Adam Rivest

Adam Rivest: Delivering Reliable Results through Creative Solutions

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Innovative and results-oriented Producer with extensive experience in concept development, production, design execution, and developing a staff capable of producing award-winning attractions. Exemplary leader with above-average organization skills and a tactical background in design management, in-field execution, and entertainment business. Strong history of building and leading cross-functional teams with as many as 60+ different reports to top-flight service. Deep understanding of story, design development, technical, facility, ride systems, construction, budgets, and media provides for a holistic understanding of project integration and a fully formed grasp of production needs. Areas of Expertise Creative Development – Strategic Planning – Quality Improvement – Budgeting & Expenditures – Problem Resolution– Technical Direction – Facility Integration – Vendor & Contract Management – Team Building – Training & Leadership

Show Producer at Universal Creative

December 2013 - Present | Orlando, FL

Responsible for creative development and execution of large-scale attractions and master planning for Universal Studios theme parks.

Associate Producer at Universal Creative

December 2013 - March 2016 | Orlando, FL

I assist in the production of large-scale attractions for Universal Studios Theme Parks

Manager, Entertainment Production at Universal Orlando

May 2000 - December 2013

I Produce seasonal and new entertainment offerings including parades, concerts, live stage shows, and themed entertainment.

Supervisor at Six Flags

1992 - 1998

Held many positions including performer, show lead, Technician, Admissions, security manager, & coporate entertainment coordinator.

Full Sail University

2013 – 2014

Master of Science (M.S.)

Concentration: Entertainment Business

Emerson College

1998 – 1999

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Concentration: Theater Design / Production Management

Elon University

1997 – 1998

Concentration: Musical Theater

Dean College

1995 – 1997

Associate of Arts (AA)

Concentration: Music/Theather/Dance

Ludlow High

1991 – 1995

Entertainment, Live Events, Theme Parks, Event Management, Theater, Event Planning, Stage Management, Production Management, Microsoft Office, Computers, Budgets, Concept Development, Scheduling, Creative Direction, Development, Stage, Concerts, Ride Integration,