Paul Vroom

Experience

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  Entertainment Industry

  Jan 1990 - now

  Actor/Host/Presenter

  • Act professionally in film, TV, theater, theme park events, and tradeshows as SAG/AFTRA actor, spokesperson and voiceover artistHONOR: Awarded Best Actor for 168-Hour Film Festival (2007)

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  Universal Studios

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

  Show Manager, Performance Coach, Director

  • Recruited to coach stage actors, lead statewide auditions, and direct award-winning showcases at Universal Studios Florida• Cast and directed over 250 performers including Wayne Brady, Joey Fatone, and Cheryl Hines• Directed special effects and collaborated with writers to develop new, innovative entertainment elements for Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure showcase, resulting in record rise in gate sales and earning “Best Show” by guests for two consecutive years • Designed and developed actor performance review methods and practices, empowering actors to deliver convincing performances• Oversaw operations and budget, saving up to $200K in expenses due to restructuring vendor agreements Show less

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  Landmark Entertainment Group

  Jan 1996 - Jan 2000

  Attractions Manager, Performance Coach, Director

  ATTRACTIONS MANAGER, PERFORMANCE COACH, DIRECTOR, LAS VEGAS, NV• Recruited to coach talent, manage attractions, and direct theatrical performances for two award-winning Landmark Entertainment properties, M&M’s World and Caesars PalaceM&M’S WORLD • Led operations, talent, and creative director for fan-favorite showcases at M&M’s World • Cultivated environment of collaboration and humor to motivate 12 actors to deliver quality performances and sustain momentum throughout multiple shows per day• Managed $500K budget and implemented new systems, policies and procedures enabling department to reduce labor costs without damaging integrity of shows• Served as primary liaison between actors, management, and parent company to seamlessly balance diverse needs across all levels of leadership• Improved actors’ ability to interact with large audiences, instrumental in attracting guests CAESARS PALACE • Co-directed $60M immersive magic-themed dinner attraction at Caesars Palace • Leveraged creativity and leadership to overcome major obstacles in pre-production, allowing show to launch on time and on budget• Mentored and managed 40 performers and 40 personnel, training each to fulfill show’s goals while ensuring 100% guest satisfaction, paving the way for show’s successful seven-year run Show less

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  Actions Speak

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2023

  Communications + Performance Coach

  • Coach executives and individuals in producing compelling content, speeches, and presentations, advancing company’s mission of delivering positive results through transformative communications• Develop speech content and presentations for clients’ corporate events and fundraisers, helping leaders deliver engaging, entertaining, and charismatic speeches to reach business goals KEY CLIENTS: Anomali, Intel, Siemens Medical, ArcSight, IBM, NEC, Braille Institute of America, Atticus Productions, Mannington Flooring, Cisco Systems, Gap, Inc., EMC, ZD Net, and Universal Studios Show less

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  Pygmalion, Inc.

  Oct 2007 - Jan 2021

  Executive Speaker + Coach

  • Facilitate and lead 12 workshops per year, collaborating closely with global Fortune 500 business leaders and staff to produce engaging speeches and presentations across industries including Finance, Non-Profit, Architecture, Real Estate, IT, Medical, and more • Define mutually agreed upon goals with clients to achieve personal and professional milestones such as creating strong persuasive content, vocal quality, stage presence, and communication skills • Consistently foster growth through high-impact mentorship, helping clients improve their closing ratios from 20% to 40% and increasing their employer’s bottom line by millions of dollars • Utilize creative improvisational techniques and humor to uncover each client’s unique personalities and passion, fueling their ability to connect with audiences and deliver powerful, genuine speeches • Identify clients’ fears to public speaking through proven counseling techniques instrumental in building confidence and overcoming subconscious blocks • Expanded company’s outreach by securing first clients in IT and medical fields, championing a high volume of new revenue through repeat business and referrals • Receive impeccable scoring and positive feedback from all clients for extensive knowledge of material, care for participants, and leadership KEY CLIENTS: Citibank, Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL), Deloitte, Westwood Centex, City National Bank, HMC Architects, Cushman and Wakefield Show less

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  PV Photography LLC

  Nov 2022 - now

  Business Owner

  Photography is a creative process that connects us to ourselves, the world around us, and others. It is in the space of shared connections where we can present our visions, collaborate, then tell our stories visually. Creativity has always been a part of my life. I used to draw as a child and teenager and would get lost in the medium. Drawing also consisted of capturing other renderings or works of art which taught me to focus on details. When I became an actor (25 years), which still remains a passion, I learned so much more: I learned how to creatively problem solve and to get the job done right. It taught me about motivation and commitment . Acting taught me to be flexible, adaptable, to work in an ensemble and to work independently. The theater taught me - to accept criticism, listen actively, to speak my mind when the time is right, work within a deadline, stay focused, be goal-oriented, and to have fun in whatever job I do. I owe so much to the training I received and all that training has translated into work as a photographer. I love how the medium of photography can bring us together to create. And it doesn't matter in what form it takes, whether it be portraiture, headshots, landscape, real estate, weddings...whatever.So, why hire me?My mission - commitment to always deliver the best imagery possible and in the agreed time frame. I bring a strong work ethic, my Nikons and gear, a lifetime's creativity as well as my 30 years as an entertainment industry professional . Headshots, family/couple/individual portraits, business/commercial photography, pet imagery, real estate, or fine art visuals. “The most important things in life are the connections you make with others.” ~ Tom Ford Show less