Ari Novick

203.915.4485 AriBNovick@Gmail.com
EDUCATION Carnegie Mellon University, Entertainment Technology Center, Pittsburgh, PA Masters of Entertainment Technology, Expected December 2014 Binghamton University, State University of New York, Vestal, NY Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, May 2012 Proficient: AutoCAD, CATIA, iMovie, Matlab, Maya, Microsoft Project, SAS, SharePoint, Unity Experienced: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Pro/Engineer, Pro/Mechanica Professional Industrial Engineering Intern, The Walt Disney Company, Orlando, FL Organized technical attraction tour for Disneys Ultimate Engineering Exploration (DUEE) for over 60 students to promote engineering disciplines and opportunities at WDW Resort Analyzed experimental show FASTPASS data for proof of concept by calculating return attendance statistics and determining overall process feasibility Supported Fantasyland attraction reopening by validating ride time components for simulations, recommending operational efficiency changes, and reporting to management Professional Engineering Services Intern, The Walt Disney Company, Magic Kingdom Theme Park, FL Designed and oversaw installation of rigging support system for animated figures in a show scene finale by creating AutoCAD drawings and conceptualizing with senior engineers Improved efficiency of work order reporting by incorporating new scanning technology into an attractions operational procedures and eliminating unnecessary communication Achieved title of Overall Champion of Technical Challenge composed of various engineering questions produced by Disneys Ultimate Engineering Exploration Operations Engineering Intern, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Stratford, CT Assisted operations engineering team with part/drawing discrepancies Documented and analyzed creation process of links via validation procedures Undergraduate Research Assistant, National Institute of Health, Binghamton, NY Designed dual laser structure for mosquito antennae analysis on a rotational stage Incorporated Pro/Engineer and Pro/Mechanica for thorough stress analysis PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE Building Virtual Worlds, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA Co-producer for Indiana Jones Mine Cart Adventure themed simulator experience utilizing pneumatic floor system, digital game interactions, and live performance pieces Producer for first-of-its kind floor projection game entitled Power Pong 360 utilizing Makey Makey technology with physical movement in a fast-paced environment Collaborated with teammates to create a virtual environment for a live actor by synchronizing pneumatic floor, lighting effects, 3d models, and physical installations Senior Design Project, Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY Proposed to faculty and gained approval to build a loose article compartment onboard a high speed roller coaster for a yearlong senior capstone project Led team of three to conceptualize, theorize, budget, design, and build loose article compartment by utilizing Pro/Engineer and creating physical prototypes Validated polyurethane cushioning by means of physical vibration tests and strain calculations ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE Professional Magician, Southern Region, CT | Orlando, FL Perform elegant close up magic by means of technical skills and visual storytelling Entertain at private parties, weddings, and weekly restaurant venues Salesman, Magic Masters, Downtown Disney, Orlando, FL Sold magic by proactively demonstrating tricks and engaging a wide audience Founder and President, Binghamton University Circus Arts Association, Binghamton, NY Advertised, recruited, and organized new members to generate interest and gain a charter Choreographed shows, organized rehearsals, booked practice space and gigs Connecticut Hospice, Volunteer Pianist, Branford, CT Played classical and modern pieces on piano to ease patients, friends, and family Technical Theater Production, Cost Estimating for Engineers, Engineering Economics, Project Management, Probability and Statistics for Engineers, Human Factors Toastmasters International (Public Speaking Organization), Pi Tau Sigma (Mechanical Engineering Honor Society, Recording Secretary), Tau Beta Pi (Engineering Honor Society) 5/12-12/12 8/11-12/11

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