Technical Director Disney Parks Live Entertainment
CurrentCreative Live Entertainment – Technical Director• Developed entertainment offerings from conception to completion, created bid packages for external vendors, negotiated prices in collaboration with the Procurement team, attended site visits to ensure targeted dates were met, facilitated the installation process implementing notes from Executive Reviews, and successfully opened on time.Technical Manager for various entertainment offerings within a theme park environment, large scale events, as well as on location production for film and television. - Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge opening ceremonies - April 2019 - D23 Expo: the largest Disney fan event in the world - August 2019 - ABC Dancing with the Stars (Disney Night) - October 2019 - Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure - October 2019 - Daytime Emmy nomination for ABC Disney Parks Holiday television special - November 2019 - American Idol Top 40 from Disney's Aulani Resort Hawaii - January 2020 Special Events & Technical Services – General Foreman | Head Carpenter | Assistant Technical Director• Spearheaded day-of installations by leading teams, overcoming obstacles, and executing on time deliveries.Broadcast Services – Production Assistant• Collaborated with internal and external television production teams ensuring timelines, safety standards, and union rules were adhered to and creating a team environment focused on accomplishing the task at hand.Disney University – Instructor | Facilitator• Taught classes of 150+ new employees in the Welcome to Park Operations and Welcome to Entertainment courses. • Conducted 8 hour long, 2 day training courses to diverse lines of business, including getting to know you activities, prepared lectures, and informational tours.Attractions Operations – Guest Show Operations | Ride Operator• Upheld stringent safety measures on various ride control systems, provided operational input for major refurbishments.
