and travel goals.
- Manage travel for Corporate finance division of the overseas offices in London, Dubai, and India.
- Full-time
Lead Corporate Travel Consultant
World Travel Partners
Los Angeles, CA
08.1996 - 11.2003
- Managed a one-person on-site travel office for a prestigious law firm in Downtown LA.
- Proven record of exceeding customer expectations of performance.
- Negotiated rates and sourced cost-effective options while maintaining high-quality travel experiences.
- Full-time
Executive VIP Entertainment Travel
20th Century Fox Film Corporation
Century City, CA
05.1994 - 06.1995
- Managed all aspects of domestic and International travel arrangements for The CEO, Chairman, Presidents.
- Handled a $2million plus combined accounts of Fox Int’l Videos, Latin American Channel, Int’l TV, and publicity tours.
- Full-time
Education
No Degree - Business Management
UCLA
Los Angeles10-1991
Skills
- Sabre proficiency
- Excel, Google Drive, Dropbox, Grasp Reporting System, Outlook
Languages
french
Limited Working
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Music Entertainment Travel & Touring
Lock Travel Mgmt
08.2017 - 05.2026
On-Site Corporate Travel Specialist
Adelman Travel
09.2014 - 02.2017
Contracted Corporate/Entertainment Travel Consultant
Independent Travel Consultant Contractor
09.2008 - 09.2014
Lead Corporate Travel Consultant
Jeffries & Company NYC
03.2004 - 09.2007
Lead Corporate Travel Consultant
World Travel Partners
08.1996 - 11.2003
Executive VIP Entertainment Travel
20th Century Fox Film Corporation
05.1994 - 06.1995
No Degree - Business Management
UCLA