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Landon Abernathy

Summary

Insightful film industry professional with extensive experience in production support and client services, adept at fostering collaboration among creative teams to meet project objectives. A proven track record with leading entertainment businesses like the Walt Disney Company and LEGOLAND showcases a unique blend of creativity, technical acumen, and outstanding customer service. Committed to delivering high-quality results that exceed expectations and drive project success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Ride Operator & Resort Sweep Lead

LEGOLAND California Resort
02.2025 - Current
  • Operate Cargo Ace, Hideaways, LEGO City: Deep Sea Adventure, and The Royal Joust attraction and ride machinery systems.
  • Lead a small group to check the entire resort for lost and found items and to guarantee all guests have left the park, utilizing radio communication with multiple departments.
  • Display excellent customer service by greeting and interacting with guests, helping them off ride vehicles, and offering suggestions on how to make the most imaginative and entertaining day possible.
  • Group guests by party size, checking height and age for safety.
  • Ensure safety of guests with restraints in the ride vehicles and guest placement outside and around the attractions.

Client Services Coordinator

Simple DCP (Digital Cinema Package)
03.2022 - 12.2024
  • Managed high-profile client relationships with award-winning filmmakers and major film festivals, ensuring top-tier service in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Acted as primary point of contact for filmmakers, studios, and festival directors, promising seamless DCP creation and delivery.
  • Oversaw order management, invoicing, and technical issue resolution, proactively coordinating with internal departments and external partners.
  • Orchestrated theater QC screenings, providing technical and creative alignment with industry presentation standards.
  • Coordinated content distribution to prestigious organizations and festivals including the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, American Film Institute (AFI), Cannes, South by Southwest (SXSW), Sundance, and Tribeca.

Inventory Specialist

Disneyland Resort
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Supervised inventory and quality control for high-value Disney character costumes, ensuring compliance with brand standards.
  • Compiled detailed reports on inventory, repairs, and operational efficiency for leadership review.
  • Coordinated vendor relationships, overseeing dry cleaning services and costume deliveries.
  • Adapted to high-pressure scenarios like assisting performers in last-minute costume changes for character meet-and-greets, parades, shows, and exclusive special events.
  • Assembled and pre-set costume pieces/accessories for optimal performance.

Video Production Assistant

Disneyland Resort
06.2017 - 07.2021
  • Directed training and concept videos for internal costuming use, collaborating with departments like I.D. and Name Tag Center, Locker Issue, and Entertainment.
  • Spearheaded film shoots, meetings, and resort-wide travel for special video projects like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge costume fittings and cast member music videos for annual Holidays at the Disneyland Resort and Festival of Holidays celebrations.
  • Performed post-production voiceover and editing services for live-action and animation; assisted in set-up and breakdown of equipment and props.
  • Provided logistical, administrative, and special project support; helped plan and execute morale-boosting department events.
  • Entrusted with confidential information about prospective special projects for divisions such as Lucasfilm's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and Marvel's Avengers Campus.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic Arts

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA

Skills

  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Project Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Final Draft
  • Google Suite
  • Mac/PC
  • Microsoft Office
  • QuickBooks
  • ShipStation

Accomplishments

  • Produced and directed an informational uniform fittings and guidelines Star Wars-themed film, designed for internal costuming use. This engaging video was exhibited to all resort employees, serving as a crucial resource prior to the highly anticipated opening of Lucasfilm's Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, CA.
  • Edited the computer-animated earthquake preparedness and aircraft safety simulation video for the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority's Tabletop Emergency Response.
  • Composed and published 150 news articles and opinion pieces on the PopWrapped Entertainment Group website.

Timeline

Ride Operator & Resort Sweep Lead

LEGOLAND California Resort
02.2025 - Current

Client Services Coordinator

Simple DCP (Digital Cinema Package)
03.2022 - 12.2024

Inventory Specialist

Disneyland Resort
07.2021 - 03.2022

Video Production Assistant

Disneyland Resort
06.2017 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic Arts

Azusa Pacific University

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