Her 18-years as an artist with Cirque du Soleil kicked off with Mystere, where she was hired as a Teeterboard Flyer, Tumbler and Chinese poles artist. In 2003 she joined the cast of La Nouba as a Powertrack/Trampoline artist, and eventually became an Acrobatic Character in the show.
Mel finished her performing career in 2017 at the close of La Nouba, and in January 2018 was offered a spot in the Casting Team. No longer on stage herself, Mel is now continuing her passion for live acrobatic performance as an Acrobatic Casting Advisor; connecting great talent with great shows.