Matthew Miller

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Matthew started his career in the theme park industry in 2010, and over the past decade…

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Volunteer Experience

  • The Leadership Crucible Foundation Graphic

    Advisory Council Member

    The Leadership Crucible Foundation

    - Present 1 year 3 months

    Education

  • Odyssey of the Mind Graphic

    Board Member

    Odyssey of the Mind

    - 5 years

    Education

    The Florida Alumni Trustee on the Florida Odyssey State Board.

  • Mentor

    FIRST Robotics

    - 4 years

    Science and Technology

  • Buddy for VIP Kids

    Nathaniel's Hope

    - 5 years

    Children

    Serving VIP Kids of Central Florida through kid-friendly events.

    http://www.nathanielshope.org/

Publications

Projects

  • NBCUniversal Hackathons (Internal & External) Leadership

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    I've been lucky enough to be a Universal Parks Leader working closely with NBCUniversal Media Labs to help coordinate Hackathon events and put together internal teams to compete within these events. The Hackathons are sponsored by NBCUniversal Media Labs and take place in several different business units across the organization by either allowing external talent to showcase their work or by allowing internal NBCUniversal teams to have a friendly competition against each other. Hackathons…

    I've been lucky enough to be a Universal Parks Leader working closely with NBCUniversal Media Labs to help coordinate Hackathon events and put together internal teams to compete within these events. The Hackathons are sponsored by NBCUniversal Media Labs and take place in several different business units across the organization by either allowing external talent to showcase their work or by allowing internal NBCUniversal teams to have a friendly competition against each other. Hackathons provide our organization an opportunity to find new talent while also finding new solutions to complex business problems - I've really enjoyed being part of these events!

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  • Bi-Coastal DAS Cellular Program

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    Managed project teams (internal and external) across Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood to build a robust cellular network supporting multiple carriers. This new infrastructure provides a stronger guest experience in-park and a scale-able platform for future cellular initiatives.

  • Universal Parks Guest Wi-Fi: Xfinity Branding and Synergy Programs

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    A multi-year program managing project teams at both Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood to provide free in-park Xfinity Wifi.

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  • The Repository - Interactive VR Haunted House - Halloween Horror Nights 26

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    Assisted in the design, build and operation of this unique interactive haunted house for Halloween Horror Nights 26. The Repository combined VR Headsets, Interactive Theater & Escape Room Elements into a truly unique Halloween experience. Managed the IT Infrastructure needed and partnered with ATI Creative, Entertainment Art & Design, Operations, NBCUniversal Media Labs to bring this concept to life.

    -Reservation System
    -Ticketing System
    -Infrastructure
    -VR…

    Assisted in the design, build and operation of this unique interactive haunted house for Halloween Horror Nights 26. The Repository combined VR Headsets, Interactive Theater & Escape Room Elements into a truly unique Halloween experience. Managed the IT Infrastructure needed and partnered with ATI Creative, Entertainment Art & Design, Operations, NBCUniversal Media Labs to bring this concept to life.

    -Reservation System
    -Ticketing System
    -Infrastructure
    -VR Technology
    -Interactive & Gaming Elements

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  • Coke Icon - Universal Studios Florida

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    Helped lead design, installation, testing & commissioning of the attraction. This concept includes multiple coke machines and large interactive video displays integrated together. One major component of the attraction is a pair of kiosks and software allowing guests to "Name" a digital coke bottle within the coke facility

  • CityWalk Concierge Cart

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    Multi-media concierge cart located within CityWalk at Universal Orlando. The cart uses interactive digital signage to allow guests to browse the offerings of Citywalk and also includes functionality empowering guests with the ability to make dinner reservations via the touch screens.

