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Aidan Hughes

Hilliard,OH

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at the Columbus Blue Jackets, excelling in fan engagement and collaboration. Skilled in complaint resolution and safety protocols, I fostered teamwork and enhanced guest experiences. My adaptability and creativity drive successful outcomes, ensuring memorable events and operational excellence in high-pressure environments.


Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Fan Zone Specalist

Columbus Blue Jackets
Columbus, Ohio
09.2025 - Current
  • Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand the Fan Zones' performance.
  • Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
  • Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.

Fan Engagement Team Member

Columbus Blue Jackets
11.2022 - 09.2025
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Worked at different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Developed strong, cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Ensuring fans have the best experience during game days and educating guests about what hockey is.
  • Collected user data through fan engagement to increase marketing efforts around the state of Ohio.

Rides and Attractions Team Lead

Columbus Zoo And Aquarium & Zoombezi Bay Waterpark
07.2021 - Current
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Making sure the best safety for guests for when operators are operating rides.

Director of Broadcasting Operations

HILLIARD DAVIDSON STIXX CLUB
03.2021 - 05.2025
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • filming games and broadcasting on HUDL to give players feedback and highlights for their reels to give colleges.
  • Supported project management team for optimal performance.

Jungle Cruise Skipper

Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Interacted with team members, encouraging each to be outgoing and offer excellent service to customers.
  • Identified patterns and trends that resulted in undesirable outcomes or compromised program compliance and developed corrective action plans.
  • Met with event director to discuss event details, timelines and specific equipment that would be required.
  • Kept guest areas clean, removing trash.
  • Safety critical role while giving the guests the best experience while on a 10 minute show.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

The Ohio State University
05-2027

Associate of Arts - Communications

Columbus State Community College
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Hilliard Davidson High School
05-2022

Timeline

Fan Zone Specalist

Columbus Blue Jackets
09.2025 - Current

Jungle Cruise Skipper

Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
09.2024 - 01.2025

Fan Engagement Team Member

Columbus Blue Jackets
11.2022 - 09.2025

Rides and Attractions Team Lead

Columbus Zoo And Aquarium & Zoombezi Bay Waterpark
07.2021 - Current

Director of Broadcasting Operations

HILLIARD DAVIDSON STIXX CLUB
03.2021 - 05.2025

Associate of Arts - Communications

Columbus State Community College

High School Diploma -

Hilliard Davidson High School

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

The Ohio State University

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