Billy Murray Email & Phone Number

Buena Park, California, United States

• Create processes and procedures that streamline the audition experience
• Cast talent in the most appropriate role for the performer and the needs of the entertainment operation
• Foster a comfortable and safe environment that makes candidates feel welcome and enthusiastic about returning to future auditions
• Build the standard operating procedures for entertainment talent casting for large scale events and immersive entertainment
• Partner with show directors, choreographers, and producers to build diverse and inclusive casts

Buena Park, California, United States

• Partner with Producers, Show Directors and Designers to cast the largest and longest running Halloween event in Southern California
• Managed talent and event operations for live entertainment attractions that 30,000 guests experience every day
• Lead and inspire a team of 1,200 diverse professionals by casting talent and placing individuals into roles most appropriate for the production and the talent’s abilities
• Organize, advertise, and facilitate high-volume/in-person auditions for Scary Farm monsters, singers, dancers, stunt actors and contracted performance artists
• Manage the full-circle of employment from hiring to termination for seasonal associates
• Create contingency casting plans to avoid entertainment offerings going down

Buena Park, California

• Maintained an inspiring and positive attitude with a strong focus to mentor, engage, coach, and develop a diverse team for live themed entertainment
• Make balanced day-to-day operational decisions that benefit Guests, Associates and the demands of the business/operational needs
• Provide direction and leadership for 60+ Talent and Associates that cultivates a collaborative, inspiring and professional culture
• Training and Performance direction for show moments and atmospheric performances
• Conduct Job Performance Evaluations and enforce company policies in a professional manner
• Handle difficult Guest situations or recoveries and have knowledge of all entertainment/theme park operations

Orange, California

• Bring joy, wonder, laughter and comfort to hospitalized children and all others who need it the most
• Supervise and empower a team of professional performers in highly sensitive units at CHOC Children’s Hospital
• Partner with physicians and care providers on common goals and introduce play into the clinical environment
• Provide direction and leadership that cultivates a collaborative, inspiring, and professional culture
• Make daily scheduling adjustments that best serve the organization
• Hold performers accountable to the creative intent set by production and provide performance notes to improve show quality

• Contribute strategic creative direction and graphic design
• Performance and public-speaking coach
• Launched a business-oriented Community app for solopreneurs and freelancers
• Conceptualize new content, collaborate closely with talent, write scripts and edit storylines
• Film product footage and post-production editing
• Social media content creation, platform management, and community engagement

Orange County, California Area

• Oversaw training for entertainment cast members
• Train, direct, and inspire cast members how to vocally and physically portray world-famous Characters per Disney standards of excellence
• Created the Character Look-Alike Operating Guide and training materials for the Disneyland Resort
• Assist with the audition, casting, and on-boarding process for new cast members
• Provide effective and courteous performance feedback to bring artists to their full potential

Anaheim, California, United States

• Performed as a character lookalike in an immersive themed environment and for special events
• Met and exceeded guest expectations through engaging and memorable meet and greets
• Effectively displayed competence of the the company’s five keys which include safety, courtesy, efficiency, show, and inclusion

Anaheim, California, United States

• Focused on the guest’s experience by anticipating their needs
• Assisted costumed characters in performing within the meet and greet operation
• Use themed laughed to communicate information and facilitate dialog between characters and guests
• Manage set schedules
• Have general knowledge of the Disneyland Resort including entertainment offerings and attractions

Palmetto, Florida, United States

• Performed as a Ringling Bros clown on their touring arena productions
• Maintain effective professional relationships with marketing, vendors and show operations
• Conducted media and goodwill appearances for live audiences
• On-mic host of the All-Access PreShow, CircusFit Presentations, and Animal Open House
• Promoted the touring units as a trusted and reliable public relations performer and brand ambassador

Orange County, California Area

Heal with humor as a resident clown doctor at Children's Hospital of Orange County.

• Cast, train, and manage talent who perform “In-Character” face-to-face with guests for Holiday themed events
• Maintain a safe and efficient area for both the costumed characters and the Guests
• Praise, influence, and recognize talent

• Instruct children from 18 months to 18 years old in gymnastics in a fun and safe environment that promotes opportunity for strength, self-esteem and success
• Sales, new athlete registration
• Organize special events, camps and field trips

Greater Los Angeles Area

• Seasonal performer for Halloween Horror Nights and Grinchmas
• Performed “In-Character” in an atmosphere setting as well as stationary meet and greet locations around the theme park
• Demonstrated dedication and commitment to excellence in the operation, which included front-facing interaction with Guests and Talent
• Provide world-class entertainment

• Provide exceptional service in a fast-paced and popular nighttime destination
• Take reservations and pair Guests with the best table available
• Morning bartender in the 24-hour restaurant located in the busy lobby of the hotel in Downtown Los Angeles
• Provide Banquet Service for many different types of events including weddings and corporate functions
• Secretary and administrative duties at Rudy's Barbershop
• Micros POS

Greater Philadelphia Area

• Terror Behind the Walls
• Atmosphere performer
• Scareactor
• Stilt walker

• Continental Midtown
• Recruited, trained and supervised more than 40 employees in a restaurant with over $11 million in annual sales
• Reorganized an establishment’s food guide and training requirements to produce efficient and knowledgeable new hires
• Achieved the title of ‘Top Server’ by providing personable and memorable service in a high-volume restaurant every shiftFloor Manager & Trainer
• Service portions including, server, food runner, banquet and special events service
• Aloha POS

Education record

Education record

Diploma