Matt Gilbert

Experience

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  Boy Scouts of America

  Jun 2004 - Aug 2010

  C.O.P.E. & Climbing Director & Regional Course Inspector

  Camp Squanto, Plymouth, MA(BSA National Camping School certified)Selected to contribute to a camp-wide program while specifically maintaining a C.O.P.E. (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) and Climbing course.• Educate boy scouts ages 11-17 (50 scouts/week for 7 weeks) of the principles of trust, teamwork, leadership, and communication among groups.• Describe the techniques of a successful wall climb or high ropes ascent and advise of the dangers.• Uphold the values of the Boy Scouts of America while preserving a safe and clean environment. Show less

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  Tandem Otter Productions/Basil Twist

  Sept 2010 - Oct 2010

  Production Intern & Puppet Fabricator

  Chosen to work on creative and technical aspects of Petrushka and The Pee-wee Herman Show Broadway theatrical productions.• Assist artistic director, technical director, and puppeteers while adhering to production schedule.• Help to organize, refurbish, and fabricate puppets, scenic elements, and technical components. • Uphold safe work space with assemblage of truss system, fly system, stage, and proscenium.

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  DCL (Design Communications Ltd.)

  Nov 2010 - Jun 2012

  Sign Fabricator & Graphic Production Artist

  Hired to to fabricate, assemble, and install custom signage, light fixtures, and scenic elements. • Support lead fabricator while following a strict production schedule.• Partner with welders, painters, graphic artists, and designers to ensure consistency in product. • Uphold safe work space with understanding of hazardous materials, OSHA training, and proper PPE.

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  New England Aquarium

  Feb 2013 - Aug 2013

  Exhibit Fabricator

  Chosen to build, sculpt, carve, coat, and finish-paint artificial coral reef habitat for the aquarium’s Giant Ocean Tank. • Fabricate and assist in installation of naturalistic aquarium exhibits.• Work in a variety of 3-D mediums including foam, epoxy, wood, plastic, fiberglass, concrete, and masonry materials.• Perform related exhibit tasks as required by the Exhibit Production Manager.

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  Plimoth Patuxet Museums

  May 2014 - Apr 2015

  Historic Trades Artisan & Art Director

  Chosen to build houses and other scenic elements for re-created 17th-century English Village. • Use period-appropriate tools, materials, and techniques to ensure consistency in themed environments. • Research various crafts, trades, and architecture to support and refine historic context and interpretation. • Provide effective leadership and professional expertise to maintain the integrity and productivity of each exhibit.

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  Walt Disney World

  Mar 2016 - Jun 2022

  Figure Finisher & Scenic Artist

  Hired as a scenic painter, animatronic figure finisher, and prop fabricator.• Assist artistic directors, Imagineers, and fellow artists while adhering to production schedule.• Work in a variety of 3-D mediums including foam, epoxy, silicone, wood, plastic, and fiberglass.• Uphold safe work space with understanding of hazardous materials, OSHA training, and proper PPE.

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  Universal Orlando Resort

  Jul 2022 - Apr 2024

  Sign Technician

  Hired to to fabricate, assemble, and install custom signage and scenic elements. • Help to both refurbish and build new signage in Universal attractions, restaurants, and resorts.• Partner with welders, painters, graphic artists, and designers to ensure consistency in product. • Maintain safe workspace with fabrication, use of power tools, chemicals, and hazardous materials.

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  Universal Creative

  Apr 2024 - now

  Show Coordinator of Props

  Sourcing, fabricating, installing, and providing art direction for props at the upcoming Epic Universe theme park.