Matt Gilbert

Matt Gilbert

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

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Show Coordinator of Props - Universal Creative

  • Education

    • Massachusetts College of Art and Design

      2005 - 2009
      BFA Fine Arts 3D: Sculpture

      Exhibitions:2016 Nude Night, Artegon Marketplace, Orlando, FL2011 The Puppet Showplace Slam, Puppet Showplace Theatre, Brookline, MA 2010 Puppets Take Prudential, Prudential Center, Boston, MA2010 "Flim" Fest, Plimoth Cinema, Plymouth, MA2010 & 2004 Festival of the Arts, East Bridgewater Arts Council, East Bridgewater, MA2009 MIT Scenic Design Exhibition, MIT, Cambridge, MA2009 Graduating Senior Show, MassArt, Boston, MA2009 Crosbie… Show more Exhibitions:2016 Nude Night, Artegon Marketplace, Orlando, FL2011 The Puppet Showplace Slam, Puppet Showplace Theatre, Brookline, MA 2010 Puppets Take Prudential, Prudential Center, Boston, MA2010 "Flim" Fest, Plimoth Cinema, Plymouth, MA2010 & 2004 Festival of the Arts, East Bridgewater Arts Council, East Bridgewater, MA2009 MIT Scenic Design Exhibition, MIT, Cambridge, MA2009 Graduating Senior Show, MassArt, Boston, MA2009 Crosbie Sculpture Award Exhibition, MassArt, Boston, MA2009 The All American Sculpo Trade, MassArt, Boston, MA2005 SIM Big Show, MassArt, Boston, MA2005 & 2004 Country Arts, Marshfield Fair, Marshfield, MA2004 RiverArt: Plein Air Art, Forbes House Museum, Milton, MA2004 Arts Festival, South Shore Art Center, Cohasset, MA Show less

    • Massachusetts Institute of Technology

      2009 - 2009
      Set Design/Prop Fabrication
  • Experience

    • 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

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • OSHA 10 Construction

      International Association for Continuing Education & Training (IACET)
      Feb 2016