Michael O'Gara

Event Coordinator at Drexel's Theme Park Engineering and Design Group
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, US

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Experience

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Event Coordinator
      • Jun 2023 - Present

    • President
      • Jun 2022 - Jun 2023

      • Lead an organization of 10 student officers and one faculty advisor in planning and overseeing quarterly operations, budgets, and initiatives for 200+ members and alumni • Coordinated in-person and remote events to promote ties between Drexel students and industry professionals, promoting Drexel's reputation as a pipeline for careers within the themed entertainment industry• Organized hands-on projects for students to learn and develop skills to use within the themed entertainment industry Show less

    • Vice President
      • Sep 2021 - Jun 2022

      • Managed club finances with the club Treasurer• Communicated and maintained connection with club alumni through opportunities such as guest speaking, networking, and mentorships• Organize projects and events with other officers for members to build skills and learn about the industry• Assisted President in conducting weekly meetings and events

    • Project Chair
      • Mar 2021 - Sep 2021

      • Drove and oversaw the conception and implementation of Drexel TPED’s first multidisciplinary community design competition• Collaborated with club members and officer-board to prepare engaging and educational projects• Led all discussions relating to design and research efforts as project manager through mechanical design competitions• Represented Drexel TPED in College of Engineering Dean’s Student Leadership Council to collaborate with College of Engineering Dean and Director of Student Services• Communicated with and involve alumni in club projects and activities Show less

    • Undergraduate Ambassador
      • Apr 2020 - Mar 2021

      • Shadowed the current officer board to prepare for permanent future roles within the organization• Researched relevant themed entertainment trends and news to present at general body meetings

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Project Management Intern
      • May 2023 - Jun 2023

      • Assist the company with project deliverables and communication for our theme park projects involving Show Activated Equipment and Guest Activated Equipment • Review technical design packages and mechanical documentation • Assist with Quality Assurance Program • Assist the company with project deliverables and communication for our theme park projects involving Show Activated Equipment and Guest Activated Equipment • Review technical design packages and mechanical documentation • Assist with Quality Assurance Program

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Ride & Show Engineering Intern
      • Jan 2023 - Apr 2023

      • Worked with vendors and Universal Ride & Show Team Members to create immersive attractions and show action equipment • Engaged in design review meetings to discuss potential hazards and mitigations • Oversaw maintenance access plans for attractions and show elements • Tracked installation status and record documentation for attractions • Helped conduct containment testing for new attraction • Worked with vendors and Universal Ride & Show Team Members to create immersive attractions and show action equipment • Engaged in design review meetings to discuss potential hazards and mitigations • Oversaw maintenance access plans for attractions and show elements • Tracked installation status and record documentation for attractions • Helped conduct containment testing for new attraction

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Ride Operator
      • Dec 2021 - Mar 2022

      • Operated various attractions within an area of the park consisting of transport rides, leisure rides, and coasters • Collaborated with a team of ride operators, foremen, and area supervisors to provide guests with consistent and safe operation of attractions • Communicated and enforced park policy with guests in a friendly and professional manner • Maintained expert knowledge of safety and operation of attractions to respond effectively to emergency situations • Learned quickly during Ops. certification training and adapted to the requirements of various rides around the park Show less

    • United States
    • Spectator Sports
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • USA Luge Junior National Athlete & Doubles Specialist
      • May 2017 - Dec 2021

      • Competed internationally in competitions representing the USA • Taught other athletes how to control and maintain doubles sleds • Built and maintained USLA sleds under the guidance of Olympic Coaches and Sled Technicians using skills such as welding and knowledge of aerodynamics and fiberglass materials • Demonstrated time management skills between training activities, academics, and personal time • Competed internationally in competitions representing the USA • Taught other athletes how to control and maintain doubles sleds • Built and maintained USLA sleds under the guidance of Olympic Coaches and Sled Technicians using skills such as welding and knowledge of aerodynamics and fiberglass materials • Demonstrated time management skills between training activities, academics, and personal time

Education

  • Drexel University College of Engineering
    Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering
    2019 - 2025
  • Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School
    High School Diploma, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
    2015 - 2019

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