Brandon DeLuna

Experience

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  Disneyland Resort

  Apr 2013 - Jul 2016

  Responsibilities include training new hires and cross trainees how to be skippers. I teach trainees how to operate the attraction safely and efficiently. Also I teach them all the funny jokes (or lack thereof). Potentially my greatest professional achievement. I had the honor of being a Jungle Cruise Skipper, Big Thunder Mountain Miner, Tiki Room Host, and Indiana Jones Adventure Archaeologist. A dream come true and a part of my life I will always remember fondly.

  • Jungle Cruise/Enchanted Tiki Room On-The-Job Trainer

    Dec 2014 - Jul 2016

  • Ride Operator

    Apr 2013 - Jul 2016
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  NBCUniversal Media, LLC

  Sept 2019 - Dec 2019

  Broadcast Engineering Intern

  Responsibilities include designing and building equipment boxes which help evaluate the decibel loss of fiber lines by providing a redundant patch system of all commonly used fiber connection combinations, creating an AutoCAD block library of frequently used equipment blocks, updating AutoCAD equipment rack elevations, updating SOP documents to reflect current drawing and engineering standards, creating Excel design package cover sheets, evaluating AutoCAD drawing data management software, and performing ad-hoc tasks to be of additional assistance to engineers who need extra help. Show less

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  Universal Studios Hollywood

  Jan 2020 - May 2020

  Mechanical Engineering Intern

  Assisting with an obsolescence assessment of the Earthquake attraction at Universal Studios Hollywood. This includes identifying where machine guarding is required and designing, 3D modeling, developing fabrication drawings, and presenting said designs to stakeholders. Responsibilities also include developing documentation for show and control elements within Earthquake to assist with potential ride and show control updates.

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  IA-ROBOTICS

  Feb 2021 - Jun 2021

  Mechanical Drafter

  Responsibilities include: drafting, laying out, and specifying technical parts and equipment by providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, and/or specifications to show how they are to be fabricated. Additional responsibilities include interfacing with outside vendors for component selection, manufacturing, and assembly, creating Bill of Materials using Excel, assembling wire controls and peripheral equipment, and assisting with the installation of robotic systems.

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  Moldex-Metric, Inc.

  Jul 2021 - Dec 2021

  Associate Mechanical Engineer, Research & Development

  Responsibilities include developing and designing innovative and meaningful new products to bring to the respiratory and hearing protection market through the use of rapid prototyping, testing and experimentation, and research of new technologies. Create 3D models and drawings compliant with the ASME Y14.5M standards using Solidworks. Develop and maintain Drawings and Documentation for old and new designs.

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  Universal Creative

  Dec 2021 - Feb 2023

  Associate Ride & Show Engineer - Super Nintendo World

  Technical Management of Super Nintendo World show set/scenic installation and fabrication of new theme park land including:Ensures show elements are being fabricated according to approved Creative design and abiding by Universal General Performance Specifications.Works with vendors and third-party auditors to clear open audit comments and observations.Oversees shipment receipt and transmittal of scenic elements.Maintains an on-site presence to help provide solutions to site issues that arise.Works with park partners to ensure functionality and maintainability of scenic elements Show less

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  Universal Studios Hollywood

  Jan 2023 - May 2024

  Assistant Technical Manager, Entertainment Production

  Provides technical management for some of Universal Studios Hollywood's world class entertainment offerings including: Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle, Summer Death Eaters Hogsmeade activation, Death Eaters Holloween Horror Nights, Super Nintendo World Grand Opening Ceremony, Grinchmas, 4th of July Celebration, eVe, Studio Tour 60th Anniversary, and Grad Bash. These tasks include:Collaborate and strategize with all project design disciplines including scenic, show equipment/systems, architectural/construction, and various technologies in order to ensure seamless and successful implementation of projects.Schedule and manage appropriate resources including personnel, equipment, and space for all site activity to ensure all activities are meeting artistic, production, safety, and compliance requirements.Collect design and as-built documentation including: providing and managing distribution of all technical documentation and drawings for technical design, permitting, installation, facility impact, operational handoff, preventative maintenance, strike efforts, and archival submittal. Show less

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  Universal Creative

  May 2024 - now

  Manager, Ride & Show Engineering

  As a Manager of Ride and Show Engineering at Universal Studios Hollywood, I specialize in overseeing the design, development, and installation of show sets and props for new attractions, ensuring they meet internal and external technical standards while maintaining the creative intent. My key responsibilities include:Leading scope development, bid & award processes, and monitoring the progress of design, fabrication, and installation for show sets and props.Providing field coordination and direction for the installation of show systems, including Show Set, Props, and other custom structures.Managing budgets and schedules, identifying risks and opportunities, and ensuring timely project completion.Coordinating vendor activities and ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards.Overseeing mock-ups, prototypes, installations, testing, and adjustments of show sets and props.Ensuring the proper integration of show set integration with the facility. Show less