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I had the awesome opportunity to leadthe design and execution of 5+ land buildings/carts and a major E-ticket attraction within Universal’s Epic Universe, blending creative vision with real-world logistics. Worked with cross-functional teams and external partners to bring bold concepts to life, keeping projects on track and on budget. Managed creative development through construction, ensuring seamless integration of design intent with operational goals while maintaining the integrity of the original vision

• Coordinated with internal teams and external partners to align program, budget, and scope objectives, while collaborating with creative teams (Graphics, Interiors, Lighting, Show Set) to ensure design elements supported storytelling goals and enhanced the guest experience

• Led weekly meetings with A&E vendors, contractors, and senior leadership to resolve challenges, maintain project momentum, and ensure timely delivery while preserving design integrity

• Provided regular progress reports to senior management through executive site walks, highlighting milestones, potential risks, and alignment with strategic goals

• Supported senior leadership with A&E vendors’ contractual obligations, including preparing Scopes of Work, Directives, and incorporating agreed-upon changes while balancing creative goals

• Monitored on-site construction, addressing discrepancies between drawings and creative intent for both guest-facing and back-of-house spaces

• Utilized Revit, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, and Adobe Creative Suite to produce drawings, sketches, and solutions, facilitating design updates and creative adjustments

• Streamlined document management via BIM 360 and Adobe Construction Cloud, ensuring all project files adhered to Universal’s standards and were efficiently shared across teams

• Approved and managed RFIs, submittals, and design modifications, ensuring documentation met quality standards and project specifications

• Mentored and guided team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment and providing career development and technical training

• Oversaw project schedules, budgets, and scope with stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with creative and construction standards

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In addition to my everyday responsibilities I also got the opportunity to: 

• Manage an intern - Warin Newcomb

• Participate in ride/attraction testing 

• Attend IAAPA, TEA mixers, and other industry events

• Volunteer for events including Clean the World and CFCArts

• Stay involved with UCF/UC Creative Lab and inspire future students