  • Legendary Truth - The Collective: Special Experience House (Mummy Extended Queue) at Halloween Horror Nights 24

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  • CowFish CityWalk Universal Orlando - Interactive Build-A-Fish Aquarium & Wait List Mobile App

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    See project

  • The Wizzarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley

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    See project

  • Legendary Truth - The Collective: Online and In-Park Interactive RFID Experience for Halloween Horror Nights 23

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  • Horror Unearthed: Online and In-Park RFID Interactive Experience

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  • TRANSFORMERS: The Ride 3D

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  • NBC Studio Tour Experience - Rockefeller Center New York

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  • Halloween Horror Nights 22

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  • Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem

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  • Superstar Character Breakfast

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  • SpongeBob StorePants

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  • Quick-Release Platforms - Disney Dream Cruise Ship Christening Celebration Stage

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    These platforms were used to help Disney characters "disappear" and "re-appear" at different locations across the stage during the christening celebration.

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  • CRUSH: Atlantis Teen Night Club - Gaming Tree

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    Light-Up Gaming Tree located in the heart of CRUSH -Teen Night Club within Atlantis Bahamas.

    See project

Honors & Awards

  • Marquis Who's Who in America

    Marquis Who's Who

    Marquis Who's Who in America endeavors to profile the leaders of American society; those men and women who are influencing their nation's development.

  • Patent: Interactive Token System

    The United States Patent and Trademark Office

    Patent awarded based on research and development for theme park interactive wearables.

  • 2018 Parks Technology Summit Award

    CIO - Universal Parks & Resorts

    Awarded yearly to the top [5] performers within the Parks Technology division, which the CIO of Universal Parks & Resorts presents. This prestigious award is granted from a pool of several hundred qualified team members.

    I received this award for my portfolio of work in 2018:

    - Super Nintendo World (Interactive Land Elements, Mario Kart & Yoshi's Adventure)
    - Minion Park: Freeze Ray Sliders
    - ILLUMINATION Presents: SING on Tour

  • 2014 Parks Technology Summit Award

    CIO - Universal Parks & Resorts

    Awarded yearly to the top [5] performers within the Parks Technology division, which the CIO of Universal Parks & Resorts presents. This prestigious award is granted from a pool of several hundred qualified team members.

    I received this award for my portfolio of work in 2014:

    - The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley
    - Legendary Truth Interactive Experience at Halloween Horror Nights 24
    - Xfinity Guest WiFi: Implementation and Synergy Programs

  • 1st Quarter 2013 - Excellence In Leadership Award

    CIO - Universal Parks & Resorts

    An award given to [1] individual each quarter who shows great leadership within the Parks Technology Division

    I received this award for my work on Universal Orlando's Transformers The Ride - 3D and NBCU Studio Tour at 30Rock.

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Organizations

  • The Leadership Crucible Foundation

    National Advisory Council Member

    - Present

    The Leadership Crucible Foundation was created to concentrate on the development of leaders, focusing on core leadership traits essential to becoming a leader who is making a positive difference in the lives of others.

  • NBCUNIVERSAL - CORE Technology Program

    Technology Advocate

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    Career Opportunities & Rotational Experiences (CORE) Technology Advocates provide mentoring opportunities for highly exceptional recent college graduates focusing in computer science, engineering and digital media. The advocate will work with recent college graduates as they rotate through the program providing guidance and insight into the organization.

  • F.I.R.S.T Robotics

    Mentor Team Leader for Universal Parks

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    Led a team of FIRST Robotics mentors, comprised of project managers and programmers, to work with a local school prepping for the annual robotics competition. Our mentor team assisted with robot design, build and testing while also helping with event planning, project management and discussions focusing on our careers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1QyM9WTF18

  • Odyssey Of The Mind

    Florida State Board: Alumni Trustee

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    The Florida Alumni Trustee is a seat within the Florida Odyssey State Board. This member coordinates the efforts of Florida Odyssey Alumni for the state of Florida while working to increase overall program memberships. The alumni trustee coordinates alumni student representation from [10] regions across the state of Florida. The Florida State Board manages the Odyssey program for regional and state tournaments while also providing support for the annual international odyssey tournament.

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