James Tarrant

Experience

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  Walt Disney World

  May 2014 - Jan 2015

  Attractions Cast Member

  ● Greeted guests at the front of the ride and checked the height of children to ensure their safety on the ride.● Assisted with wheelchair parties to enjoy the ride, and ensure their wheelchair was ready and waiting forthem when they finish their experience.● Watched the ride in motion in a safety tower; ensured everyone stay in their vehicle and that there were no leaks or fires. Ensure the ride is functioned properly, and that guest safety is paramount.● Made magical moments and cultivated a wonderful experience for guests young in age or in heart. Show less

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  Actors' Equity Association

  Mar 2015 - now

  Actor
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  Disney Store

  Aug 2015 - May 2017

  Cast Member

  ● Part of the “Entertainment Team” - Performed scripted and non-scripted events for Guests. Opened the store with Key Opening Ceremony. Managed the Store “Three O’Clock Parade”.● Supported Disney Store Mission, “Creating Magical Moments for Guests of all Ages”.● Demonstrated success working as a member of a team. Ability to receive feedback and take action when appropriate.● Worked in a high energy, fast paced environment, while still entertaining and providing excellent and fun experiences. Show less

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  Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company

  Mar 2016 - now

  Private Tutor

  ● Tutor online and in person in multiple school districts.● Develop and implement creative and interactive learning mediums to enhance understanding of course material.● Provide students and/or parents with additional material to ensure success beyond tutoring hours. Formulated test/homework prep to continue learning outside sessions.● Online or In-Person Private Tutor, with proficiencies in:ACT Math/EnglishAP PsychologyAmerican LiteratureAudition PrepClassicsCollege Application EssaysCollege EnglishCollege EssaysCollege PsychologyComparative LiteratureCreative WritingGMAT Analytical Writing AssesmentGMAT VerbalGRE Subject Test in Literature in EnglishGRE PrepHigh School (9th-12th) English/Reading/MathHomework SupportIB TheatreMusic TheoryPSAT Critical Reading / Writing / MathSAT Reading / Verbal / Writing / MathSingingStudy SkillsTACHSVocal Training Show less

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  Escape the Room

  Jun 2017 - Mar 2020

  ● Input financial, and logistical data for weekly performance reports. Answer all customer inquiries, complaints and appraisals via in-person, phone call or email.● Conduct interviews and process on-boarding with new employees. Assist with employee development by providing performance advice, training, and boosting team morale. Administer staff scheduling, and delegate staff to appointed tasks.● Human Resources training – inter-personnel relationships, creative problem solving, and conflict resolution.● Trained on running and fixing eight individual escape rooms with varying degrees of technical elements; more technical games run on Teamviewer or Heep. Greet guests, introduce them to what an escape room is, and deliver scripted instructions and backstories for rooms. Show less

  • Assistant Manager

    Mar 2019 - Mar 2020

  • Clue Master

    Jun 2017 - Mar 2019
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  WeWork

  Jul 2019 - Jan 2020

  Guest Experience Associate

  ● Represented the culture of the company as the first point of contact between guests, vendors, and upper management.● Welcomed, checked in, and checked out clients and guests. Monitored visitor access and safety of space. Worked closely with on-site hospitality team.● Managed daily operations of one single space. Included managing inventory, ensuring cleanliness, and equipping clients and guests with tools to be productive in workspace.● Worked at eight of ten Spacious locations; Trained other Experience Associates at all eight locations. Show less

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  Love From Companies

  Nov 2020 - Jan 2022

  Store Manager
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  Walt Disney World

  Jun 2021 - now

  • Guest Experience Manager

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Attractions Coordinator

    Jun 2021 - Jan 2023