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• Build a pool of talent to ensure positions are filled so guests have the best show experience possible• Recruit and negotiate agreements for specialty performers/acts for live stage shows• Extensive experience with guest flow principles and pulsing for venues that attract up to 2,750 guests per hour while maintaining show quality and ensuring the most efficient experience possible

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• Assisted in casting by placing talent in the most appropriate role for the performer and creative direction set by production

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• Ensure the operational efficiency of administration, show elements, and performance venues/show areas

• 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• Work remotely and manage scheduling, prompt client contact, phones, and email correspondence

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